Mike Campbell of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Summary
Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview Mike Campbell about his autobiography, delving into his early influences, the formation of Mudcrutch and the Heartbreakers, and the struggles and triumphs of recording iconic albums. Campbell shares insights into his songwriting partnership with Tom Petty, his experiences with Bob Dylan and George Harrison, and the challenges of navigating band dynamics and personal health amidst rock and roll's excesses. He reflects on Petty's leadership and the lasting impact of 'American Girl'.Episode description
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview guitarist and songwriter Mike Campbell of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. They talk about his new autobiography, working with Bob Dylan and his continued love for music.
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Featured Songs:
Tom Petty, "Runnin' Down a Dream," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Breakdown," Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Shelter, 1976
Johnny Cash, "Folsom Prison Blues," Johnny Cash with His Hot and Blue Guitar!, Sun, 1957
The Paul Butterfield Blues Band, "Born In Chicago," The Paul Butterfield Blues Band, Elektra, 1965
Mudcrutch, "Scare Easy," Mudcrutch, Reprise, 2008
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Refugee," Damn the Torpedoes, Backstreet, 1979
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Here Comes My Girl," Damn the Torpedoes, Backstreet, 1979
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Don't Do Me Like That," Damn the Torpedoes, Backstreet, 1979
Tom Petty, "Free Fallin'," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Even the Losers," Damn the Torpedoes, Backstreet, 1979
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "A Woman In Love (It's Not Me)," Hard Promises, Backstreet, 1981
The Beatles, "Taxman," Revolver, Parlophone, 1966
Tom Petty, "I Won't Back Down," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "American Girl," Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Shelter, 1976
Common, "The Light," Like Water for Chocolate, MCA, 2000
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