Tom Petty‘s 1965 Gibson SG guitar is headed to auction alongside other items that belonged to the rocker, including one of his signature top hats. Rare guitar collector Norm Harris is providing the lots, which will be sold via Heritage Auctions July 21st in Dallas, Texas. The 1965 SG boasts …
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After months of speculation, a medical examiner has ruled that Tom Petty died of an accidental overdose, according to a statement from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. The Hall of Fame musician had taken several pain medications, including Fentanyl, oxycodone and generic Xanax. Other medications included generic Restoril (a …
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The latest episode of our Rolling Stone Music Now podcast pays tribute to the life and music of Tom Petty, who died October 2nd. It features unheard interview audio with the artist himself, plus a clip of Heartbreakers guitarist Mike Campbell and a live interview with Petty biographer Warren Zanes. …
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When Tom Petty died on Monday at age 66, the leader of the Heartbreakers left behind a catalog of songs essential to classic rock. But whether he intended it or not, he also had an enormous impact on today’s country music. His jangly guitar sound and classic song structure is …
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