Into the Great Wide Open

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, “Breakdown” (1976): Into the Great Wide Open

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, “Breakdown” (1976): Into the Great Wide Open

“Breakdown” is both Tom Petty’s first exceptional lyrical effort, and also his first really strong vocal performance.

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, “Rockin’ Around [With You]” (1976): Into the Great Wide Open

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, “Rockin’ Around [With You]” (1976): Into the Great Wide Open

Tom Petty kicked off things with a song that was harmony driven, uncomplicated – and unlike any other the Heartbreakers would ever create.