Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, George Strait on Tom Petty Tribute
tribute album, his first thought was “that’s a dangerous mission,” he recalls with a laugh. “Those songs were done right the first time.”
Having the seal of approval of those close to Petty was “incredibly important,” Borchetta says, and helped lift the quality of the tribute. “That’s where Adria was critical. She’s a great protector of her father’s work, and having the Heartbreakers as part of the record is the icing on the cake. For Tom Petty fans, it’s going to feel like, ‘These guys signed off,’ and you can’t get a bigger endorsement than that.
That freedom led to artists putting their own spin on the songs, some of which wowed Drakoulias. “Tom’s vocal is great on ‘I Should Have Known It,’ but Stapleton’s version is so loud and crazy. I mean, it’s like this giant engine gets turned on. Everyone putting their fiddles and banjos on , it was really endearing. I think everything feels really honest on the record.”’s Country Airplay chart dated June 22.
“He’s like Hank Williams,” Stuart says of Petty’s songwriting ability. “He could get you in four lines. You never know it when he gets your heart. I love his lyrics. After he passed away, I saw that whole stadium down in Gainesville singing ‘I Won’t Back Down,’ and I thought, that’s the stepping-off place to his legacy. People are going to keep singing his songs. And this record is just further proof of that.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Hotel California (Eagles Tribute) with Special Guest FM Project Steely Dan TributeHOTEL CALIFORNIA have been recreating the legendary sound of THE EAGLES, and thrilling audiences all over the world.
Read more »
Tom Brady tribute includes shoutout for Dont’a HightowerBill Belichick gives credit to former Alabama linebacker during the quarterback’s Patriots Hall of Fame induction.
Read more »
Explore the California spot serving up weed country fun the wine country wayFrom driving tours to weed-friendly wedding venues, Mendocino County is perfectly positioned to attract the canna-curious crowd taking a page from the wine country playbook.
Read more »
Johnny Depp beat Tom Cruise, Tom Hanks for 'beautiful' role in 'Edward Scissorhands'Johnny Depp and director Tim Burton open up about what led to the A-list actor landing the role of Edward Scissorhands in the 1990 film.
Read more »
Fire Country's Spinoff Sheriff Country: What to Know About the CBS ShowCBS is expanding the 'Fire Country' universe with 'Sheriff Country,' which centers around Sharon's (Diane Farr) sister Mickey (Morena Baccarin)
Read more »
Now ‘The Rings Of Power’ Can Corrupt Even Jolly Tom Bombadil, Tom Bombadillo!I write about TV shows like House Of The Dragon, The Witcher, The Rings Of Power, Stranger Things, Yellowjackets, Severance and many others. I also cover movies, video games, comic books and novels, largely in the fantasy, science-fiction, horror and superhero genres.
Read more »