L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — This is not the Tom Petty story that I intended to write. Though I was more than thrilled to catch up with Petty, whom I had interviewed before, I had no clue that this would turn out to be the last, for me and for him — that he would die just... more info

L.A. Times - Entertainment — This is not the Tom Petty story that I intended to write. Though I was more than thrilled to catch up with Petty, whom I had interviewed before, I had no clue that this would turn out to be the last, for me and for him — that he would die just... more info

PopSugar UK — Tom Petty passed away at the age of 66 after suffering a cardiac arrest at his LA home this week. Along with an extensive collection of hit songs dating back to the 1970s, the music legend also left behind a family; Tom is survived by his wife, Dana ... more info

Uncut — His tribute follows similar accolades from Bob Dylan, Paul McCartney and more Tom Petty His tribute follows similar accolades from Bob Dylan, Paul McCartney and more The post Bruce Springsteen “heartbroken” over death of Tom Petty appeared f... more info

The Good, The Bad and The Unknown — (* This is a slightly altered post from a few years ago.  The sentiment remains the same) An American icon cannot be narrowed down to eleven songs. Petty belongs with the greats. Time and time again he has stood up to the record companies and won... more info

Aquarium Drunkard — Putting on a Tom Petty record at wall shaking volume is one of life’s finest, simple pleasures. Tom Petty’s entire career is a wax wonder, and one thing that has been evident since his incredibly sad passing is that he was also a great ... more info

E! Online — AnnaKim Violette is sharing personal photos of her late dad Tom Petty on Instagram. The music legend passed away on Monday evening, Petty's manager confirmed to E!... more info

New York Times — His songs were modest, but could deliver a gut punch. He became a star in the 1970s, but adapted to the emergence of MTV. more info

Chorus.fm — Craig Manning recalls the greatness, influence, and ubiquity of the late, legendary Tom Petty. more info

Stereogum — It's the songs. People who love music love Tom Petty, and the songs are why. It's not because he was a dominant personality, a stylistic innovator, or a monster performer. He didn't necessarily turn every head when he walked into the room. He didn't ... more info