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An American Treasure

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers · 2018

110 min · 26 tracks · rock music

A sprawling collection of previously unreleased gems and live performances that captures the essence of Tom Petty’s enduring legacy.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    I Won’t Back Down — This live version captures the raw energy of Petty’s performance while emphasizing the anthem's resilient spirit, showcasing his ability to connect with audiences.
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    Listen to Her Heart — The live recording highlights Petty’s storytelling prowess, blending heartfelt lyrics with captivating melodies that resonate deeply with listeners.
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    Louisiana Rain — This alternate version presents a fresh take on a classic track, revealing hidden nuances in both the songwriting and instrumentation that enrich its emotional depth.
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    Crawling Back to You — With its reflective lyrics and haunting melody, this track exemplifies Petty’s skill in crafting relatable narratives that capture complex emotions.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic reflections on past
  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • live performances capturing energy
  • for road trip vibes
  • moments of heartfelt storytelling

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek consistent pacing throughout

Where this album fits

Career context
Released posthumously in 2018, 'An American Treasure' arrives shortly after Tom Petty's passing in October 2017. This album compiles a treasure trove of outtakes, live recordings, and alternate versions, illustrating the breadth of his work over a career spanning more than four decades.
Stylistic neighbors
Bob Dylan· Bruce Springsteen· The Eagles
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Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Rockin’ Around (With You) 2:26
  • 2 Anything That’s Rock ’n’ Roll (live at Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA, 1977‐11‐11) 3:37
  • 3 Listen to Her Heart (live at the Record Plant, Sausalito, CA, 1977‐04‐23) 3:20
  • 4 Louisiana Rain (alternate version, 1979) 5:04
  • 5 Here Comes My Girl (alternate version, 1979) 4:57
  • 6 Kings Road (live at the Forum, Inglewood, CA, 1981‐06‐28) 5:14
  • 7 Keep a Little Soul (outtake, 1982) 3:11
  • 8 Straight Into Darkness (alternate version, 1982) 4:30
  • 9 Don’t Treat Me Like a Stranger 3:05
  • 10 Rebels (alternate version, 1985) 5:18
  • 11 You’re Gonna Get It (alternate version, 1978) 3:14
  • 12 Walkin’ From the Fire (outtake, 1984) 4:44
  • 13 The Best of Everything (alternate version, 1985) 4:10

Disc 2

  • 1 I Won’t Back Down (live at the Fillmore, San Francisco, CA, 1987‐02‐04) 3:39
  • 2 Two Gunslingers (live at the Beacon Theatre, New York, 2013‐05‐25) 3:50
  • 3 Crawling Back to You 5:02
  • 4 Wake Up Time (alt. take, 1992) 5:30
  • 5 Accused of Love 2:44
  • 6 Gainesville (outtake, 1998) 4:05
  • 7 You and Me (Clubhouse version, 2007) 3:12
  • 8 Like a Diamond (alt. version, 2002) 4:15
  • 9 Southern Accents (live at Stephen C. O’Connell Center, Gainesville, 2006‐09‐21) 5:01
  • 10 Insider (with Stevie Nicks) (live at Stephen C. O’Connell Center, Gainesville, FL, 2006‐09‐21) 4:56
  • 11 Something Good Coming 4:10
  • 12 Have Love Will Travel 4:04
  • 13 Mudcrutch / Hungry No More (live at House of Blues, Boston, MA, 2016‐06‐15) 7:16

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