Highway Companion
Tom Petty · 2006
57 min · 16 tracks · rock music
A reflective journey through Americana, blending heartfelt storytelling with Petty's signature rock sound.
Why this album works
'Highway Companion' was well-received by critics, debuting at number four on the Billboard 200 chart and solidifying Petty's status as a rock icon. Notably, it featured the track 'Saving Grace,' which received substantial airplay on rock radio stations and contributed to the album's cultural impact.
- Career context
- Released in 2006, 'Highway Companion' was Tom Petty's first album released under his own label, Highway Companion Records, marking a significant shift in his career. It came after the successful 'The Last DJ' (2002), showcasing a more introspective and mature songwriting style as Petty navigated personal and professional changes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Mayer· ZZ Top· Daniel Lanois
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Saving Grace Standout 3:48
- 2 Square One Standout 3:26
- 3 Flirting With Time 3:16
- 4 Down South 3:27
- 5 Jack 2:29
- 6 Turn This Car Around Standout 3:59
- 7 Big Weekend 3:16
- 8 Night Driver 4:28
- 9 Damaged by Love 3:23
- 10 This Old Town 4:17
- 11 Ankle Deep 3:24
- 12 The Golden Rose 4:45
- 13 Home 3:12
- 14 Around the Roses 3:00
- 15 Big Weekend (demo version) 3:05
- 16 This Old Town (demo version) 4:28
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