Highway Companion cover

Released 20 years ago

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • reflective road trip vibes
  • heartfelt storytelling moments
  • mid-tempo contemplative journeys

Where this album fits

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
Bruce Springsteen· Bob Dylan· John Mellencamp

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Saving Grace 3:48
  • 2 Square One 3:26
  • 3 Flirting With Time 3:16
  • 4 Down South 3:27
  • 5 Jack 2:29
  • 6 Turn This Car Around 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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