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Long After Dark

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers · 1982

37 min · 10 tracks · Southern rock · heartland rock

A vibrant blend of rock and heartland melodies laced with introspective lyrics and a touch of melancholy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • introspective lyrics for contemplation
  • for evening drives
  • melancholy tunes with heart
  • consistent flow encourages deep listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer instant gratification sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1982, 'Long After Dark' was Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' fifth studio album, following their commercial breakthrough with 'Damn the Torpedoes' in 1979. The album marked a transitional phase for the band as they navigated the music industry's changing landscape while still maintaining their signature sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Bob Dylan· Bruce Springsteen· The Eagles

Tracklist

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

  • 1 A One Story Town 3:04
  • 2 You Got Lucky 3:32
  • 3 Deliver Me 3:25
  • 4 Change of Heart 3:17
  • 5 Finding Out 3:33
  • 6 We Stand a Chance 3:35
  • 7 Straight Into Darkness 3:47
  • 8 The Same Old You 3:30
  • 9 Between Two Worlds 5:13
  • 10 A Wasted Life 4:30

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