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Guitarists Mourn Tom Petty

By Jackson Maxwell Published

The shocking news of Tom Petty's death late Monday night reverberated around the world, causing a wave of tributes from guitarists and musicians from across the musicial spectrum.

Guitarists
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“Free Fallin’”: Tom Petty Wrote His Biggest Hit to Make Jeff Lynne Laugh

By Christopher Scapelliti Published

Tom Petty’s 1989 hit “Free Fallin’” is a simple enough song. It contains just a handful of guitar chords that any beginner could easily handle.

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Tom Petty Dead at 66

By Jackson Maxwell Published

Tom Petty has died at the age of 66 after being found in full cardiac arrest at his Malibu home Sunday night. The singer was rushed to UCLA Medical Center, but could not be revived.

Artists
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Former Byrd Chris Hillman Is Flying High Again on 'Bidin' My Time'

By Damian Fanelli Published

Music Releases
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Chris Hillman Announces New Album, 'Bidin' My Time'

By Damian Fanelli Published

Music Releases
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Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Announce 40th Anniversary 2017 Tour

By Guitar World Staff Published

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers have announced the first dates of their 40th Anniversary Tour.

Concert, Gigs & Tours
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Readers' Poll: The Best American Rock Band Ever — Metallica Vs. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

By Guitar World Staff Published

Bands
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Readers' Poll: The Best American Rock Band Ever — Allman Brothers Band Vs. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

By Guitar World Staff Published

Bands
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Readers' Poll: The Best American Rock Band Ever — Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Vs. Queens of the Stone Age

By Guitar World Staff Published

Bands
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The 10 Best Backing Bands of All Time

By Damian Fanelli, Josh Hart Published

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