Tom Petty Interview (2010)

[@AllynKessler]

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[@gayleschaefer6300]

Thank you.

[@marylynnbryant9004]

My lord

[@BJ-fj6jw]

Bless you dear friend!

[@oceanview5545]

Such a sweet, down to earth, talented, funny man. That's why he is so missed & beloved.❤

[@patrickjoneill4551]

What a sincere and genuine guy he was. The world is a colder place without Tom Petty. Thank God for his legacy.🙏

[@DanielGennaro]

Well said. But his music certainly has given me the courage to face this cruel cruel dishonest world

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

@@DanielGennaro yep, whatever awfulness you’re dealing with, out on Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and for these 3 and a half minutes everything is ok

[@GaryR-j4z]

Teresa here from Omaha Ne. There's only one Tom Petty. Rip Tom & Howie. Such wonderful men, kind & caring . Glad to see Mike & Benmont doing their thing- it's what Tom would have wanted.

[@neilredmond1011]

Tom petty had what’s missing from a lot of musicians and that is he had class and plenty of it ! He is so missed

[@shanecollier7952]

Well said. I agree. Huge loss bless him.

[@brandonevans9252]

I agree with the pair of you. Nicely put, Neil

[@pauls3758]

Very very true where is the new music at today everything sounds the same and feels empty

[@Andreia.Cristina_Kunoichi]

Yes, he is!

[@2war2bray]

Tom Petty is exactly as one would imagine him to be as a person. Just a lovely guy who brought to the world brilliant rock and roll. Icon.

[@ratter531]

He was just so real and so nice..he loved his fans.

[@patriciasanders621]

And his fans ❤️ love and will always miss him and the music he said was

[@patriciasanders621]

His

[@DavesCoverSongs]

This is what sets Petty apart, his eloquence and profound insights.

[@lilorphanobie9593]

Well said

[@ryandz1658]

Yep it didnt come easy he suffered alot in life from his father likly a narrarssascts and then his first wife Jane who likly suffered from borderline personality disorder When Tom finally accepted that he couldn't be abused anymore by Jane he had paid a steep price and was emotionally in a deep painful situation the trauma bond was so strong it almost killed him it's why he was able to overcome the heroin addiction he did so in the coming years Tom was a very special man

[@deborahchinn2439]

When a person can say to another person:” you have made my life richer and fuller by your talent and your gift.”....there is no greater compliment. Mr, Petty, you have made my life richer and fuller by your talent and your gift. I humbly thank you and miss you dearly.

[@daggicat8763]

So true, i do miss him, have most cds

[@marylynnbryant9004]

So damn agree

[@marylynnbryant9004]

Miss him every day but listen to his music daily. Seriously I do

[@marylynnbryant9004]

Mike Campbell yay!!!!

[@BellaRiccatone]

@@marylynnbryant9004There has never been a day that I haven’t listened to Tom Petty since Don’t do me like that. Miss this man, however, I am grateful for his music that lights up this dark and scary world. Thank you Mr. Petty.

[@janetsutton3091]

Such an absolutely wonderful interview. It really showcases Tom's intelligence, wit, humbleness, and great sense of humor. Thank you Allyn for posting; you never disappoint. Also, thanks for your dedication to keeping Tom's memory alive. Tom is still loved and missed every day by the masses. Happy holidays to you, Allyn.

[@JamesStaubes]

Yes it is. Tavis is a good interviewer. His interview with Prince is great too. Sad they're both gone. :(

[@Freddie0521]

He is so right. Such a intelligent person and an awesome musician and song writer. There will never be another Tom Petty.

[@woofiedog7452]

Seems a lovely sincere guy. Such a shame he's not around anymore.

[@ratter531]

Having met him..His passing devastated me..Miss him so dam much..he was such a very nice man.

[@myawsum14]

@@ratter531 ditto.

[@myawsum14]

Allyn, It amazes me that you keep finding new material to share with all of Tom's fans, but greatful that you do. I grieve his passing more than I do some family members. His music speaks to my heart and resonates through my soul. Hard to accept that he's been gone 2 yrs. already. I know he's not resting up there...he has too many friends to rock the heavens with. 💘🎸

[@ratter531]

@@myawsum14 Thank You Sharon..Tom was a gem,I was just so honored I got to meet him.

[@ratter531]

@@myawsum14 Every day I cry for Tom..meeting him was an honor..Tom Petty was such a nice human being.

[@andrewcoil8355]

Definitely coolest rocker ever.

[@kungpuk5186]

To me, he never recorded one bad song. Love 'em all..

[@davidlyons2663]

I totally agree.

[@angelagoodwin5758]

I'm a newcomer of the Tom Petty experience. I heard some of his music in passing until I recently watched the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame performance of "While My Guitar Gently Weeps". For some reason, I found myself drawn to Tom. That's when I started down the rabbit hole. I'm happy I did. Wonderful performer and human being. ❤️

[@iancharles1273]

I've been a Tom Petty fan since the beginning. What I miss the most is that there isn't any new Tom Petty album's. I have devoured everything he ever released. Saw at least one show, every tour starting with The Hard Promises Tour July 1981. I miss his work. But thankfully YOU TUBE has LIVE footage, plus interviews like this one to wet the pallette. Tom was just a good dude. Genuine.

[@helenlizzystewart4908]

Why would you even bother to do a thumbs down to Tom Petty. I do a lot of busking and I always put in a couple of Tom Petty songs he was such a brilliant musician and person

[@crusadercat7158]

I will always love Tom Petty. He will always live in all his fans.

[@wolfmanscott8669]

I went to my very first and very last Tom Petty concert up in Seattle with my older brother 2 months before Tom passed away, it was amazing. It was a late birthday present from my parents.

[@virginiafranklin8193]

I saw him in Jacksonville Florida about a year before that.

[@grandsport2654]

An absolute amazing interview tavis. Tom Petty seemed like one of us, but cooler. He seemed like the kind of guy that would take time out of his bz schedule to talk to a fan for a few min. My xm/Sirius radio stays on his channel. You were an amazing dude Tom Petty.. we miss you down here.

[@jacksoneverage7163]

Good interview. Tom was truly a class act. There's a part of our souls that's never to be complete again with his passing. No way for true fans to ever feel whole when our most prolific singer/ songwriter has been taken from us. Gone but never ever forgotten. RIP TOM.

[@mairianncullen8753]

Wow! Tavis Smiley is such a skilled interviewer! His questions and understanding of music allow Tom Petty to express himself so openly. Awesome!

[@sunnyd4125]

Yes, he had good questions.

[@ratter531]

Sad though the world has lost Tom Petty, although he will live in our hearts forever. I met him 3 times, a sweet heart of a man so humble, did not have the rock star attitude .R.I.P. Tom. One of the nicest rock stars I have ever met..I miss him deeply.

[@cindytroxler2838]

He did always want to be a musician! He's so talented and loves it to the core 💖! You can tell how genuinely happy he is at his concerts. RIP Mr. Tom Petty, we really miss you 😘.

[@johnnytoobad7785]

One of the most honest and outspoken musicians America has ever produced. You'll never hear ANY of his songs on a TV commerical. Tom Petty stood for something beyond monetary success. Loved the Doco and his bio book. He will be missed.

[@valeriejrt66]

This is why he’s so loved! Thank you for the post... he will be forever missed...💔🎶💔🎸🕶🎩☮️♥️🙏🏻

[@phoenixren9642]

Boy, do I look up to this guy!! I'm 17, working away at my first album, and I really wouldn't be here without Tom, or George Harrison, or Bob Dylan.... Miss him

[@BJ-fj6jw]

Best of luck on your musical journey!!!

[@ratter531]

TOM PETTY ALWAYS LOVED NEVER FORGOTTEN FOREVER MISSED

[@1214shell]

Tom Petty was the best!! Loved his concerts. Everyone sang the songs with the band....and there were plenty of songs. He could have played for 3 solid days and never use up all his material. He is greatly missed!

[@brandonevans9252]

This is such an amazing interview, largely because the interviewer has so much passion for music. Would you believe, this is the first Tom Petty interview I've ever watched, despite having listened to him for 10+ years. It just confirms what I thought of Petty: he's an honest man who loves his job and expresses his life through voice. So very sad to have lost him. For him to say he's never been comfortable being a frontman, that's the secret of his relatable style, I think

[@ianericasterling7667]

Look up “cool” in the dictionary. A picture of Tom should be there.

[@iammeg7761]

Listen to him everyday ♡ Wish I was a little older to have been able to go see him!

[@daggicat8763]

Seen him live long time ag, , didn't disappoint, love him

[@evelynbaron2004]

Allyn Kessler don't know how to thank you for these incredible uploads. I started an article on the video for Swingin; and it evolved into something, maybe an e-book but what is clear is that this man, and his band, left an indelible mark on 3 generations of listeners. And impossible to not take him personally -- the most notable example is his biographer Warren Zanes who in Rolling Stone I think last year on the anniversary of Tom's death wrote about his fondness for truck stop coffee and his, Warren's, feeling that his writing about The Year of Heroin Addiction somehow had alienated Tom -- impossible, certainly not true -- at any rate, best wishes for the New Year and endless tx.

[@sandgroperwookiee65]

Fantastic share!❤ Thku!👍 Apart from his plethora of timeless musical memories,he has my total respect & adoration for being a truly thoughtful human being. So sorely missed😢 Love ya Tom!❤🎩

[@robmarchese]

Nothing but class, integrity, and humility...with ridiculous talent to spare. Love you, Tom. R.I.P.

[@grean17]

Always will be my favorite...class act for sure...I sure wish he was still with us!

[@jerrys1375]

R.I.P Brother

[@cz1always608]

Who would think he’d only have a few years left on earth . Life is short.. Miss him ... today is a new day , live it to the fullest.... you never know ..

[@judithgoldberg9306]

Always humble, always beautiful, always super talented, amazing music storyteller. Love him. Miss himm

[@vivlund]

One of the truly great musical poets. He is very missed.

[@guitarkeychanger3366]

The world don't spin the same without him

[@BJ-fj6jw]

Love your comment! Perfect.

[@gobigrey9352]

Thank you so much for posting this. One of the better interviews I've seen, could have gone on another hour. God I miss that man. He really did help form the foundation to my whole life.

[@deweyoxburger2963]

I'm 58 and he is still the foundation of mine

[@ryandz1658]

Thanks for always delivering the goods on the one and only the greatest rock and roller of all time Tom Petty

[@mikemichaels9467]

Dead on

[@rdmkeytohwy]

It is still hard for me to believe Tom Petty is gone. His spirit is still with us thru the music, his family, and his bandmates. I watch every old interview i can, sometimes more than once. We love and miss you Tom!

[@jimtoohey7242]

The UK 🇬🇧 was instrumental in The Heartbreakers success. Tom Pettys words saved my life on more then one occasion. 💘 🎸

[@herrroy4963]

First. Thank you once again Allyn for all these great videos with TPATHB you are posting. Second, you come home and feel low, and then you can always put on an interview with Tom and he makes you feel good again. In this so much egocentric world, Tom is the opposite. He has such a great and big perspective on life.

[@WarriorCatOfficial]

He was 100 percent honest. He wasn't scared to tell the truth. And this is practically the closest you can come to a real talk with him. He honestly looked pretty intimidating but if you were to walk up to him and say hi, he'd be the sweetest soul you'd ever meet. And his smile is so contagious. This world is so lost without him, but at least hes learning to fly in heaven❤

[@Queridaleslie]

I love Tom. Thank you for writing the beautiful songs you have shared with us.. your music has helped me into slowly battling anxiety

[@ratter531]

Tom Petty The world misses you , We love You Tom..R.I.P. Musical genius .

[@DH-xm3hc]

😢 Still miss and love him 😔 Rest in Peace Tom Petty ✌️❤️🌼

[@Andreia.Cristina_Kunoichi]

Yes! Rest in peace Tom Patty!

[@virginiafranklin8193]

Tom was a class act. He staid out of the limelight. There will never be another Tom Petty. As I get older,all my heroes are dying.

[@peggyevernham180]

Fantastic interview!!! Tom's so cool, so loved and so missed 🎩🎶💔🎶💞

[@nanceenurse]

So many people that felt his loss on a personal level. Me, too. He had that quality like you felt he knew you & you knew him. l miss him a lot.

[@bikeluversusie2522]

Thanks Allyn for sharing. I miss him so much. He was such a class act. I will always be his biggest fan!

[@mistylynn111]

Tom Petty's music has the pulse of life and the the lyrics of a poets dream.🕊🌎🕊🌏🕊🌍🕊

[@elizabethgosselin7518]

Thank you Allyn. Great interview. He is missed by his fans as a true one of a kind talent.

[@lizk6007]

What an absolute gent. And looking great too! ❤️ Oh for a time machine...

[@Geronimo_Jehoshaphat]

Simply the best. Miss ya TP.

[@AndysGypsyDogs]

I miss this man so much! Thank you Tom Petty for making the music to my life story! I know theres millions out there that feel the same way!❤️

[@katherinea.rodgers8366]

Thank you for this upload. I actually saw this interview. One of my favorites. May your Holidays be Merry!

[@garyreidmusic]

14k views... people are sleeping on this good interview! Fall Freely, Tom Petty!

[@johnsims1353]

Allyn, as always, many thanks from the UK. Hope you have a wonderful Christmas and New Year and long may you keep uploading these gems. X

[@lilorphanobie9593]

Thanks for your reverence towards The Maestro Tom Petty...Still hurts after 2 years. But the music 🎶 lives on.

[@makhahn618]

I didn't appreciate his music as much as i shouldve when he passed. and im so SO sad that he's gone. it breaks my heart into a million pieces..

[@stevenharrison488]

I love this guy always have RIP Tom

[@gailremp8389]

I enjoy how when all the interviews he's asked if he gets tired of playing all the hits over and over again. And he commented in one that yes sometimes it was hard to pick out what not to play. But people pay their money and they have certain songs they love. And when we start to play it we pick up their energy. What's not to like. So yeah we enjoy that and we like put new stuff in also..

[@JoslynNeiderer]

Great interview. Thanks for uploading.

[@Silverfox1966]

😮Tom worked hard at his craft he wasnt born with a God given talent he put the time in very much so , then in 81 they want to put his album up a dollar and that was against his wishes so he held the album back Great man great musician

[@jocelyneke6445]

Best interview I've seen.

[@sandrafrazier1200]

Tom Petty is and will always be in a class of his own. His music resonated with me on a personal level at 14 to 21 and beyond. My song is Wildflowers, I love England and it’s Castles and History. A bit of a Historian at heart. Love it Tom thank you and God love your soul🥰

[@makeyourself1988]

He was incredible

[@kimjohnson344]

I miss you Tom.

[@dianarowley4543]

Great interview! So worth watching it through!!

[@ocdef3261]

Un de mes plus grand regret est de n'avoir jamais vu Tom en concert ............C'est con la vie , trop court , il me manque , j'imagine toutes les autres chansons qu'il aurait pu écrire ...

[@1974jrod]

Full moon fever was a phenomenal album. Not one bad song.

[@robsniffen7597]

Miss you TP. North Florida born and bred. It ain’t the same without you around.

[@BJ-fj6jw]

Really great questions made for really great responses. I loved the spontaneous laughter and brotherly rapport between you two! Easy to see how interviewer genuinely loving Tom Petty, and TP totally into this interview, opening up and we are the benefactors forever. I will always love Tom for his integrity fighting for his fans back in '81. Well thought out questions!

[@IMEMINE.]

Find something that you love, and that will be your life and happiness

[@Andreia.Cristina_Kunoichi]

Nowadays it's difficult tô find work in a thing we like!

[@cassvanessa5]

Beautiful man, so missed

[@picasokaufmen9250]

Thank you for sharing.

[@michellegallaher2568]

Simply The Best 👌

[@michaelyoungstrom9412]

I feel sorry for those who haven't seen this wonderful humble man live. He was fantastic the three times I saw him. Deeply missed.

[@mhsewbiz]

What a sweetheart! ♥

[@BJ-fj6jw]

At first never into Petty...Then I watched his documentary highlighting his hard work ethic and integrity. From that moment was so drawn to him that I wrote a song. Please don't get this wrong, but I felt as if Tom was writing this song though me. It always gets applause when performed. Great magical feeling. Next month, he was gone. Still in shock. I miss him. Love him.

[@franksessions4346]

One of my favorite albums

[@lindakickliter9934]

Greatest musician of my lifetime.

[@martinpaul5232]

interviewer handled this well. 👍

[@carolfidler5505]

Yes Tom was incredible. 🎸✨💖Total respect.

[@ratter531]

TOM PETTY ALWAYS LOVED FOREVER MISSED NEVER FORGOTTEN. 💖💖

[@sueyyness3642]

Such a great point; the fans and the artists should be willing to hear/play the classic songs along with the new stuff. He was amazing to see all those years ago at Farmaide.

[@jimparsons6491]

You know there is something magical about this man!!

[@vickiemeyer1409]

Missing Tom Petty! His music will live forever!

[@DocJJohnson]

Miss him much

[@stephengiffith1010]

Steve g music would like so much to thank Mr TOM PETTY and THE HEARTBREAKERS FOR SHARING MANY MOONS OF SOME OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL FAVORITE ROCK N ROLL MUSIC THAT WAS EVER MADE IF NOT FOR TOM PETTY I WOULDN'T HAVE MADE IT THIS FAR STILL PLAYING IS HAPPYNESS THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH WE LOVE YOU ❤ AND MISS YOU !!!!!!!

[@freemindthinkerezrapound5071]

Seems to me that there is more and better singers and musicians in heaven than there is on Earth

[@kylewattssurfing3266]

So cool so awesome so amazing thank you for sharing

[@anthonymorales842]

the interviewer is excellent

[@chrissett4245]

Always a class act... Thank you Tom for keeping prices lower than top brass wanted. RIP TOM.

[@markcorkum8341]

Your a Great interviewer. Tom was very comfortable with you

[@jeffandersen7397]

Tavis is the best. He reminds me of Dick Cavett. He asks well thought out questions and he's totally cool. RIP Tom, you make great rock and roll,

[@tylerdurden9748]

I've never seen this interviewer before and yeah he's fantastic. He's asking questions that i truly want to know the answers to! What is his last name?

[@MrEffervescent]

@@tylerdurden9748 Tavis Smiley.He had his show on Public Television (PBS)for over 5 years but lost the show for allegedly dating someone working on the show (during the initial "me to" thing),unfortunately. I used to love coming home from working 2nd shift in time to watch it.

[@1114gabby]

miss Tom Petty terribly!

[@nj2702]

Great seeing you again Tom. Hope u and George are jamin' up a storm. ;-)