When Mike Campbell Plays On Your Record

Tim Easton tells a story about Mike Campbell playing on his record and getting to meet Tom Petty later that day.
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Mike Campbell
Tom Petty
Tim Easton

[@otisgibbs]

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[@chrisbrowning6102]

Mike Campbell always plays to serve the song, but still manages to imprint his style on it. Great, tasteful player.

[@OldProspector79]

You nailed the essence of Mike Campbell. Nice!

[@steveb9325]

Yup! A real musician.

[@macster1878]

Spot on

[@hypnocracy6102]

Mike Campbell is one of rocks most underrated guitarist…I see him in the same light as George Harrison…unassuming hard working and I have to feel he truly loves just playing in the band…but when it’s time to shine he has few equals.

[@mathewmcdonald3657]

I think he’s probably my favorite definitely top five. He reminds you of George Harrison, he reminds me more of Dickie Betts. Greater than the average music lover will ever give them credit.

[@tylerthompson1842]

“Runnin Down A Dream” is one of the greatest long music documentary I’ve ever seen! I’m glad they made it while he was still alive.

[@Kickstart500]

Mike Campbell is like a pack mule.. he humbly carries the whole deal and makes the whole band look better.

[@johnbrennan6302]

My one small interaction with Mr Tom Petty. It was very early 1980s market square arena Indianapolis Indiana there was a private security company called the bear Force doing security for his concert they were acting in a heavy-handed manner pushing people around people who's only crime was trying to get up and dance and enjoy the music Mr Petty stopped the concert told the security people. In no uncertain terms that if they didn't let these people get up and dance and enjoy themselves that he was going to stop the show and walk off. And then the security would have a bigger problem. Demonstrated that day that he was a true artist of the people. Truly one of the most phenomenal live bands I've ever had the chance to see never missed him when he came to Central Indiana

[@shannonkringen]

Love this!!!!

[@thinman8621]

We all miss Tom Petty. Unique guy and band. We listened to them for forty years.

[@JulieSmith-bh3sh]

This story made me cry. Tom also played on for his fans. Mike Campbell is a underrated guitarist. I don’t understand why this is.

[@otisgibbs]

Thank you, Julie!

[@stephendeiss7158]

I agree, Julie. I’ll go on to say that Mike Campbell is by far the most tasteful guitarist I have ever listened to.

[@Cap683]

He is not under rated. Any musician will say that he is the guitar player’s guitar player as will most people who are into music generally.

[@GRBAquatics]

Very Cool. Awesome. Thankyou. I saw Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers Supporting/Back up Band for Bob Dylan in 1984 Brisbane Australia. Was like a Cyclone hitting pouring Rain non stop at an outdoor Stadium Show. Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers played virtually Non Stop for 5 Hours, doing their own sets and backing Dylan. Most Amazing show ever. I gained so much Respect for Tom Petty Mike Campbell and The Heartbreakers and Bob Dylan that night. Much Love from Australia.

[@donmcallister3745]

Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers was one of the best and tightest band shows I’ve ever seen… each of the four times I’ve seen them… I remember the first time I saw them… they did an incredible version of “ Hang On Sloopy”… Tom Petty and John Prine hit me very hard… Their passing… left me feeling very sad… I’ll always miss them both…🥀

[@Tonetwisters]

Campbell and Petty were out of Gainesville, FL. I was in Tallahassee, FL in the early-to-mid '70s in my brother's studio with a 2" MCI machine. Great days.

[@Peter7966]

Another really good story. It's a sweet way for me to wake up, shake sleep off with a cup of coffee and listen. I came to really enjoy Petty's music late in the game, a few years before he died. It didn't take long to realize the range and depth of his music, beyond the hits, which were great too. Mike Campbell's guitar work with the Heartbreakers was so good, not flashy, unless the song called for flash. The song always came first.

[@timmartin8191]

I saw TP&THB in 1979 at a concert in Houston. It was 4 hours of solid rockin' without missing a beat. I was sitting in the 3rd or 4th row and was amazed at how easy Mike Campbell made it look to shred on his axe. By far, the best concert I ever saw. ❤️ those guys!

[@tomdevlin9274]

I love this stuff. The bones of music.

[@bglrj]

My sister worked with him and said that he was the smartest man she had ever met. He was informed about everything. He knew something about any topic you could imagine. He had an incredible curiosity about things.

[@ChorusArtists]

Wow, what a tremendous anecdote from the end of Tom's journey. As a former musician and artist manager, I'm so glad Tim pointed out Tom's dedication to the Heartbreakers "family" of bandmembers and staff. That shows you exactly what kind of guy Petty was. He always took responsibility and shouldered the big burdens in order to keep that band together. He surely never intended this dedication to cost him his life, but in the end it's kind of apropos. He was the real Macoy, start to finish. RIP Tom.

[@otisgibbs]

Thank you, Reuben!

[@benallmark9671]

Why , how exactly did Tom die ?

[@ChorusArtists]

@@benallmark9671 Mixing pain medications caused a massive stroke, from what I understand. And he was only full of those meds because he had put off dealing with his broken hip until the end of the tour. I think he made it 4 more days before the worst happened.

[@benallmark9671]

@@ChorusArtists no kidding eh , I didn’t know this. Interesting , are there any clips or documentaries that cover this out there that I’d be able to watch ?

[@ardenevox]

So sad and yeah, so true.

[@theyoungupstarts1243]

Good story! As a San Diego boy for many moons, the Amphitheater is a great place to go for big shows.

[@imannonymous7707]

I wish I knew tom....rip . Great testimony

[@owentuckett938]

I'm a music fan and I've never got to hang with any big stars but everything I've heard about Tom Petty and his band leads me to believe that they were (and are) genuine people. Forgive me for going off tangent a bit but as a Brit, I look upon the US failure to provide universal health care with astonishment. You don't have health care; you have a highly profitable sickness insurance industry. The opioid crisis is a scandal of monumental proportions and the greed and corruption is documented in an excellent new book called Empire of Pain which I urge you to read if you can. The music business is gruelling and its history is littered with musicians and crew surviving on uppers, downers, painkillers and all sorts, just to get to the next gig. Hank Williams, Johnny Cash and I don't know how many more (you will Otis) all suffered but hung in there for the crew and others who depended on them. I love the music but sometimes it's worth remembering the sacrifice that artists make to bring it to us. Not only them, but the road crew and all the other unsung and underpaid heroes and heroines too.

[@greybeard277]

the medical industry is a sickness preservation industry, look into rockefeller medicine to see about it, but socialist policies are not the answer.

[@josephr.lejeune4539]

Great stories of the human side of the big time. Many thanks!

[@Dannyexplosion]

Wonderful story. Cool dudes working hard man. “I’ll tell you folks it’s harder than it looks”

[@donovanhowardmusic]

Nice add on. Yes it’s long way to the top!

[@davidrush6547]

Another fine story! I've only seen Tom and the Heartbreakers once, but they were in the top two of concert performances I've ever witnessed, the other being AC/DC. The fact that TP played shows with a broken hip is also mind blowing! I've also broken my right hip and the pain is unimaginable to most, the drugs they gave me for the first few days left me near comatose for a day or two. Well RIP to him and keep the tales and talks coming, they're always appreciated! ☮️

[@glennmattison3180]

The point he makes connecting to Jerry Garcia is a good one. I have read most of the Books and Biographies on the Dead and you always come a way with a sense that Jerry was tired from the weight of keeping the machine rolling and supporting all those people. This is a whole other side to super stardom that doesn't get talked about much.

[@jayjaynella4539]

Loretta Lynn stated at one time that 60 people worked with her that she felt responsible for.

[@matthewmaurysmith2486]

I still think Jerry would have done it that way... look at how much fun he was having with the Dead as late as 1993. The fact that the dope habit got out of control and his diabetes and heart problems were on an intersect course really i think was just his personal deal, maybe not so much caused by the weight of the dead organization. Shizz, he had already lived for decades with the non stop touring and huge overhead. Had bob or phil died instead of him in 95, i bet we would have seen the exact same thing play out that we saw: the band continuing on with different musicians and him touring his band and "the dead" constantly. I dont think you just walk away and live some normal life when you literally grew up playing an acid test in football stadiums for a massive community of die hard fans. Even phish, who had a quarter of the fanbase, couldnt do that.

[@ericthompson3383]

We are so blessed to have heard all those guys( Tom Petty and the heartbeakers) I have never heard a bad story about those guys. Tim and Otis your music and stories are awesome love this channel! Every video keeps me tuned in! Loved the one about Lucinda Williams as well. The world needs this music and people like you!

[@angelicamichel9392]

Thank you for sharing this awesome memories 💜

[@simonerusso6920]

Alo otis good morning ciccio imperiale respect

[@crazywisdom2]

Best 5 minutes of my day... thanks 😊

[@drumminsonlive9199]

Sounds like Tim got to meet one of his heroes I wish we all could…Thanks Otis

[@supergong2241]

Thanks once again for a great story...you're a great man 🎸🎶🎶🎵

[@turkeeg7644]

This stuff is great....seriously wonderful your putting it out there.

[@a.m.phaneuf6164]

That San Diego State College Amphitheater is a great venue, great acoustics. Saw Dylan there.

[@brucegwynn8509]

Good morning otis, I enjoyed that story , he actually had been able to be around Tom on several occasions, I didn't know that he had broken his hip , or maybe I was upset about his death and didn't grasp it at the time, I really like tom and his band, I grew up around toms music and it brings back such great memories

[@mathewmcdonald3657]

The best or at least my favorite guitarist on the planet. Johnny Marr and Dickie Bettes are very close but when Mike comes in on the solo on the live in 85 version of The Waiting is pure rock n roll. If you don’t get goose bumps you might want to check your pulse.

[@billbitterman9487]

Between Tom's story about breaking his hand and that moment when the lights come up and Mike Campbell blasts in on his solo, that is one of my favorite live music moments. I've probably watched that vid on KZbin 500 times. And yes...goosebumps every time I have major regrets for never seeing TP&THB in person

[@mathewmcdonald3657]

@@billbitterman9487 I was fortunate enough to see him twice first The Replacements opened and both bands were cooking that night, second Jackson Browne opened and played most of The Heartbreakers set with them. About 15 years apart but I am very grateful for those experiences. There is something about that 85 concert though that just speaks to me on a different level. The band was at their creative best in my opinion.

[@billbitterman9487]

@@mathewmcdonald3657 The show with Jackson Browne would have been fantastic. JB is absolutely among my favorite artist along with Tom Petty. I can’t imagine how great that was.

[@bartboop]

Great story!

[@CalebKingMusic]

Awesome story as always! Thanks again Otis!

[@otisgibbs]

Thanks, Caleb!

[@DocJJohnson]

Love your site...

[@otisgibbs]

Thank you!

[@OldProspector79]

As a HUGE Tom Petty and Mike Campbell fan, this particular episode meant a lot. Well done, great story!

[@timothycarter8049]

Great episode! Tim Easton has some wonderful stories!

[@otisgibbs]

Thanks, Timothy!

[@RandyH400]

Lol great story Otis Thanks!

[@gregwalker1913]

Thanks Otis and Tim. Great stories about Mike and Tom. I think of Mike like I think of George Harrison. They have been great guitarists but are there to serve the tune. No excessive noodling, as my friend Tim calls it.

[@otisgibbs]

Thank you, Greg!

[@CharlieTWilbury]

I've watched three videos, enjoyed every one. I should have done this earlier.....subbed! Thanks Otis, you put up great stuff!

[@otisgibbs]

Thank you, Charlie!

[@AndySalinger33]

Good morning, brother Otis. Great story here! And I’m digging your sort of signature thing you do on these videos…the funny thing where you and your guest make faces and act goofy for a sec. It’s a little flourish I’ve come to wait for. Cheers, buddy! The stories just get better and better, as does your presentation. 🕊

[@otisgibbs]

Thank you, Andy!

[@fairenoughthenwhat]

I enjoyed that story. You've got a great way with people Otis, which comes through in your interviews.

[@otisgibbs]

i appreciate that, Pete!

[@OldHenryLee]

What a day for Mike Campbell. Goodness. Also, Room At The Top Of The World Tonight off Eho is an outstanding song. - Thanks for sharing Mr. Otis. Job well done... Enjoy yourself ✌️

[@otisgibbs]

Thank you!

[@tinman00]

Thanks again Otis..

[@otisgibbs]

Thank you, Scotty!

[@btdtagain]

its a story that happens probably to every touring and recording group or artist, i heard right here about WAYLON JENNINGS, having to keep rolling down the highways to keep cash flow for an amazing amount of people. i think the music gets the glory all the while squeezing the last gas from the Talent. BLESS THE LOT OF YOU

[@stephendeiss7158]

Thanks, Otis, for featuring a lot of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers lately.

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤️ beautiful post. I was COMPELLED to see Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, last tour. Front row. I could see that Tom didnt look good but he didnt miss a beat and that show was fabulous So glad I followed my instinct and made the effort to get to that beautiful event.

[@otisgibbs]

I'm glad you got to see that tour, Cindy!

[@SeeCSeesCC]

@@otisgibbs me too Otis ❤️

[@chadbeermann2744]

This reminds me of a Bear Bryant story (I believe told by Bo Schembechler). Bear was getting towards the end, his health was failing, and he was tired. Bo asked why he was still coaching, and Bear responded it was because of all the people depending on him for jobs, from assistant coaches to secretaries. Who would make sure they were taken care of without him? Bear died a month after he retired.

[@bradhardisty1652]

Amazing Heartbreakers story at Sunset Sound. They've been doing interviews with people who recorded there. Really good stuff. I didn't realize Tim Easton was so connected with a lot of familiar names until yout interviews.

[@otisgibbs]

Tim is well worth looking into!

[@danobrien8671]

Thanks Ottis

[@otisgibbs]

Thank you, Dan!

[@lindellsiler5994]

I guess you could say I have a decent pain tolerance. Don't like pain meds and how they affect me. Had my gall bladder removed,teeth pulled and days ago eye surgery and didn't take the meds they gave me. That said for my kidney stone and partial knee replacements I HAD to break down and use some. Yeah Tom took a chance and it took him. The pain of letting people down must have been worse than the physical pain. I can't judge him ,way above my paygrade. Thanks for the great stories Brother

[@steveward7939]

Otis I can’t thank you enough There is no bigger Tom Petty and Mike Campbell fan than me

[@otisgibbs]

Thank you, Steve!

[@steveward7939]

Otis you’re a good egg Keep making friends we need more good conversations and less negative chattering

[@cynthiaking5308]

I love Steve Earle.

[@BST501]

❤

[@PedroNord]

🦋

[@good_king_guitarman1334]

Otis do you still do longform stories such as the old "Thanks for giving a damn" series? I keep going back to them, there are so many great stories in there.

[@otisgibbs]

I'm glad ya dig those! I planned to do more of those when the pandemic ends, but the success of this channel is taking up all of my spare time. So, it looks like that's gonna be on hiatus for quite a while.

[@good_king_guitarman1334]

@@otisgibbs Success is a great problem to have!!

[@brettcooper3893]

Alice Cooper was on New West in the mid-2000s.

[@rootboycooks]

Link to the track kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqi6nZmemreeors

[@TheGeniuschrist]

Sippin coffee

[@normanwillsie1520]

I know I sound like a broken record but another great one Ottis!

[@otisgibbs]

Thank you, Norman!

[@johnc5160]

Hey Otis! I'm somewhere down the road, where are you??

[@artemisXsidecross]

This story only reflects why we all should be covered with universal healthcare and guaranteed income that would be paid by automation, artificial intelligence and algorithms from today's business technology's profit.

[@bertstadnyk6467]

Thanks to Tim Easton for his insight . Thanks Otis

[@otisgibbs]

Thanks, Bert!

[@OldHenryLee]

Agreed 🙏👍

[@ish474]

Side question, what kind of tea does Amy like? I come bearing gifts on the 17th!!!

[@otisgibbs]

She digs strong black tea. : )

[@randalclarke5487]

I smoked copious amounts of weed for YEARS lol... I can't understand how these guys can even function on it anymore smoking large amounts. There was a time, but no more 🙂

[@joeurbanowski321]

Ya know.? I’d like to think that I would’ve said..” hey Tom..!” when seeing him sitting there.. but in reality I probably would’ve just kept walking too…

[@Bob-Sacamano314]

I woulda stopped man

[@thebangkokconnection4080]

Be interesting to see Mikey taking over as Fleetwood Macs guitar player after the sacking of Lindsey Buckingham. Mike used to insist in putting his weed in a turkey roasting bag thinking dogs couldnt smell it.

[@pennysimmons841]

Hi Ottis

[@otisgibbs]

Hi Penny! : )

[@walkinthrutheparkbymr.melo3905]

#ANALOGRULES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gedmason6387]

Tom Petty. The Bard Of America.

[@BST501]

❤