Tom Petty – Full Moon Fever

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Artist: Tom Petty

Title: Full Moon Fever

Year: 1989

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1. Free Fallin' (4:16)
2. I Won't Back Down (2:58)
3. Love Is A Long Road (4:07)
4. A Face In The Crowd (3:59)
5. Runnin' Down A Dream (4:52)
6. Feel A Whole Lot Better (2:49)
7. Yer So Bad (3:05)
8. Depending On You (2:48)
9. The Apartment Song (2:32)
10. Alright For Now (2:00)
11. A Mind With A Heart Of Its Own (3:31)
12. Zombie Zoo (2:58)

Review

Tom Petty's debut solo venture, "Full Moon Fever," released back in the spring of '89, really knocked it out of the park. It’s like he took all the best bits of classic rock and pop, threw them into a blender, and out came this fantastic sonic cocktail. Despite being a solo record, it was a bit of a Heartbreakers reunion with contributions from the band, plus some extra star power from George Harrison, Roy Orbison, and Jeff Lynne, who wasn’t just a buddy but also a collaborator on many of the tracks.

The album soared to impressive heights, reaching No. 3 on the U.S. Billboard 200 and earning multiple platinum certifications both in the US and Canada. Hits like “Free Fallin’,” which became almost a national anthem for heartbreak, and other catchy tunes like “I Won’t Back Down” and “Runnin’ Down a Dream,” turned "Full Moon Fever" into Petty’s home run. It’s like each track was crafted with a sprinkle of musical magic—evident as they became the must-play songs in every concert and radio station. Decades later, Petty's work on this album still serves as a masterclass in songwriting and musical finesse, leaving a lasting influence that continues to inspire and resonate. - Bianca