
5 May 1981 · 46 YEARS
Hard Promises
Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers
Jimmy Iovine returns to produce this set, guiding the group toward a muscular sound. The songs balance sharp radio appeal with the kind of gritty storytelling that established the band early in the decade.
Stevie Nicks contributes to the track Insider after requesting to join the ensemble. These recordings also mark the closing work for Ron Blair during this period of the group history.