The List of Tom Petty Albums in Order of Release Date

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Tom Petty released Thirteen (13) studio albums as the lead singer of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, two with supergroup the Traveling Wilburys and two with his first band (and later, side project) Mudcrutch, in addition to three solo albums.

The List of  Tom Petty Albums in Order of Release Date

Here is the list of Tom Petty  Album in Order of Release Date:

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers:

1. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers — November 9, 1976
2. You’re Gonna Get It! — May 2, 1978
3. Damn the Torpedoes — October 19, 1979
4. Hard Promises — May 5, 1981
5. Long After Dark — November 2, 1982
6. Southern Accents — March 26, 1985
7. Let Me Up (I’ve Had Enough) — April 21, 1987
8. Into the Great Wide Open — July 2, 1991
9. Songs and Music from “She’s the One” — August 6, 1996
10. Echo — April 13, 1999
11. The Last DJ — October 8, 2002
12. Mojo — June 15, 2010
13. Hypnotic Eye — July 28, 2014

With the Traveling Wilburys Albums:

1. Traveling Wilburys Vol. 1 — October 18, 1988
2. ) Traveling Wilburys Vol. 3 — October 29, 1990

Solo Albums:

1. Full Moon Fever — April 29, 1989
2. Wildflowers — November 1, 1994
3. Highway Companion — July 25, 2006

With Mudcrutch Albums:

1. Mudcrutch — April 29, 2008
2. 2 — May 20, 2016

All Tom Petty Albums List in Order

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Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Albums in Order

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1. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers (1976)

Tracks

1. Rockin’ Around (With You)
2. Breakdown
3. Hometown Blues
4. The Wild One, Forever
5. Anything That’s Rock ‘n’ Roll
6. Strangered in the Night
7. Fooled Again (I Don’t Like It)
8. Mystery Man
9. Luna
10. American Girl

Released on November 9, 1976, by Shelter Records, ‘Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers’ marked the debut of the eponymous band. The album, recorded and mixed at the Shelter Studio in Hollywood, California, served as an entrancing introduction to their distinct sound. With Tom Petty’s emotive vocals leading the way, the album encapsulated the heartland rock genre’s essence. From the first note to the last, it showcased the group’s raw energy and songwriting prowess, laying the foundation for a storied musical journey that would captivate audiences for decades to come.

2. You’re Gonna Get It! (1978)

Tracks

1. When the Time Comes
2. You’re Gonna Get It
3. Hurt
4. Magnolia
5. Too Much Ain’t Enough
6. I Need to Know
7. Listen to Her Heart
8. No Second Thoughts
9. Restless
10. Baby’s a Rock ‘n’ Roller

“You’re Gonna Get It!” stands as Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers’ second album, released in 1978. Under the artistic guidance of Kosh for design and art direction, the album was initially intended to bear the title “Terminal Romance.” Ultimately, it reached a peak position of No. 23 on the 1978 Billboard Top LPs & Tapes chart. With a collection of compelling tracks, this album showcased Petty’s evolving musical direction and solidified the band’s place in rock history.

3. Damn the Torpedoes (1979)

Tracks

1. Refugee
2. Here Comes My Girl
3. Even the Losers
4. Shadow of a Doubt (A Complex Kid)
5. Century City
6. Don’t Do Me Like That
7. You Tell Me
8. What Are You Doin’ in My Life
9. Louisiana Rain

Dropping on October 19, 1979, ‘Damn the Torpedoes’ marked the third chapter in Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers’ musical journey. Released under the Backstreet Records label and distributed by MCA Records, this album capitalized on the triumphs of its predecessors, climbing to #2 on Billboard’s album chart. A triple-platinum jewel certified by the RIAA, it remains a hallmark of their career. Rolling Stone’s accolades were not misplaced, as the album clinched the 313th spot in their ‘500 Greatest Albums of All Time’ list in 2003, further solidified by its ranking of 231 in the 2020 revised edition.

4. Hard Promises (1981)

Tracks

1. The Waiting
2. A Woman in Love (It’s Not Me)
3. Nightwatchman
4. Something Big
5. Kings Road
6. Letting You Go
7. A Thing About You
8. Insider
9. The Criminal Kind
10. You Can Still Change Your Mind

Released on May 5, 1981, ‘Hard Promises’ stands as the fourth studio album by the iconic ensemble, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. This musical creation found its home under the banner of Backstreet Records. With Tom Petty’s distinct vocals and the band’s signature sound, the album delivered a blend of rock and heartfelt lyrics. From the resonating success of its predecessor, ‘Damn the Torpedoes,’ ‘Hard Promises’ continued to solidify the band’s stature in the music scene. With a release that captured the essence of the era, the album remains a pivotal chapter in Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers’ discography.

5. Long After Dark (1982)

Tracks

1. A One Story Town
2. You Got Lucky
3. Deliver Me
4. Change of Heart
5. Finding Out
6. We Stand a Chance
7. Straight into Darkness
8. The Same Old You
9. Between Two Worlds
10. A Wasted Life

Released on November 2, 1982, ‘Long After Dark’ stands as the fifth studio album by the iconic American rock band Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, marking a pivotal juncture in their musical evolution. The album introduced bassist and harmony vocalist Howie Epstein, whose presence greatly influenced the band’s sonic identity. Notable for its MTV hit ‘You Got Lucky’, the album yielded two more singles, ‘Change of Heart’ and ‘Straight into Darkness’, both charting on Billboard’s top 40. The album’s impact resounded further with posthumous releases – ‘Keep a Little Soul’ (2018) and ‘Keeping Me Alive’ (1995/2018) – reinforcing Tom Petty’s enduring musical legacy.

6. Southern Accents (1985)

Tracks

1. Walls (Circus)
2. Grew Up Fast
3. Zero from Outer Space
4. Climb That Hill
5. Change the Locks
6. Angel Dream (No. 4)
7. Hope You Never
8. Asshole
9. Supernatural Radio
10. California
11. Hope on Board
12. Walls (No. 3)
13. Angel Dream (No. 2)
14. Hung Up and Overdue
15. Airport

Released on March 26, 1985, through MCA Records, “Southern Accents” stands as the sixth studio album by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. The album features the notable lead single “Don’t Come Around Here No More,” a collaboration with Dave Stewart of Eurythmics, which climbed to number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Notably, the album’s title track, “Southern Accents,” received renewed life when it was covered by Johnny Cash for his 1996 album “Unchained.” This release showcased Petty’s creative prowess and collaboration with fellow artists, leaving an indelible mark on the musical landscape.

7. Let Me Up (I’ve Had Enough) (1987)

Tracks

1. Jammin’ Me
2. Runaway Trains
3. The Damage You’ve Done
4. It’ll All Work Out
5. My Life/Your World
6. Think About Me
7. All Mixed Up
8. A Self-Made Man
9. Ain’t Love Strange
10. How Many More Days
11. Let Me Up (I’ve Had Enough)

“Let Me Up (I’ve Had Enough),” the seventh studio album by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, emerged on April 27, 1987, marked by a creative collaboration between Tom Petty and lead guitarist Mike Campbell, yielding the most co-written songs on any Petty album. Notably, the departure of former bassist Ron Blair saw the album as the first without his contributions. Departing from heavy studio production, the Heartbreakers aimed for a live sound, influenced by their time touring with Bob Dylan. Despite the success of the single “Jammin’ Me,” the album was conspicuously absent from Petty’s 1993 Greatest Hits, later making its mark in “Anthology: Through the Years.”

8. Into the Great Wide Open (1991)

Tracks

1. Learning to Fly
2. Kings Highway
3. Into the Great Wide Open
4. Two Gunslingers
5. The Dark of the Sun
6. All or Nothin
7. All the Wrong Reasons
8. Too Good to Be True
9. Out in the Cold
10. You and I Will Meet Again
11. Makin’ Some Noise
12. Built to Last

Released in July 1991, ‘Into the Great Wide Open’ is the eighth studio album by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. This marked their final collaboration with MCA Records and the second album produced alongside Jeff Lynne after the triumph of ‘Full Moon Fever’. The lead single, ‘Learning to Fly’, soared as their lengthiest No. 1 hit on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, reigning for six weeks. The subsequent single, ‘Out in the Cold’, also secured the No. 1 spot on the same chart for two weeks. The album’s title track boasted a music video featuring Johnny Depp, alongside stars like Gabrielle Anwar and Faye Dunaway.

9. Songs and Music from “She’s the One” (1996)

Tracks

1. Walls (Circus)
2. Grew Up Fast
3. Zero from Outer Space
4. Climb That Hill
5. Change the Locks
6. Angel Dream (No. 4)
7. Hope You Never
8. Asshole
9. Supernatural Radio
10. California
11. Hope on Board
12. Walls (No. 3)
13. Angel Dream (No. 2)
14. Hung Up and Overdue
15. Airport

Songs and Music from the Motion Picture ‘She’s the One,’ the ninth studio album by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, resonates with cinematic charm. Released in August 1996, it accompanied the film of the same name, directed by Edward Burns. Scaling the Billboard 200 albums chart at 15 and earning RIAA gold certification, the album showcased hits like ‘Walls (Circus)’ at 69 on Billboard Hot 100, and ‘Climb That Hill’ and ‘Change the Locks’ both reaching number 6 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart. Notably, it marked a transitional phase, incorporating Wildflowers’ tracks, and stands as the sole Heartbreakers album sans an official drummer.

10. Echo (1999)

Tracks

1. Room at the Top
2. Counting on You
3. Free Girl Now
4. Lonesome Sundown
5. Swingin
6. Accused of Love
7. Echo
8. Won’t Last Long
9. Billy the Kid
10. I Don’t Wanna Fight
11. This One’s for Me
12. No More
13. About to Give Out
14. Rhino Skin
15. One More Day, One More Night

Echo, the tenth studio album by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, emerged in April 1999 as a resonant addition to their discography. Peaking at number 10 on the Billboard 200, the album garnered attention through hit singles including “Free Girl Now,” “Swingin’,” and “Room at the Top.” These tracks secured positions on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Tracks chart in 1999. Notably, Echo marked the final collaboration with producer Rick Rubin and featured contributions from bassist/vocalist Howie Epstein, tragically lost to a heroin overdose in 2003. Despite Epstein’s absence on the album cover due to a missed photo shoot, the release introduced longtime touring member Scott Thurston. The RIAA certified Echo Gold just three months post-release. Noteworthy for innovation, “Free Girl Now” was among the earliest MP3s offered as a free internet download by a major artist, albeit briefly due to industry concerns.

11. The Last DJ (2002)

Tracks

1. The Last DJ
2. Money Becomes King
3. Dreamville
4. Joe
5. When a Kid Goes Bad
6. Like a Diamond
7. Lost Children
8. Blue Sunday
9. You and Me
10. The Man Who Loves Women
11. Have Love, Will Travel
12. Can’t Stop the Sun

The Last DJ, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers’ 11th studio album, stands as a critical commentary on the music industry’s greed. Noteworthy tracks like “Money Becomes King,” “Joe,” and “Can’t Stop the Sun” underscore this theme. The album’s ‘limited edition’ digipack release features a DVD with production footage and music videos. Peaking at number 9 on the Billboard 200, the album’s success was buoyed by the hit single “The Last DJ,” which reached number 22 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart. With sales of 353,000 copies in the US by 2010, the album spotlighted the return of original bassist Ron Blair, supplanting Howie Epstein. The title track and “Dreamville” also appeared on the compilation The Best of Everything.

12. Mojo (2010)

Tracks

1. Jefferson Jericho Blues
2. First Flash of Freedom
3. Running Man’s Bible
4. The Trip to Pirate’s Cove
5. Candy
6. No Reason to Cry
7. I Should Have Known It
8. U.S. 41
9. Takin’ My Time
10. Let Yourself Go
11. Don’t Pull Me Over
12. Lover’s Touch
13. High in the Morning
14. Something Good Coming
15. Good Enough

Released on June 15, 2010, Mojo stands as the twelfth studio masterpiece by iconic American rock band Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. The album marked Petty’s long-awaited reunion with the Heartbreakers after an eight-year hiatus. Its impact was instant, debuting at an impressive No. 2 on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart, with 125,000 copies sold within its debut week. Notably, Mojo heralded the full return of bassist Ron Blair, marking the band’s first complete album with him since 1981’s Hard Promises. This record signifies a powerful resurgence and reconnection, blending classic artistry with a contemporary twist.

13. Hypnotic Eye (2014)

Tracks

1. American Dream Plan B
2. Fault Lines
3. Red River
4. Full Grown Boy
5. All You Can Carry
6. Power Drunk
7. Forgotten Man
8. Sins of My Youth
9. U Get Me High
10. Burnt Out Town
11. Shadow People
12. Playing Dumb

Hypnotic Eye, the thirteenth and final studio album by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, surfaced on July 28, 2014, in the UK, followed by a United States release on July 29, via Reprise Records. This remarkable record achieved an extraordinary feat, debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, marking the sole instance of a Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers album reigning over the chart. Its resounding impact earned a Grammy Award nomination for Best Rock Album in 2015. Tragically, this album marked the poignant conclusion of the Heartbreakers’ studio journey, coinciding with the band’s dissolution in 2017, triggered by Petty’s demise in October.

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Tom Petty and the Traveling Wilburys Albums in Order

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1. Traveling Wilburys Vol. 1 (1988)

Tracks

1. Handle with Care
2. Dirty World
3. Rattled
4. Last Night
5. Not Alone Any More
6. Congratulations
7. Heading for the Light
8. Margarita
9. Tweeter and the Monkey Man
10. End of the Line

Tom Petty played a crucial role in the success of The Traveling Wilburys Vol. 1, the 1988 debut album by the supergroup featuring George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison, and Jeff Lynne. Petty contributed vocals, songwriting, and guitar, embodying the alter ego “Charlie T. Wilbury Jr.” The album, born from a spontaneous jam session at Dylan’s home, became a surprise hit, reaching No. 3 on the U.S. charts and earning a Grammy for Best Rock Performance. Petty’s involvement not only strengthened his creative bond with Harrison and Lynne but also set the stage for his own landmark solo album, Full Moon Fever.

2. Traveling Wilburys Vol. 3 (1990)

Tracks

1. She’s My Baby
2. Inside Out
3. If You Belonged to Me
4. The Devil’s Been Busy
5. 7 Deadly Sins
6. Poor House
7. Where Were You Last Night?
8. Cool Dry Place
9. New Blue Moon
10. You Took My Breath Away
11. Wilbury Twist

Tom Petty played a crucial role in the creation of Traveling Wilburys Vol. 3, the second and final album by the supergroup Traveling Wilburys. Released on October 29, 1990, the album featured Petty alongside George Harrison, Bob Dylan, and Jeff Lynne following the passing of Roy Orbison. Adopting the pseudonym “Muddy Wilbury,” Petty contributed vocals, guitar, and songwriting. His distinct voice is prominent on tracks like “Cool Dry Place” and “You Took My Breath Away.” While the album had a lighter, more playful tone than its predecessor, it still showcased the band’s signature blend of rock, blues, and nostalgia, earning a platinum certification.

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Tom Petty Albums in Order (Solo)

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1. Full Moon Fever (1989)

Tracks

1. Free Fallin’
2. I Won’t Back Down
3. Love Is a Long Road
4. A Face in the Crowd
5. Runnin’ Down a Dream
6. Feel a Whole Lot Better
7. Yer So Bad
8. Depending on You
9. The Apartment Song
10. Alright for Now
11. A Mind with a Heart of Its Own
12. Zombie Zoo

Tom Petty’s Full Moon Fever, released on April 24, 1989, marked his debut solo album and became one of his most celebrated works. Though technically a solo project, it featured key contributions from the Heartbreakers’ Mike Campbell and Traveling Wilburys bandmates Jeff Lynne, George Harrison, and Roy Orbison. The album showcased a cleaner, glossier sound under Lynne’s production, blending Petty’s signature heartland rock with Beatlesque harmonies. Anchored by hits like “Free Fallin’” and “I Won’t Back Down,” it peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and earned 5× Platinum certification. In 2019, it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

2. Wildflowers (1994)

Tracks

1. Wildflowers
2. You Don’t Know How It Feels
3. Time to Move On
4. You Wreck Me
5. It’s Good to Be King
6. Only a Broken Heart
7. Honey Bee
8. Don’t Fade on Me
9. Hard on Me
10. Cabin Down Below
11. To Find a Friend
12. A Higher Place
13. House in the Woods
14. rawling Back to You
15. Wake Up Time

Tom Petty’s Wildflowers, released on November 1, 1994, marked a pivotal moment in his career as his second solo album and his first collaboration with producer Rick Rubin. Featuring deeply personal songwriting and a stripped-down rock sound, Wildflowers showcased Petty’s evolution as an artist. The album, featuring members of the Heartbreakers minus drummer Stan Lynch, included hits like “You Don’t Know How It Feels” and “It’s Good to Be King.” Originally intended as a double album, ten songs were cut but later released in 2020’s Wildflowers & All the Rest. Widely acclaimed, it remains one of Petty’s most beloved works.

3. Highway Companion (2006)

Tracks

1. Saving Grace
2. Square One
3. Flirting with Time
4. Down South
5. Jack
6. Turn This Car Around
7. Big Weekend
8. Night Driver
9. Damaged by Love
10. This Old Town
11. Ankle Deep
12. The Golden Rose

Tom Petty’s Highway Companion, released on July 25, 2006, was his third and final solo studio album, reaching No. 4 on the Billboard 200. Produced by Jeff Lynne, the album marked Petty’s only release under Rick Rubin’s American Recordings before Warner Bros. reassigned him to Reprise Records. The tracks “Saving Grace” and “Big Weekend” debuted digitally on July 4, 2006. A special edition, released in 2007, included two new tracks and demo versions. Critics praised its introspective songwriting and Lynne’s polished production. Though darker than previous works, it maintained Petty’s signature sound, securing its place as a fan favorite.

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Tom Petty and Mudcrutch Albums in Order

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1. Mudcrutch (2008)

Tracks

1. Shady Grove
2. Scare Easy
3. Orphan of the Storm
4. Six Days on the Road
5. Crystal River
6. Oh Maria
7. This Is a Good Street
8. The Wrong Thing to Do
9. Queen of the Go-Go Girls
10. June Apple
11. Lover of the Bayou
12. Topanga Cowgirl
13. Bootleg Flyer
14. House of Stone
15. Special Place
16. Scare Easy
17. The Wrong Thing to Do

Mudcrutch, released on April 29, 2008, marked the long-overdue studio debut of Tom Petty’s original band, reuniting over three decades after their initial disbandment. The album, recorded in just two weeks in August 2007, showcases a raw, organic blend of rock, country, and folk influences. Featuring Petty on bass and lead vocals, alongside Mike Campbell, Benmont Tench, Tom Leadon, and Randall Marsh, the album captures the band’s early energy with tracks like “Scare Easy” and the nine-minute epic “Crystal River.” Debuting at No. 8 on the Billboard 200, Mudcrutch became a testament to Petty’s enduring musical roots.

2. 2 (2016)

Tracks

1. Trailer
2. Dreams of Flying
3. Beautiful Blue
4. Beautiful World
5. I Forgive It All
6. The Other Side of the Mountain
7. Hope
8. Welcome to Hell
9. Save Your Water
10. Victim of Circumstance
11. Hungry No More

“Mudcrutch 2” is the second and final studio album by American rock band Mudcrutch, released on May 20, 2016. It marks the last recorded studio material by Tom Petty before his passing in 2017. The album debuted at No. 10 on the U.S. Billboard 200, selling approximately 33,000 copies in its first week. It was supported by a limited edition 7” vinyl single for Record Store Day and followed by the band’s first-ever American tour. Featuring standout tracks like “Trailer,” “I Forgive It All,” and “Hungry No More,” the album earned critical acclaim, ranking No. 29 on Rolling Stone’s 50 Best Albums of 2016.

Conclusion:

Tom Petty’s enduring legacy is encapsulated in his extensive and influential discography, spanning decades of rock history. From his early days with the Heartbreakers to his successful solo ventures and collaborations with the Traveling Wilburys, each album showcases his signature blend of heartfelt songwriting and classic rock energy. His catalog, as outlined in “Tom Petty Albums in Order,” includes iconic releases like Damn the Torpedoes, Full Moon Fever, and Wildflowers, cementing his status as one of rock’s greatest artists. His music continues to inspire generations, ensuring that his spirit and sound will never fade from rock and roll history.

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