"Hypnotic Eye" is the thirteenth and final studio album by American rock band Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Released on July 29, 2014, by Reprise Records, the album was received well by critics and was a big commercial success. It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, becoming the only Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers album to ever top the chart.
The album explores a bluesy, swampy sound with deep grooves, marking a departure from the band's classic heartland rock style. Petty stated in interviews that a recurring theme on "Hypnotic Eye" is the American Dream and its erosion. The lyrical content delves into socio-economic issues, examining the hardship of ordinary people's lives.
Musical standout tracks include "American Dream Plan B," "Fault Lines," and "U Get Me High," with each track embodying the raw and telling lyricism for which Tom Petty is known. The album was nominated for the Best Rock Album at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards.
The band, led by Tom Petty, originated from Gainesville, Florida in 1976. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002, echoing their cult status and echoing their impact on the rock music industry.
