Highway Companion
by Tom Petty
Released: July 25, 2006
Heartland rock
Why This Album Matters
This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Chart Success.
The Album
"Highway Companion" is the third and final solo studio album by American singer-songwriter Tom Petty, released on July 25, 2006. This album marked Petty's only release for American Recordings, as the label transitioned to Columbia Records distribution in 2007, while Warner Bros. Released through Rick Rubin's American Recordings label and Warner Bros.
Inside the Recording
The album debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 and was produced by Jeff Lynne, a former bandmate from the Traveling Wilburys, who also produced Petty's acclaimed first solo album, Full Moon Fever.
Interesting Facts
Records, Highway Companion featured tracks "Saving Grace" and…
Records, Highway Companion featured tracks "Saving Grace" and "Big Weekend," which were available on iTunes prior to the album's full release.
The iTunes version included additional content such as…
The iTunes version included additional content such as a live version of "Saving Grace," the music video, and an interactive booklet.
In interviews, Petty indicated that *Highway Companion* would…
In interviews, Petty indicated that *Highway Companion* would be his last solo album.
Essential Tracks
Saving Grace
Records, Highway Companion featured tracks "Saving Grace" and "Big Weekend," which were available on iTunes prior to the album's full release.
Big Weekend
Records, Highway Companion featured tracks "Saving Grace" and "Big Weekend," which were available on iTunes prior to the album's full release.
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Reception
The album debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 and was produced by Jeff Lynne, a former bandmate from the Traveling Wilburys, who also produced Petty's acclaimed first solo album, Full Moon Fever.
The Complete Album Story
"Highway Companion" is the third and final solo studio album by American singer-songwriter Tom Petty, released on July 25, 2006. The album debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 and was produced by Jeff Lynne, a former bandmate from the Traveling Wilburys, who also produced Petty's acclaimed first solo album, Full Moon Fever. Released through Rick Rubin's American Recordings label and Warner Bros. Records, Highway Companion featured tracks "Saving Grace" and "Big Weekend," which were available on iTunes prior to the album's full release.
This album marked Petty's only release for American Recordings, as the label transitioned to Columbia Records distribution in 2007, while Warner Bros. retained Petty's contract. The iTunes version included additional content such as a live version of "Saving Grace," the music video, and an interactive booklet. In interviews, Petty indicated that *Highway Companion* would be his last solo album.
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