Book description
Tom Petty And Me is a new book by Jon Scott, Tom's friend for 40 years. Jon has been credited with "breaking" the career of this 'iconic' rock n roller. This book is an inside look of a former deejay, turned Promotion Man, who met Tom when he was about…
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1 author picked Tom Petty And Me as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This is a deeply personal story from a friend who witnessed firsthand Tom Petty’s journey from being nearly discarded by his record label to achieving legendary status, a testament to unwavering belief and sheer persistence.
Having known Jon for years as a dedicated community builder with an exceptional ability to bring people together, it came as no surprise to me that his account of discovering and championing Tom Petty's music to a massive American audience is such a compelling and well-told story.
Jon’s authenticity and trustworthiness shine through, and his narrative feels like a genuine recounting of a pivotal moment…
From Rob's list on The most raw memoirs of music and imperfection.
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