On This Day: May 5, 1981 - Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Release Hard Promises

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On This Day: May 5, 1981 - Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Release Hard Promises.

On May 5, 1981, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers released their fourth studio album Hard Promises. Known for its blend of rock and heartfelt storytelling, the album featured standout tracks like The Waiting and A Woman in Love and continued to build on the band's growing success.

Hard Promises reached number five on the US Billboard charts and hit number one in New Zealand. The album also drew attention for a pricing dispute between Tom Petty and his record label, as he famously stood up...
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