Damn the Torpedoes
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers · 1979
36 min · 9 tracks · Southern rock · heartland rock
A vibrant blend of rock and heartland influences, brimming with defiance and melodic hooks.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys immediate hooks and energy short, punchy tracks
- Context
- Released on October 19, 1979, 'Damn the Torpedoes' was Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' third studio album, coming at a pivotal moment following their commercial breakthrough with 'You're Gonna Get It.' This album solidified their status in rock music, showcasing Petty's distinctive songwriting and the band’s cohesive sound after a tumultuous few years marked by label disputes.
- If you like
- Southern rock, heartland rock
Damn the Torpedoes is an album by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, released in 1979. A vibrant blend of rock and heartland influences, brimming with defiance and melodic hooks. 'Damn the Torpedoes' debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 and featured the hit single 'Don't Do Me Like That,' which reached number 10 on the Hot 100. The album is often credited with helping to redefine heartland rock in the late '70s, earning critical acclaim for its energetic sound and lyrical depth. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Damn the Torpedoes sound like?
A vibrant blend of rock and heartland influences, brimming with defiance and melodic hooks. Rooted in Southern rock and heartland rock.
What makes Damn the Torpedoes by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers notable?
'Damn the Torpedoes' debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 and featured the hit single 'Don't Do Me Like That,' which reached number 10 on the Hot 100. The album is often credited with helping to redefine heartland rock in the late '70s, earning critical acclaim for its energetic sound and lyrical depth. Released on October 19, 1979, 'Damn the Torpedoes' was Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' third studio album, coming at a pivotal moment following their commercial breakthrough with 'You're Gonna Get It.' This album solidified their status in rock music, showcasing Petty's distinctive songwriting and the band’s cohesive sound after a tumultuous few years marked by label disputes.
Who is Damn the Torpedoes for?
Damn the Torpedoes works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, immediate hooks and energy and short, punchy tracks.
How many songs are on Damn the Torpedoes?
Damn the Torpedoes has 9 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Refugee Standout 3:22
- 2 Here Comes My Girl 4:29
- 3 Even the Losers Standout 4:01
- 4 Shadow of a Doubt (Complex Kid) 4:27
- 5 Century City 3:45
- 6 Don’t Do Me Like That 2:45
- 7 You Tell Me 4:36
- 8 What Are You Doin’ in My Life 3:27
- 9 Louisiana Rain 5:56
Release Date
October 19, 1979
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
36 min 51 sec
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