Who would have bet on this horse? Their first album came out 38 years ago, amidst the salad days of what would be come to known as classic rock. He sang straight out of his nose. He looked like your uncle's unattractive sister. And he's outlasted nearly all competition, been name checked in modern country songs, influenced alt bands like Spoon, still sells out stadiums without resorting to the just the hits cos I'm in my own tribute band route, and has a much anticipated new record coming out in August.

So let's crown him king and give him today's song of the day.

Ladies and gentleman, give it up for Tom Petty.

CRANK IT.

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