The 2008 summer tour follows on the heels of a remarkable few years in which Petty and the Heartbreakers have gone from strength to strength. The band’s sold-out 30th anniversary tour was the biggest of their career. The Peter Bogdanovich-directed documentary “Runnin’ Down A Dream,” a commercial and critical success for the band, established the Heartbreaker’s story as a striking embodiment of the American Dream. After the film premiered at the 2007 New York Film Festival, audiences worldwide saw the Heartbreakers’ story of triumph both in theaters and at home.

The summer tour promises to be a further affirmation that Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers are indeed one of the best live bands in the business. As in past years, the Heartbreakers will travel with a very special, handpicked support act. Previous tours have featured special guests including Jackson Browne, Pearl Jam, the Strokes, the Allman Brothers, Stevie Nicks, and others. This summer tour continues the tradition of great musical packages, with legend Steve Winwood opening every show.