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Tom Petty's Manager Slams 1987 Misleading Commercial

9/25/2025

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Tom Petty's manager criticized a 1987 commercial for misrepresenting its authenticity.
Damn the Torpedoes (1979) was a breakthrough, featuring the hit 'Refugee'.
Let Me Up and Full Moon Fever include Jammin' Me and Free Fallin'.
Highway Companion (2006) drew mixed reviews, especially for 'Ankle Deep'.
He faced legal issues over a commercial using a song similar to 'Mary's New Car'.

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Story summary

Tom Petty's manager criticized a 1987 commercial for misrepresenting its authenticity.
Damn the Torpedoes (1979) was a breakthrough, featuring the hit 'Refugee'.
Let Me Up and Full Moon Fever include Jammin' Me and Free Fallin'.
Highway Companion (2006) drew mixed reviews, especially for 'Ankle Deep'.
He faced legal issues over a commercial using a song similar to 'Mary's New Car'.