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Petty Party is a Los Angeles tribute band celebrating the music of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers. Built around a clear respect for Petty’s songwriting, the band focuses on faithful renditions of the material, with attention to the sound, spirit, and attitude that made these songs endure. The lineup brings together established tribute players from across the Los Angeles scene. Devitt Feeley of Deja Vu - A Tribute to CSN&Y handles lead vocals, guitar, and harmonica. Roby Duron of Stevie Ray Visited is on lead guitar, Jim Wootten of Led Zepagain plays bass and sings background vocals, Todd Bolinger of Retro Tull covers keys, Rolo Sandoval of The Fab Four is on drums and harmonies, and Lisa McCormick of Gypsy Dreams adds vocals and percussion. The set centers on familiar Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers songs, including American Girl, Refugee, and Free Fallin’, delivered in a format that is easy for buyers and audiences to place right away. Petty Party is designed for fans who want a straight-ahead celebration of Tom Petty’s catalog, played by a dedicated tribute lineup from Los Angeles.
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