“Been all around the world, at least once or twice” barks Mike Campbell on the roaring “My Mama Told Me” from Mission of Mercy. It’s the fourth album with his post-Petty outfit, the Dirty Knobs. A continuation of the remarkably eventful career from a well-traveled guy who proudly stood by Tom Petty’s side for the better part of 50 years, Campbell was a trusted wingman who could have retired living off royalties from the many hits co-written with his world famous pal.
Campbell not only toured extensively last year, but penned ‘Heartbreaker,’ an expansive 450 page autobiography. He also recorded these dozen tracks with a recently minted backing band, now officially including another Petty alumnus, drummer Steve Ferrone.

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