It has been confirmed today that American rock musician Tom Petty has passed away at the age of 66.
Longtime manager of Petty and his band The Heartbreakers confirmed the news as follows:
Since 1970, Petty played an Americana influenced rock style. He was involved in various bands including the renowned Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, Traveling Wilburys and Mudcrutch. He released a plethora of records with these bands, as well as three solo albums. Our thoughts are with his friends and family.