I saw Tom Petty and the Hearbreakers in 1978 (I think) at the Orpheum in Memphis. The Orpheum is a 1920's or 30's classic theatre, you know, with gold leaf and crystal chaneliers, etc. I estimate it only holds 3,000 or 4,000.
TO THIS DAY - I still maintain that was the best rock and roll concert I have EVER seen/heard. They can really rock. THAT'S why they are still touring - they are just that good.
And I won't back down! Ping
It's good to hear that they are so good in concert, I've wanted to go to one for a long time. I love "Running Down the Dream", it totally rocks. I'm not sure if I've ever heard any Petty that I don't like.