Keyboardist, songwriter, and founding member of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Benmont Tench has been a cornerstone of one of the most beloved and commercially successful rock bands of the last four and a half decades. Known for his signature organ and piano work, Benmont has played on countless classic tracks not just with Petty, but also as a session musician for artists like Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Bonnie Raitt, and the Rolling Stones. A classically trained pianist, he’s built a reputation over decades as one of the most respected musicians in rock and Americana. In addition to his extensive studio and live work, he’s also a solo artist, and he has a brand new record out now titled The Melancholy Season.

Keyboardist, songwriter, and founding member of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Benmont Tench has been a cornerstone of one of the most beloved and commercially successful rock bands of the last four and a half decades. Known for his signature organ and piano work, Benmont has played on countless classic tracks not just with Petty, but also as a session musician for artists like Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Bonnie Raitt, and the Rolling Stones. A classically trained pianist, he&rsquo;s built a reputation over decades as one of the most respected musicians in rock and Americana. In addition to his extensive studio and live work, he&rsquo;s also a solo artist, and he has a brand new record out now titled The Melancholy Season.

A show in which musicians and other creators talk about the songs that shaped who they are. Produced by Matt Byars and Lee Gardner.

A show in which musicians and other creators talk about the songs that shaped who they are. Produced by Matt Byars and Lee Gardner.

Essential Tremors

A show in which musicians and other creators talk about the songs that shaped who they are.

Our talk with Benmont Tench of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers

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