Publisher's Synopsis
Step behind the keyboard with Benmont Tench, the legendary pianist and founding member of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers whose musical genius has shaped American rock for over four decades.
This intimate biography unveils the extraordinary journey of a musician's musician-from his privileged Southern upbringing to becoming the harmonic backbone of one of rock's most enduring bands. Through exclusive interviews with bandmates, collaborators, and Tench himself, readers will discover how his distinctive piano and organ work helped create the soundtrack for generations. Beyond the Heartbreakers, explore Tench's remarkable career as one of music's most sought-after session players, lending his signature sound to albums by Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, U2, and countless other iconic artists. This compelling narrative reveals the stories behind the sessions, tours, and creative partnerships that have defined popular music. Dive deep into Tench's personal journey through rock's golden era-the triumphs, tragedies, and everything in between. Witness his navigation through fame, his perspective on losing his longtime musical partner Tom Petty, and how he continues to innovate and inspire in an ever-changing musical landscape. Perfect for music aficionados, Heartbreakers fans, and anyone fascinated by the inner workings of rock royalty, this definitive biography celebrates a musical life lived in pursuit of the perfect note-and the humble genius who found it time and again.
