Ron Blair

Bass Player for Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

Ron Blair - Bass Player for Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Born

September 16th, 1948
77 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Bass player contributed to rock music as a member of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Joined the band in 1976 and played on albums including 'Damn the Torpedoes' and 'Hard Promises.' Participated in numerous tours and recordings that shaped the sound of American rock music. Took a hiatus from the band in 1982 but returned in 2002, continuing to perform and record until 2017.

Played bass for Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

Contributed to albums like 'Damn the Torpedoes'

Returned to the band after a hiatus in 2002

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