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# Heartbreaker: A Memoir

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Review: Thanks MIke! - This has got to be one of the best books about struggle, friendship, life in a band, success and gratitude that I have ever read. As a big fan of the Heartbreakers, I had some clue about the story of the band and I have always loved Mike Campbell's guitar playing. This book helped fill in some great details. The stories behind the songs are very cool. To me, they were the CLASSIC classic rock band. This story is told in plain spoken fashion with such candor, emotion and love that I it brought me to tears more than once. The story is told, warts and all, but always in a strait forward manner, no hidden agendas, no sordid details, just a great telling of an inspirational life story. Go Knobs!
Review: A Deeply Moving and Inspirational Journey - I just finished Heartbreaker a few minutes ago, and I was so moved that I had to share my thoughts. As a notoriously slow reader, I can say that Mike Campbell's Heartbreaker, A Memoir was difficult to put down. From the sample pages on desertcart, I was immediately captivated, and once it arrived, I dove right in (right after finishing Neal Young's 700+ page biography, "Shakey"). Mike's story is the quintessential tale of relentlessly pursuing a dream with passion and determination, despite facing countless hurdles along the way. His honesty in recalling his struggles, whether as a guitarist, husband, or friend, is both endearing and humbling for such a talented musician. What makes this memoir so special is not only Mike’s unparalleled musical journey with Mudcrutch and the Heartbreakers, but his raw honesty about the trials, heartbreaks, and triumphs of his decades-long career. It’s a beautiful testament to the power of music to heal and inspire—not just for the artist, but for the entire world. I believe Tom Petty's family, bandmates, friends, and fans are still grieving his sudden loss and may never fully come to terms with it. But at least we have his music in his absence and thank all our lucky stars that we do! Mike takes us through the highs and lows, providing an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at the making of some of the most iconic music of our time. I recommend listening to the albums he discusses in the book to remind yourself of the magic you felt the first time you heard Damn the Torpedoes or any of the other Heartbreaker, Traveling Wilburys or Tom Petty solo albums. I knew it was coming. Every fan knows how the story goes. I almost dreaded reading where Marcie, Mike's wife, receives the call in the middle of the night. "It's Tom," she says as they rush to the hospital. The goodbye that follows is heart-wrenching, but Mike handles it with such grace. The bond they shared—not just as bandmates but as brothers—comes through so powerfully. Mike's resilience shines through in his journey after Tom’s passing. He found a new sense of purpose playing with Fleetwood Mac, even taking voice lessons from Stevie Nicks' vocal coach. Then, with his band Mike Campbell and the Dirty Knobs, he truly found his creative voice. Even after playing huge stadiums as a Heartbreaker, he was able turn around and open for other bands as a Dirty Knob and even liking the feeling of not being a headliner. The way he describes fine-tuning his band and creating something entirely his own while staying true to his roots is inspiring. It’s a reminder that even after great loss, there are new beginnings, new sounds, and new dreams. A special mention must go to Ari Surdoval, who collaborated with Mike on this memoir. Surdoval did an incredible job of capturing Mike's voice, making every page feel like it came directly from Mike himself. The authenticity and flow of the narrative are a testament to the work they put into publishing this wonderful book. It’s clear that Surdoval understood Mike’s story deeply, bringing it to life with the same heartfelt intensity that Mike conveys through his guitar playing and his music. For anyone who loves music and the real stories behind the legends, Heartbreaker is an essential read. Mike Campbell’s voice is as compelling on the page as it is in his music. His perseverance and triumphs remind us all of the power of chasing our dreams, no matter the obstacles. Highly recommended!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #9,987 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1 in Rock Music (Books) #5 in Rock Band Biographies #154 in Memoirs (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,578 Reviews |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thanks MIke!
*by A***R on July 20, 2025*

This has got to be one of the best books about struggle, friendship, life in a band, success and gratitude that I have ever read. As a big fan of the Heartbreakers, I had some clue about the story of the band and I have always loved Mike Campbell's guitar playing. This book helped fill in some great details. The stories behind the songs are very cool. To me, they were the CLASSIC classic rock band. This story is told in plain spoken fashion with such candor, emotion and love that I it brought me to tears more than once. The story is told, warts and all, but always in a strait forward manner, no hidden agendas, no sordid details, just a great telling of an inspirational life story. Go Knobs!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Deeply Moving and Inspirational Journey
*by K***. on July 20, 2025*

I just finished Heartbreaker a few minutes ago, and I was so moved that I had to share my thoughts. As a notoriously slow reader, I can say that Mike Campbell's Heartbreaker, A Memoir was difficult to put down. From the sample pages on Amazon, I was immediately captivated, and once it arrived, I dove right in (right after finishing Neal Young's 700+ page biography, "Shakey"). Mike's story is the quintessential tale of relentlessly pursuing a dream with passion and determination, despite facing countless hurdles along the way. His honesty in recalling his struggles, whether as a guitarist, husband, or friend, is both endearing and humbling for such a talented musician. What makes this memoir so special is not only Mike’s unparalleled musical journey with Mudcrutch and the Heartbreakers, but his raw honesty about the trials, heartbreaks, and triumphs of his decades-long career. It’s a beautiful testament to the power of music to heal and inspire—not just for the artist, but for the entire world. I believe Tom Petty's family, bandmates, friends, and fans are still grieving his sudden loss and may never fully come to terms with it. But at least we have his music in his absence and thank all our lucky stars that we do! Mike takes us through the highs and lows, providing an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at the making of some of the most iconic music of our time. I recommend listening to the albums he discusses in the book to remind yourself of the magic you felt the first time you heard Damn the Torpedoes or any of the other Heartbreaker, Traveling Wilburys or Tom Petty solo albums. I knew it was coming. Every fan knows how the story goes. I almost dreaded reading where Marcie, Mike's wife, receives the call in the middle of the night. "It's Tom," she says as they rush to the hospital. The goodbye that follows is heart-wrenching, but Mike handles it with such grace. The bond they shared—not just as bandmates but as brothers—comes through so powerfully. Mike's resilience shines through in his journey after Tom’s passing. He found a new sense of purpose playing with Fleetwood Mac, even taking voice lessons from Stevie Nicks' vocal coach. Then, with his band Mike Campbell and the Dirty Knobs, he truly found his creative voice. Even after playing huge stadiums as a Heartbreaker, he was able turn around and open for other bands as a Dirty Knob and even liking the feeling of not being a headliner. The way he describes fine-tuning his band and creating something entirely his own while staying true to his roots is inspiring. It’s a reminder that even after great loss, there are new beginnings, new sounds, and new dreams. A special mention must go to Ari Surdoval, who collaborated with Mike on this memoir. Surdoval did an incredible job of capturing Mike's voice, making every page feel like it came directly from Mike himself. The authenticity and flow of the narrative are a testament to the work they put into publishing this wonderful book. It’s clear that Surdoval understood Mike’s story deeply, bringing it to life with the same heartfelt intensity that Mike conveys through his guitar playing and his music. For anyone who loves music and the real stories behind the legends, Heartbreaker is an essential read. Mike Campbell’s voice is as compelling on the page as it is in his music. His perseverance and triumphs remind us all of the power of chasing our dreams, no matter the obstacles. Highly recommended!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Oh, this is a GOOD one!
*by R***N on May 6, 2025*

Mike is quite a special person. His story ropes you in and keeps you there and all the while, he is not consciously doing that. Yes, Tom Petty; I get it but this is a book written by one of the Heartbreakers. What an amazing band. This is what I was digging for, not so much about Tom. Stan, Mike and Benmont; MONSTER musicians. I'm a guitarist and bassist and this band, The Heartbreakers is about as good as there ever was. Mike's story is definitely not your typical Rock Star Memoir; hey Michael, that's a catchy title. No, this one is unique. He brings you along when he is working with Dylan, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne and so many others. I know how much Mike is attached to Tom and I would never think otherwise but this man was a magnet. Mike's songs just reel you in until you're flopping around. Listening to those songs; I can understand what Dylan saw in Mike. Mike Campbell always plays to the song. In a band, frequencies are so critical. You have Sub-Low, Low, Low-Mid, Mid and Highs. Each instrument and the vocals occupy a part of that spread and if they clash, it's ugly. Mike understands that and that is why the Petty records were always the best, sonically. He didn't know that he was the Musical Director, but all along, Mike knew these things and had a way of distributing head space. Mike is the kind of guy that you could have a beer with and talk about the pH balance of a swimming pool. I've always loved his tone. I can't begin to number all of his work while I was in cover bands. Mike is Tasteful. That's it, Tasteful. He can be soft and then be aggressive. I know he likes his FX but when he plays organic, it is an amazing sound. He's not a gear nut but he knows what sounds good. Mike gives the reader some access to his private life. Just enough to get the idea but not over the top. Mike has a way of sharing his success with the rest of us without anybody trying to do that. This is a fun book to read like the part about Dylan's dog and then Mike's 150lb Newfie jumping into Dylan's Cadillac and shaking or drool and pool water. Well written and very hard to put down. You get enough Petty (God rest his Soul) and you get a ton of Heartbreakers. To me, they were always a Band, not Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers. I understand why it had to be that way but look at that lineup.

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