Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers – Hard Promises (LP, Album, 1981, Backstreet Records BSR-5160)

Why This Record Matters
Hard Promises continued Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers’ early-1980s rise with a mix of sharp songwriting, radio-ready rock, and roots-driven performances. Featuring staples like “The Waiting” and the Stevie Nicks collaboration “Insider,” the album remains one of the most respected releases from Petty’s classic period.

Collector Note
1981 US pressing on Backstreet Records with original high gloss inner sleeve included. Early Tom Petty pressings continue to see strong collector demand, especially clean original copies from his peak MCA-era catalog.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG with a few visible surface lines from handling, very strong player copy overall
Sleeve: VG+ with light shelf and edge wear, includes original high gloss inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Label: Backstreet Records – BSR-5160
Country: US
Released: May 5, 1981
Genre: Rock
Style: Rock & Roll, Pop Rock

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist

Side A
A1 The Waiting 3:54
A2 A Woman In Love (It's Not Me) 4:21
A3 Nightwatchman 3:58
A4 Something Big 4:45
A5 Kings Road 3:21

Side B
B1 Letting You Go 3:22
B2 A Thing About You 3:32
B3 Insider 4:21
B4 The Criminal Kind 3:55
B5 You Can Still Change Your Mind 4:01

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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