The immortal Tom Petty reunited with old producing partner Jeff Lynne (who produced Petty's Full Moon Fever, the one with "Free Falling") to great affect. Highway Companion sounds like classic Petty, albeit, without a killer single to really bring the album to life.
That is not to say the songs aren't terrific. "Saving Grace" opens things nicely with a blues shuffle and an end of the world lyrical vibe, ""Flirting With Time" sounds like a Byrd's outtake and "Down South" is a great paean to small home towns.
Actually, Highway Companion does exactly what the title says, it's a great album to take on a road trip, filled with sing-along moments and wry observations about America.
Sounds like classic Tom Petty. Long may he drive.
4 stars
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