Countdown (Australia)- Molly Meldrum Interviews Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers- March 9, 1980

A segment from the long running Australian music TV series Countdown, which aired on the ABC from 1974-1987. This particular segment aired during the Countdown episode which originally aired on March 9, 1980, on the ABC. This clip features an interview of American singer Tom Petty and his band The Heartbreakers, featuring members Mike Campbell, Ron Blair, Stan Lynch, and Benmont Tench, conducted by Countdown Talent Co-Ordinator Molly Meldrum. The interview begins with a discussion about their formation. They also discuss how they record their songs, and how they put their concerts together. Also discussed are their expectations for their future music. Part of their song ‘Refugee’ plays in the background.