#15: Tom Petty

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers dazzled the crowd at Super Bowl XLII in Glendale, Arizona, showcasing their timeless allure. You might be confused about why such a solid performance hasn’t been placed further down the list. Well, we might blame that on the actual game itself.

Despite the crushing defeat for New England fans, Tom Petty’s halftime Super Bowl XLII show featuring ‘American Girl’ was a resounding success. It was a performance that understood the moment, though it couldn’t lift the soul-crushing atmosphere for Pats supporters.