Warren Zanes

Warren Zanes is a renowned author, musician, and educator, known for his engaging works on music history and culture. Born and raised in New Hampshire, Zanes gained recognition as a guitarist for the band The Del Fuegos before earning his Ph.D. in Visual and Cultural Studies from the University of Rochester. He is celebrated for his bestselling biography "Petty: The Biography," which delves into the life of Tom Petty with profound insight. A former Vice President of Education and Public Programs at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Zanes also teaches and lectures widely, bridging the gap between academia and popular music.