Fleetwood Mac has gone through so many incarnations, it’s hard to believe they are still around. The name derives from the rhythm section of Mick Fleetwood (drums) and John McVie (bass). They began in the 1960s as a blues act led by Peter Green. Bob Welch (not the pitcher) led the band in the early 70s as they transitioned from blues to pop. Then, Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham joined. The duo propelled Mac to super stardom. However, the band experienced inner turmoil as two couples made up the group. Lindsey and Stevie were breaking up and Christie and John McVie were divorcing during their peak years.
After the “Rumours” album, they went experimental with “Tusk.” They continued to be popular throughout the 80s and then Buckingham left. They toyed around with different lineups before he returned in the late 90s. The band is currently working on a new album.
Rock n Roll Moment: The “Rumours” album was based on the real life trials and tribulations of two couples (and band mates) breaking up.
Essential Mac:
Fleetwood Mac (1975)
Rumours (1977)
Tusk (1979)
Tango in the Night (1987)
The Dance (1997)
Fleetwood Mac’s Top 10:
Oh Well
Rhiannon
Landslide
Monday Morning
Dreams
Don’t Stop
Go Your Own Way
The Chain
Gold Dust Woman
Tusk
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