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Originally Posted by SteveMacD
Let’s not wax too poetic about that era…
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Even with the sound/mic problems, out of tune singing, and tempo issues, this version of "Second Hand News" from the '82 US Festival contains more passion, anger, and energy than the bland karaoke performance that Fleetwood Mac gave on The Ellen Show. I'll take the 1982 Mac with rips, pops, cracks and all.
Unfortunately, the days of live music are OVER. Most 2018 touring band arena shows are nothing more than karaoke. With pre-recorded backup tracks, harmony vocals pre-recorded, and enough backing musicians for a Broadway show, today's live music scene is boring. The shows are so musically set in stone, that the set list can't even be changed.
I'm shelling out nearly $600 for two seats when you factor in convenience fees, parking, and beverages. For that price, we'll just fly to New York City or San Francisco for a mini-vacation. I'll catch some live music in a Greenwich Village bar with more energy.
2018 Fleetwood Mac--no thanks.