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Originally Posted by slipkid
While Mick Fleetwood was happy making money hand over fist with his new pop band in 1975, he missed the blues version, sorry.
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Why the slight dig to Mick Fleetwood, as to infer that he was disingenuous and just a money grabber? ( a common mindset among some ledgies) Your comment sounds slightly spiteful.
However, I do respect you for expressing your opinion.
When Bob Welch left, the band was in a very precarious position. Mick had no foresight as to how successful they were going to be when he hired Lindsey and Stevie; there was no guarantee. But thankfully he soldiered on, keeping the band alive despite the odds. The Blues era was long over. The band had to evolve to stay relevant in the current market, and fortunately, with Mick's instincts, he found the right people at the right time.
Regarding money --if you were in a position where you had opportunity to make a fortune, would you not take it? The artistry and integrity of the music was not comprised by (or for) their commercial success. Musicians aren't just in it for the money, but they have to make a living just like everyone else. It's cool that Mick has been able to revive and relive his blues roots in his adjunct band with Rick Vito, a great blues influenced guitarist.