150 Songs he HAS to know! [Archive]

StreetAngel95

03-02-2010, 05:03 PM

Calling all Ledgies!

In my high school chorale, or choir, we got a new student teacher. He has come up with an idea to better get to know everybody. He created a poster, where we each must put down one song that he vows to listen to. Of course, i have decided to put a Fleetwood Mac song, but i'm just not sure which!:confused:

I have considered (and he's 21, so he either may have or not have heard their classics):

"Sisters of The Moon" - probably my all-time favorite, and everyone i play this for is completely enchanted by the Mirage live version!
"Rhiannon" - ROSEBUD!!!!
"The Chain" - a group effort, really shows why they are one of the best bands that ever played!
"Silver Springs" (Live version, of course!) - what emotion! Anybody would have instant respect for people who can sing those lyrics!

so, either pick from that list or give me your suggestions and thoughts! Can't wait to hear what you have to say!:blob1:

-Miranda

Sanne2

03-02-2010, 05:18 PM

I would pick Rhiannon.

ILoveFM

03-02-2010, 05:19 PM

I would pick Rhiannon.

I was going to say the same thing :nod:

tilthefirefades

03-02-2010, 05:26 PM

Out of your choices I would definitely pick The Chain, it's one of the only songs my friends can stand and they almost hate FM. To me, Rhiannon from Rosebud may frighten a newcomer, but given the circumstances, it may be a good option. Silver Springs is, as you said emotionally raw, and a masterpiece, my friends also like this one. Sisters Of The Moon may, like Rhiannon, give a different impression from the norm of FM's songs. However, if you were talking only Stevie, I would definitely go with SOTM :D

chiliD

03-02-2010, 05:26 PM

OH WELL :thumbsup:

StreetAngel95

03-02-2010, 05:28 PM

OH WELL :thumbsup:

you have no idea how long i pondered this choice.....if i pick it, it'll probably be from either the '75 concert or the Tusk tour..as for Rhiannon...i see your guys' point with Rosebud.....maybe the studio version will suffice?

tilthefirefades

03-02-2010, 05:30 PM

^Maybe The Dance version :shrug: the studio version is magnificent as well, and radio friendly (general population that can't handle her awesomeness :D)

StreetAngel95

03-02-2010, 05:32 PM

^Maybe The Dance version :shrug: the studio version is magnificent as well, and radio friendly (general population that can't handle her awesomeness :D)

ooooo yeah! Especially cause it has that gorgeous piano intro! :blob1:

ButterCookie

03-02-2010, 05:36 PM

I'd say Sisters of the Moon.

I would have said Rhiannon, but how can you be certain he'll listen to Rosebud?

fleetwoodtrick

03-02-2010, 06:23 PM

Rhiannon fer sure.

Peestie

03-02-2010, 07:02 PM

you have no idea how long i pondered this choice.....if i pick it, it'll probably be from either the '75 concert or the Tusk tour..as for Rhiannon...i see your guys' point with Rosebud.....maybe the studio version will suffice?

It's a pity there aren't any official recordings of the Unleashed Tour Oh Well because it is just miles ahead of any other version Lindsey's done of it.

Out of the songs you'd listed at the top I'd be most tempted to say The Chain, but since it's likely he might have heard it I'd maybe go for the studio SOTM as something he doesn't know and that is a bit different from the Fleetwood Mac he probably knows from the radio.

AliceLover

03-02-2010, 07:08 PM

Why Rhiannon? Everyone under the sun knows that song. They play it on the radio every stinkin day. I am 20 years old and I know the majority of my friends know that song. Pick something he won't know...SOTM!

StreetAngel95

03-02-2010, 07:09 PM

It's a pity there aren't any official recordings of the Unleashed Tour Oh Well because it is just miles ahead of any other version Lindsey's done of it.

Out of the songs you'd listed at the top I'd be most tempted to say The Chain, but since it's likely he might have heard it I'd maybe go for the studio SOTM as something he doesn't know and that is a bit different from the Fleetwood Mac he probably knows from the radio.

i know!!!!! I'm so upset! and if you think about it, they've professionally recorded every single tour! Why is this one any different?!?!?!?!

anyways, yes i am leaning towards SOTM:nod: and especially with "Rhiannon" recently on the Grammys, he probably knows it.

DefDumbandBlond

03-02-2010, 10:17 PM

Sisters Of The Moon gets my vote! :thumbsup:

The Chain

03-02-2010, 10:31 PM

louielouie2000

03-02-2010, 10:50 PM

I've found that while a lot of casual music listeners know who FM is, they have limited knowledge and/or have the completely wrong idea about the band, so I always play The Ledge for newbies, to knock those preconceptions on their asses:D

I played The Ledge recently for my boyfriend, and he couldn't believe it was FM either. He actually LOVED it... and he's rather indifferent to most Mac material. :thumbsup:

I definitely agree... I'd chose something for the teacher that is a bit less well known than the choices you provided. Something a bit on the avant garde side, even.

bluefox4000

03-02-2010, 10:51 PM

To a newbe I say here's Tusk. Learn it. Love it. Live it. :thumbsup: No seriously. I would start them off with The Chain and the dance version of Silver Springs.

Mick

StreetAngel95

03-02-2010, 10:57 PM

Wow guys, i'm lovin the input! This is such a hard decision to make!

gypsy4life

03-02-2010, 10:58 PM

Ok, everyone and their uncle knows Rhiannon (even though I hold undying love for it) so, I'd go with The Chain.

From a chorale perspective, you'll probably snag the teacher because of the absolutely amazing harmonies between Stevie, Chris, and Lindsey. The music is superb, arrangement impeccable, and the lyrics are simple, yet, very deep and mesmerizing. You may just win a new convert to Fleetwood Macdom!

StreetAngel95

03-02-2010, 10:59 PM

bluefox4000

03-02-2010, 11:15 PM

OH oh....and then scare them with a live version of it's not that funny:shocked:
Sorry couldin't resist. lol

Mick

mylittledemon

03-03-2010, 12:00 AM

"Sisters of The Moon" - probably my all-time favorite, and everyone i play this for is completely enchanted by the Mirage live version!
"Rhiannon" - ROSEBUD!!!!
"The Chain" - a group effort, really shows why they are one of the best bands that ever played!
"Silver Springs" (Live version, of course!) - what emotion! Anybody would have instant respect for people who can sing those lyrics!

Pick a song he most likely hasn't heard.

louielouie2000

03-03-2010, 12:11 AM

Pick a song he most likely hasn't heard.

Exactly. Pick something that would expand someone's mind about Fleetwood Mac. That they were more than just their radio hits. Or that they were more than just a pop band (perhaps something avant garde from Tusk or SYW). Or since it's a chorale teacher, pick a song that really showcases their lush vocals (for instance, Stevie and Lindsey's voices are extremely lush on Beautiful Child).

vivfox

03-03-2010, 12:51 AM

The Ledge or Brown Eyes.

MikeVielhaber

03-03-2010, 02:20 AM

Of those choice Sisters of the Moon is the only logical choice. The Chain is a big radio song as is Rhiannon. Those would be wasteful. Honestly since he's a dude I'd say pick a Lindsey song...he might identify with it more....and pick one that has some nice guitar work on it. I'm So Afraid from the Dance is a good option I think. It has that nice jam at the beginning and the long solo at the end and Lindsey's in fine vocal form throughout. Just a thought.

StreetAngel95

03-03-2010, 08:14 AM

Ok, so i've given some more thought...i definetly want to pick a TUSK song so he knows there's more to the Mac than just "Go Your Own Way", but i don't want to scare him away from listening to Fleetwood Mac again by choosing a really IN YOUR FACE song like "Not That Funny". So i may play it just a little safer by either picking "Think About Me", "I Know I'm Not Wrong", "Sisters of The Moon". I've also been recently listening to MIRAGE...and i've been thinking - what about "Book of Love"? I am in love with that song, and it does have a bit of Tusk influence.

Just some thoughts

jaycee

03-03-2010, 08:49 AM

The Ledge or Brown Eyes.

Brown Eyes is instrumental perfection! :nod: So many subtle, beautiful sounds! And Christine's singing (while not too deep and meaningful with the lyrics), along with the sha-la-las, only adds to it. Definitely Brown Eyes!
Or Silver Springs...
Or Albatross...
:lol:

bluefox4000

03-03-2010, 09:15 AM

Try Tango in the Night......But then again I have a bias toward that song. After 4 years that one's still in heavy rotation:nod:

Mick

seekerj

03-03-2010, 10:41 AM

I would go with 'Storms'.

GypsySorcerer

03-03-2010, 11:01 AM

I'd go with "Tusk" or "The Chain."

BigLee770

03-03-2010, 12:52 PM

I woulda said go with either Sisters of the Moon, Storms, or Silver Springs. - Can u guess i have a bias to ms.Nicks ?? lol -But seriously, cant really go wrong with these. Recently played the dance version of Silver Springs to a mate who just kinda associated the Mac with GYOW and Don't Stop. He Ended up cryin and saying that it was the most lyrically intense and emotionally raw song he'd heard in a long time and probably ever ...!!! Another Convert !!!

If you wanted to go different u could try Gold Dust Woman, possibly the version from the Dance - get to hear Stevies old style wail - plus at the unleashed concerts numerous ppl said to me that it has actually really stood the test of time quite well, (thou this may be due to the new guitar re-work lyndsey has done!!)

chiliD

03-03-2010, 01:44 PM

Pick something that would expand someone's mind about Fleetwood Mac.

Which is perfect justification for picking a song or songs by a lineup OTHER than the Rumours lineup.

Gailh

03-03-2010, 02:29 PM

I would say The Chain

Gail

MikeVielhaber

03-03-2010, 02:32 PM

Which is perfect justification for picking a song or songs by a lineup OTHER than the Rumours lineup.

But the Rumours lineup is more accessible and most likely to get his attention.....not that a different lineup wouldn't, but it's more likely with the Rumours lineup.

Are we even certain this guy is not a fan of the band?

Zombie

03-03-2010, 07:06 PM

If you go with Rhiannon, I would go with specifying the Midnight Special version over Rosebud, actually.

StreetAngel95

03-03-2010, 07:20 PM

chriskisn

03-03-2010, 07:42 PM

Ok guys, so i decided to go with "Sisters of the Moon". :sorry:Don't yell at me! Please! I just truly believe that lyrically and musically, it is just gorgeous! And it isn't one of the usually radio played songs.

thanks so much for the input!:nod:

Damn and I really wanted you to pick Jeremy's version of "Blue Suede Shoes" - your teacher would have either a) had you thrown out of class or b) never looked at you the same way twice. :lol:

StreetAngel95

03-03-2010, 09:23 PM

Damn and I really wanted you to pick Jeremy's version of "Blue Suede Shoes" - your teacher would have either a) had you thrown out of class or b) never looked at you the same way twice. :lol:

now THAT is legit funny!:lol:

mylittledemon

03-04-2010, 12:29 AM

Which is perfect justification for picking a song or songs by a lineup OTHER than the Rumours lineup.

Not really, no. ;)

jaycee

03-04-2010, 01:05 AM

Ok guys, so i decided to go with "Sisters of the Moon". :sorry:Don't yell at me! Please! I just truly believe that lyrically and musically, it is just gorgeous! And it isn't one of the usually radio played songs.

thanks so much for the input!:nod:

Who'd yell at you for that? It's an excellent song, always near the top of my ever-changing list of FM preferences.
Quick question - is it the album or single version you're going to play? The difference is a bit more profound than other album/single differences...
Once again, a great selection! :)

louielouie2000

03-04-2010, 01:05 AM

Which is perfect justification for picking a song or songs by a lineup OTHER than the Rumours lineup.

Touche! I'm a HUGE fan of Christine's pre '75 contributions... I almost think she lost some of her edge and personality with the advent of Buckingham Nicks. Something like "Why" would be a fantastic choice. So many others... "Prove Your Love" is a personal favorite.

StreetAngel95

03-04-2010, 08:35 AM

Who'd yell at you for that? It's an excellent song, always near the top of my ever-changing list of FM preferences.
Quick question - is it the album or single version you're going to play? The difference is a bit more profound than other album/single differences...
Once again, a great selection! :)

well, it's whatever my teacher can find...so i doubt he can find the single version on iTunes or YouTube. So this may mean he'll watch the Mirage Tour version (my fave), but you never know!:shrug:

bluefox4000

03-04-2010, 09:35 AM

Which is perfect justification for picking a song or songs by a lineup OTHER than the Rumours lineup.

Yes. I agree. Hell Bare trees In one of my fav albums in their cannon:)

Mick

StreetAngel95

03-04-2010, 03:50 PM

Yes. I agree. Hell Bare trees In one of my fav albums in their cannon:)

Mick

IMO, i think it has to do with your own personal taste- before Linds and Stevie it was blues...which usually isn't a universal sound-especially with the younger generation. When S and L joined the sound became more commercial-and more likely for more people to listen to.

bluefox4000

03-04-2010, 03:55 PM

Just curious have you checked out pre-rumors albums? Cause The pop sound actually Started with Bob Welch. If you have not do listen. Great stuff in there:nod: I'm just curious:D

Mick

nailatixela

03-04-2010, 03:57 PM

StreetAngel95

03-04-2010, 04:15 PM

I've got to ask you, have you even listened to Bare Trees? I guess it's "blues" whatever that means - don't make that a negative point. I don't consider myself a blues fan but I still think the pre-rumours records are great. Mystery To Me is the pre-rumours's Rumours.

:sorry:I didn't mean to make it a negative point at all! I think the pre-Rumours stuff is amazing! I just meant that the original lineup was supposed to be blues - and this kind of music would probably not go over well with today's music fans - my friends would be a perfect example of this as they won't listen to music if it doesn't have cursing or a dirty meaning or rap in it....ugh.

is that any clearer?

bluefox4000

03-04-2010, 04:24 PM

I know this is the wrong forum for this but oh well. I never got the praise heaped on Mystery to me. There's 3 song's on that album I skip. Don't get me wrong it's a great record. I much prefer the follow up. Heroes Are Hard to find:D Just my opinion.

Mick

StreetAngel95

03-04-2010, 04:25 PM

^^ definetly agreed! HAHTF is fantastic!

bluefox4000

03-04-2010, 04:28 PM

right on. I'm addicted to silver Heels at the moment:)

Mick

StreetAngel95

03-04-2010, 04:32 PM

right on. I'm addicted to silver Heels at the moment:)

Mick

oooo what a great song! :nod: Gonna listen to that after i get home from dance class!

chriskisn

03-04-2010, 07:20 PM

bluefox4000

03-04-2010, 07:26 PM

Really Penguin!!!? just kidding. Penguin i feel gets an unfair wrap. Plus it has the Derelict which kicks so much ass:thumbsup:

Mick

P.S.

In fact I prefer Penguin to Future Games. I listened to FG today.......God what a chore that is to get through.

TrueFaith77

03-07-2010, 08:38 AM

Go Your Own Way
or
Gypsy

Meowi

03-07-2010, 06:29 PM

I think you should do something he would know, I mean its not like everyone likes the Mac. I would do Dreams, GYOW or Rhiannon - their biggest hits.

Lindsfan

03-08-2010, 06:50 PM

The Chain. Great harmonies ( which he should appreciate ), and still really cool, even after all these years.

paleshadow

03-08-2010, 07:02 PM

Maybe I misunderstood, but from your original post you say his idea was to get to know the students better by you posting a song that he vows to learn. I think you should pick a song you identify the strongest with, regardless of whether it is a well known FM song, a more obscure one, or one you think HE will like. The idea is for him to get to know what the students are all about.