Fleetwood Mac (Deluxe Edition) Box set

[stevierocks87]

Coming in January!

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fleetwood-Mac-Deluxe/dp/B0779DX6WX/ref=sr_1_4?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1510839638&sr=1-4&keywords=fleetwood+mac&refinements=p_n_feature_five_browse-bin%3A382534011

This title will be released on January 19, 2018.

Track Listings
Disc: 1
1. Monday Morning (Remastered)
2. Warm Ways (Remastered)
3. Blue Letter (Remastered)
4. Rhiannon (Remastered)
5. Over My Head (Remastered)
6. Crystal (Remastered)
7. Say You Love Me (Remastered)
8. Landslide (Remastered)
9. World Turning (Remastered)
10. Sugar Daddy (Remastered)
11. I'm So Afraid (Remastered)
12. Over My Head (Single Version) [Remastered]
13. Rhiannon (Will You Ever Win) [Single Version] [Remastered]
14. Say You Love Me (Single Version) [Remastered]
15. Blue Letter (Single Version)

Disc: 2
1. Monday Morning (Early Take)
2. Warm Ways (Early Take)
3. Blue Letter (Early Take)
4. Rhiannon (Early Take)
5. Over My Head (Early Take)
6. Crystal (Early Version)
7. Say You Love Me (Early Version)
8. Landslide (Early Version)
9. World Turning (Early Version)
10. Sugar Daddy (Early Take)
11. I'm So Afraid (Early Version)
12. Over My Head (Live from The Burbank Studios, Burbank, CA, 1/26/76)
13. Rhiannon (Live from The Burbank Studios, Burbank, CA, 1/26/76)
14. Why (Live from The Burbank Studios, Burbank, CA, 1/26/76)
15. World Turning (Live from The Burbank Studios, Burbank, CA, 1/26/76)
16. Jam #2 (Remastered)
17. I'm So Afraid (Early Take Instrumental)

Disc: 3
1. Get Like You Used To Be (Live at Capitol Theatre, Passaic, NJ, 10/17/75)
2. Station Man (Live at Jorgensen Auditorium, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, 10/25/75)
3. Spare Me A Little (Live at Jorgensen Auditorium, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, 10/25/75)
4. Rhiannon (Live at Jorgensen Auditorium, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, 10/25/75)
5. Why (Live at Jorgensen Auditorium, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, 10/25/75)
6. Landslide (Live at Jorgensen Auditorium, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, 10/25/75)
7. Over My Head (Live at Campus Stadium, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA 5/2/76)
8. I'm So Afraid (Live at Capitol Theatre, Passaic, NJ, 10/17/75)
9. Oh Well (Live at Capitol Theatre, Passaic, NJ, 10/17/75)
10. The Green Manalishi (With The Two Pronged Crown) [Live at Capitol Theatre, Passaic, NJ, 10/17/75]
11. World Turning (Live at Capitol Theatre, Passaic, NJ, 10/17/75)
12. Blue Letter (Live at Capitol Theatre, Passaic, NJ, 10/17/75)
13. Don't Let Me Down Again (Live at Jorgensen Auditorium, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, 10/25/75)
14. Hypnotized (Live at Jorgensen Auditorium, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, 10/25/75)

Disc: 4
1. Monday Morning (5.1 Surround Mix)
2. Monday Morning (5.1 Surround Mix)
3. Monday Morning (5.1 Surround Mix)
4. Rhiannon (5.1 Surround Mix)
5. Over My Head (5.1 Surround Mix)
6. Crystal (5.1 Surround Mix)
7. Say You Love Me (5.1 Surround Mix)
8. Landslide (5.1 Surround Mix)
9. World Turning (5.1 Surround Mix)
10. Sugar Daddy (5.1 Surround Mix)
11. I'm So Afraid (5.1 Surround Mix)
12. Monday Morning (24/96 Stereo Audio)
13. Warm Ways (24/96 Stereo Audio)
14. Blue Letter (24/96 Stereo Audio)
15. Rhiannon (24/96 Stereo Audio)
16. Over My Head (24/96 Stereo Audio)
17. Crystal (24/96 Stereo Audio)
18. Say You Love Me (24/96 Stereo Audio)
19. Landslide (24/96 Stereo Audio)
20. World Turning (24/96 Stereo Audio)
21. Sugar Daddy (24/96 Stereo Audio)
22. I'm So Afraid (24/96 Stereo Audio)
23. Over My Head (Single Version)
24. Rhiannon (Will You Ever Win) [Single Version]
25. Say You Love Me (Single Version)
26. Blue Letter (Single Version)

Disc: 5
1. Monday Morning (Remastered)
2. Warm Ways (Remastered)
3. Blue Letter (Remastered)
4. Rhiannon (Remastered)
5. Over My Head (Remastered)
6. Crystal (Remastered)

Disc: 6
1. Say You Love Me (Remastered)
2. Landslide (Remastered)
3. World Turning (Remastered)
4. Sugar Daddy (Remastered)
5. I'm So Afraid (Remastered)

[SisterNightroad]

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[Richard B]

Sweeeeeeeeeeet!

[stevierocks87]

I find it interesting that all these early versions have been unearthed but there didn't seem to be any for the first go-round of reissues. Very excited about those and high quality versions of those great early shows.

Once again, disappointed in no live DVD. They had BETTER be putting together a massive Blu-Ray set!

[jbrownsjr]

Wow! Wow!! wow!!!

I love this...

The White Album.. Released for the third and MAYBE final time!!! lol

[HomerMcvie]

I get sick of buying (some of) the same thing(s), over and over.

So disc one, is that what I bought in 03/04? They're just selling it to me again?

I can't believe they included the pre B/N songs on the live disc. I'm happy about that.

Anyone seen a price? This material isn't Rumours, so if it's a $100, I doubt it will move many units.

[Villavic]

What's the difference between the remastered Disc 1 songs, with the Disc 5+6 songs?? :confused:

[paleshadow]

I find it interesting that all these early versions have been unearthed but there didn't seem to be any for the first go-round of reissues. Very excited about those and high quality versions of those great early shows.

Once again, disappointed in no live DVD. They had BETTER be putting together a massive Blu-Ray set!


I don't really believe they are "early" versions, but are being reworked and passed off as such. I guess if they called them "remixed" or "reworked" maybe they wouldn't be as appealing? I thought the same thing about the early versions on Mirage, especially "Gypsy".

[stevierocks87]

What's the difference between the remastered Disc 1 songs, with the Disc 5+6 songs?? :confused:

I believe that's the vinyl.

[jbrownsjr]

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lol.. this was funny

[Macfan4life]

I used to have the 1975 show on cassette tape. Nice to have such a professional CD of it. I am dying to hear the "Why" recorded in the Burbank studios. That sounds like worth the price alone.

[lennonfan]

in surround!! This is gonna be MEGA!!!

[jbrownsjr]

I used to have the 1975 show on cassette tape. Nice to have such a professional CD of it. I am dying to hear the "Why" recorded in the Burbank studios. That sounds like worth the price alone.

I know!!!!

[Wdm6789]

Two live versions of Why! Yes! Live Spare Me a Little of Your Love, Hypnotized, and Station Man. The only thing it’s missing is live Say You Love Me and live Frozen Love and Crying in The Night.

[SisterNightroad]

lol.. this was funny
Leo is never out of place.

[jbrownsjr]

Two live versions of Why! Yes! Live Spare Me a Little of Your Love, Hypnotized, and Station Man. The only thing it’s missing is live Say You Love Me and live Frozen Love and Crying in The Night.

Would love it if they put some old B/N stuff on there.

[aleuzzi]

Well, like Homer, I'm not thrilled about re-purchasing a lot of the same old again. But if the live set and the early versions of the songs prove interesting enough, I might. Need to know the cost of the entire box set.

[jbrownsjr]

Well, like Homer, I'm not thrilled about re-purchasing a lot of the same old again. But if the live set and the early versions of the songs prove interesting enough, I might. Need to know the cost of the entire box set.

The Third And Final Release!! :xoxo: (maybe)

[Lola]

Fleetwood Mac Unearth Rarities for 1975 Self-Titled LP Reissue
New set will feature alternate version of full album comprised of unreleased outtakes, live tracks

Fleetwood Mac have unearthed a slew of rarities and unreleased tracks for a new reissue of their 1975 self-titled album. Fin Costello/Getty Images
By Jon Blistein
5 hours ago
Fleetwood Mac will include a slew of previously unreleased studio and live recordings on a new reissue of their 1975 self-titled album, out January 19th.

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The new set will be available in several formats, including a deluxe edition featuring three CDs, a DVD and a vinyl LP. An expanded two-CD set will also be available, as will a single disc featuring a remastered version of the original album. The remastered audio will also be available digitally and on streaming services.

Released in 1975, Fleetwood Mac marked the Fleetwood Mac's tenth studio album, but only their first with Lindsey Buckingham on guitar and Stevie Nicks on vocals. The record topped the Billboard album chart and produced several classics including "Rhiannon" and "Landslide."

The forthcoming deluxe and expanded editions of Fleetwood Mac will notably feature a complete alternate version of the album made up entirely of previously unreleased outtakes and live recordings. The live songs were recorded during concerts in 1976, and the deluxe edition will include 14 additional unreleased live tracks.

The deluxe and expanded sets will also include the remastered album, as well as single mixes for "Over My Head," "Rhiannon," "Say You Love Me" and a previously unreleased version of "Blue Letter." Meanwhile, the deluxe edition will come include the original album pressed on 180-gram vinyl, plus a DVD featuring 5.1 surround sound and high-resolution 24/96 stereo audio mixes of the record.

Fleetwood Mac's Fleetwood Mac Deluxe Edition Track List

Disc One – Original Album Remastered and Singles
1. "Monday Morning"
2. "Warm Ways"
3. "Blue Letter"
4. "Rhiannon"
5. "Over My Head"
6. "Crystal"
7. "Say You Love Me"
8. "Landslide"
9. "World Turning"
10. "Sugar Daddy"
11. "I'm So Afraid"
12. "Over My Head" – Single Version
13. "Rhiannon" – Single Version
14. "Say You Love Me" – Single Version
15. "Blue Letter" – Single Version

Disc Two – Alternates and Live
1. "Monday Morning" – Early Take
2. "Warm Ways" – Early Take
3. "Blue Letter" – Early Take
4. "Rhiannon" – Early Take
5. "Over My Head" – Early Take
6. "Crystal" – Early Take
7. "Say You Love Me" – Early Version
8. "Landslide" – Early Version
9. "World Turning" – Early Version
10. "Sugar Daddy" – Early Take
11. "I'm So Afraid" – Early Version
12. "Over My Head" – Live
13. "Rhiannon" – Live
14. "Why" – Live
15. "World Turning" – Live
16. Jam #2
17. "I'm So Afraid" – Early Take Instrumental

Disc Three – Live
1. "Get Like You Used To Be"
2. "Station Man"
3. "Spare Me A Little"
4. "Rhiannon"
5. "Why"
6. "Landslide"
7. "Over My Head"
8. "I'm So Afraid"
9. "Oh Well"
10. "The Green Manalishi (With The Two Pronged Crown)"
11. "World Turning"
12. "Blue Letter"
13. "Don't Let Me Down Again"
14. "Hypnotized"

[HomerMcvie]

Well, like Homer, I'm not thrilled about re-purchasing a lot of the same old again. But if the live set and the early versions of the songs prove interesting enough, I might. Need to know the cost of the entire box set.

I converted the British price, and I think it was $58 U.S.

[Macfan4life]

Another great perk is we get the single versions of the 3 singles. Lindsey's added guitar licks just add so much to these songs. You never hear these versions on the radio anymore because every station loads the songs from the CD. These added guitar licks really show the master production of Lindsey Buckingham.

Ok now I need help to diagnose myself. I used to love hearing Lindsey sing hypnotized and the 1975 version of Station Man. Now I just cringe. I miss Bob Welch so much that I don't want to hear anyone else sing hypnotized.

[HomerMcvie]

Another great perk is we get the single versions of the 3 singles. Lindsey's added guitar licks just add so much to these songs. You never hear these versions on the radio anymore because every station loads the songs from the CD. These added guitar licks really show the master production of Lindsey Buckingham.

Ok now I need help to diagnose myself. I used to love hearing Lindsey sing hypnotized and the 1975 version of Station Man. Now I just cringe. I miss Bob Welch so much that I don't want to hear anyone else sing hypnotized.
Those were on the set they sold us in 2003. :mad: Now we have to buy them again, to get the other stuff.:mad:

Agreed. Bob really got the shaft, historically speaking, from the band.

[Nathan]

Another great perk is we get the single versions of the 3 singles. Lindsey's added guitar licks just add so much to these songs. You never hear these versions on the radio anymore because every station loads the songs from the CD. These added guitar licks really show the master production of Lindsey Buckingham.

Ok now I need help to diagnose myself. I used to love hearing Lindsey sing hypnotized and the 1975 version of Station Man. Now I just cringe. I miss Bob Welch so much that I don't want to hear anyone else sing hypnotized.

Thanks. The promise of some extra guitar work on the single versions is exciting.

Otherwise, I’m not stoked for this, to be honest...

Although I am looking forward to Why, alternate Blue Letter, Jam #2, and I’m So Afraid instrumental.

[BaronVonBielski]

So awesome. Already preordered mine on Amazon. I cannot wait to hear the 5.1 surround not to mention the live CD remastered. Great news.

[BLY]

So awesome. Already preordered mine on Amazon. I cannot wait to hear the 5.1 surround not to mention the live CD remastered. Great news.


Me too. I'm looking forward to this I'm sure there will be some gems with the early take cd also.

[TheWildHeart67]

I'm curious as to why they chose to release this AFTER the re-issues of "Tusk," "Mirage," .."and "Tango?" Not to mention the numerous deluxe re-issues of "Rumours."

[jbrownsjr]

I'm really interested in an early take of World Turning...

Anyone else?

[FuzzyPlum]

I'm curious as to why they chose to release this AFTER the re-issues of "Tusk," "Mirage," .."and "Tango?" Not to mention the numerous deluxe re-issues of "Rumours."

I'd guess there was never a long term plan. After Rumours the next most celebrated album is Tusk and that obviously had a lot of material ripe for release. After that 'deluxe' did well enough they obviously thought Mirage would be a logical next step rather than hopping back 2 albums.

[vivfox]

I'm baffled as to why this is being released in January? Like you'd think they'd want to cash in on Christmas sales. Was bummed when I read the live tracks are recorded in the exact 2 places of 2 bootleg albums I have owned since 1978 that even then were in perfect sound quality. I still own those records but haven't played them in YEARS. Of all the live shows on that tour, why oh why couldn't they have given us music from shows that haven't been bootlegged already?

[deribish]

"Say you Love me-- EARLY version" is up at ITUNES to purchse. It's just a different RAWer mix -- but it's kind funky and rockin with an entirely different guitar part. Everything else is pretty much the same. but the ending is really cool

http://marysetrakian.com/say.jpg

[SisterNightroad]

"Say you Love me-- EARLY version" is up at ITUNES to purchse. It's just a different RAWer mix -- but it's kind funky and rockin with an entirely different guitar part. Everything else is pretty much the same. but the ending is really cool

http://marysetrakian.com/say.jpg
If someone is interested, it's also available for free on Spotify.

[RockyRaccoon]

I find it interesting that all these early versions have been unearthed but there didn't seem to be any for the first go-round of reissues. Very excited about those and high quality versions of those great early shows.

Once again, disappointed in no live DVD. They had BETTER be putting together a massive Blu-Ray set!

What's weird is that they're including the audio of the complete Midnight Special performance on Disc 2. You'd think they'd at least include the video of that appearance on the DVD as a bonus (though they pulled the same thing with the Mirage reissue).

[jbrownsjr]

Wow!!! That SYLM version is so much better!!!

It has a darkness to it.

[James Kirk]

I I have the other sets but skipped the Tango box set due tho the lack of a 5.1 surround mix but this new set was an instant pre-order.
Really looking forward to it. Bring it on! :)

[aleuzzi]

Wow!!! That SYLM version is so much better!!!

It has a darkness to it.

I like it, but nothing beats the original lp release of the song, which is perfection. I never even dug the single version of it.

I'm REALLY curious about the early take of Sugar Daddy. I'm hoping there are some fun surprises there.

[jbrownsjr]

I like it, but nothing beats the original lp release of the song, which is perfection. I never even dug the single version of it.

I'm REALLY curious about the early take of Sugar Daddy. I'm hoping there are some fun surprises there.

And Crystal... Christine's keyboards make that song so special.. plus the third voice...

[BaronVonBielski]

What’s odd is the price for the pre-order of the Super Deluxe Edition is $99 on Amazon which I know will go down some before it’s release, but PledgeMusic has it selling for $61 which is quite the disparity. I will no longer order from PledgeMusic because you don’t get what you order on the release date, far from it. It’s at least a week later, but one time I ordered something and it literally took months. They claimed they were outta stock which was crap because I ordered it months before the street date. All the while you could get it on Amazon.

[HomerMcvie]

I waited about 2 months after Mirage(deluxe) was released, and got it for half price.

Just sayin'....

[Lola]

I ordered from Amazon UK. The price was lower than the Amazon US price.

[Macfan4life]

I'm holding off a bit too. I am so excited though. I bought a new wave Bose CD player on Black Friday $200 off retail. I am thrilled to re-discover all my old CDs with this new awesome sound. These new deluxe releases are even more exciting for that reason. This deluxe is second best to the Tusk one IMHO. Such rare live stuff and incredible new stuff too.

[BLY]

I ordered from Amazon UK. The price was lower than the Amazon US price.

Me too. I can't wait...wait...wait.......I love these deluxe sets.

[AnthonyMI]

As per usual the Amazon UK price is roughly 40% less. With Amazong global delivery and the exchange rate the total shipped is around $60. I’ve ordered all the box sets that way and got them days after release date no problem.

[lennonfan]

I don't know if words can express how much love I have for this album, Sugar Daddy aside (which isn't really bad at all) this album fires on all cylinders one track after another and has, for me, since sweet '75.

Rumours seemed like part 2 to me when it came out, and I really didn't understand all the fuss at the time, coz I was always pointing back to this album as the real shiznit.

I've drooled over the idea of a 5.1 of this for a couple decades now:)
sorry it never came out in quad back in the day.

I could talk about this record for days, but in a nutshell, it's dark but beautifully recorded and a true audiophile test disc for your friends:)
very deeply emotive and beautifully played, you just know hearing it that everyone is in top form. Just an amazing record.

[jbrownsjr]

I don't know if words can express how much love I have for this album, Sugar Daddy aside (which isn't really bad at all) this album fires on all cylinders one track after another and has, for me, since sweet '75.

Rumours seemed like part 2 to me when it came out, and I really didn't understand all the fuss at the time, coz I was always pointing back to this album as the real shiznit.

I've drooled over the idea of a 5.1 of this for a couple decades now:)
sorry it never came out in quad back in the day.

I could talk about this record for days, but in a nutshell, it's dark but beautifully recorded and a true audiophile test disc for your friends:)
very deeply emotive and beautifully played, you just know hearing it that everyone is in top form. Just an amazing record.

It's so beautiful and it reminds me of their craft. I hear the Buckingham/McVie elements even more now that they put their latest album out.

But then you have Landslide Rhiannon and Crystal (which is very BuckVie). I can't wait for this deluxe edition.

[pattyfan]

As per usual the Amazon UK price is roughly 40% less. With Amazong global delivery and the exchange rate the total shipped is around $60. I’ve ordered all the box sets that way and got them days after release date no problem.

Thanks for the reminder. I got mine today. It was L 39.75, which is about half of the US price. I guess I'll get it a week later or something, but I'm happy to save the $45 :) I can't wait to hear it. :)

Kevin

[pwyll]

For me, it's all about the 5.1 Surround DVD. Tusk sounds AWESOME. Rumours is AWESOME. Mirage is AWESOME.

So disappointed they didn't release a 5.1 Surround DVD for Tango. What gives?

Can't wait!

[jbrownsjr]

Getting really excited to listen to this in hi fi. :nod:

[jbrownsjr]

Because I live in LA: The release usually happens about 8:35PM.
(Close to midnight on the East Coast)

I have my headphones ready.

So far: Love the Landslide, SYLM is a bit darker and refreshing. Monday Morning.. ehhh.. It needs that BuckVie magic.

[Netter75]

Waiting on that crystal clear live "Why" and the original Lindsey-Stevie Harmonies on live "I'm so Afraid". Everything else is icing on the cake 😁

[jbrownsjr]

Waiting on that crystal clear live "Why" and the original Lindsey-Stevie Harmonies on live "I'm so Afraid". Everything else is icing on the cake 😁

I do love the version of Why w/ Stevie and Lindsey. I do like the Welch version better. However, I do love them both. ISA early version in HIFI.. just wow, that's pure gold.

[EnchantedKiwi]

"Some night you wake up and Rhiannon's right there" - Ughhh Rhiannon early take, amazing!!!

This is out on iTunes in New Zealand :blob2:

[Netter75]

"Some night you wake up and Rhiannon's right there" - Ughhh Rhiannon early take, amazing!!!

This is out on iTunes in New Zealand :blob2:

Nice! What are some highlights so far?

[Andyleo]

"Some night you wake up and Rhiannon's right there" - Ughhh Rhiannon early take, amazing!!!

This is out on iTunes in New Zealand :blob2:

Yes! Amazing to hear Stevie speak those words so seriously before the song starts. The chorus reminds me of how the song was sung live in the very early days. Overall much more mellow and dark than the original to me. I got shivers up my spine with the extended ending too. "Good one band!"

So far that's all I've played. Burning the early takes to CD to listen to on the way to work.

A quick listen to the live songs and the quality is sublime compared to the bootlegs. I'm guessing there'll be a lot of happy people:blob2::laugh:

[justcrazylove]

For me this is the best reissue next to the Tusk set. This is a true insight into the band and their raw ability. All of the live tracks are amazing. The real star of this set is Chris, her playing is out of this world. :blob1:

[jbrownsjr]

For me this is the best reissue next to the Tusk set. This is a true insight into the band and their raw ability. All of the live tracks are amazing. The real star of this set is Chris, her playing is out of this world. :blob1:

When I saw the BTM tour she completely stole the show in Cleveland. It was an amazing thing to see. She doesn't know her own power.

[jbrownsjr]

Wow, the piano and organ on Sugar Daddy are incredible!!

[HomerMcvie]

Wow, the piano and organ on Sugar Daddy are incredible!!

One of my all time top ten FM songs. The music is PERFEKT!

[jbrownsjr]

One of my all time top ten FM songs. The music is PERFEKT!

Have you heard the early version?

[jbrownsjr]

Holy Cow Christine!!! She jams Get Like it Used to Be...

She plays around Lindsey... solos with her right hand without skipping a fraction of a second.. let's him solo.. and plays all around the whole band...

Smokin blues.. I miss that.. :thumbsup:

[secondhandchain]

Chris's vocals on Sugar Daddy are AMAZING. I really love this version. Of her her early takes are great.

[secondhandchain]

Wow I'm kinda surprised how great this re issue is. Really shows their raw talent on the early takes. Crystal with Lindsey singing by himself on acoustic is so good. His vocals are probably the best I've ever heard on him. Love World Turning, some really great guitar work.

[On Ice]

This is a great set, hearing the new band in all its pure glory is amazing. Loving the Sugar Daddy early version- Christine Perfexion! Nothing is as great as Stevie's 75-76 live performances- that beautiful precious instrument glad it's captured in clarity here. Lindsey's guitar really did shift the band in a new direction. Superb.

[deribish]

OMG! Over my Head (early take) is sublime. It actaully SOUNDS like a Chris song. Funky piano! love love love!

[jbrownsjr]

Chris's vocals on Sugar Daddy are AMAZING. I really love this version. Of her her early takes are great.

You can hear the keys so well!!

[jbrownsjr]

OMG! Over my Head (early take) is sublime. It actaully SOUNDS like a Chris song. Funky piano! love love love!

I know!! I love these early versions. I"m so impressed.

[jbrownsjr]

I don't think so? What ~viable product~ is it on?

Are you pulling my leg?? :o

[HomerMcvie]

Are you pulling my leg?? :o

Yes! As you posted this, I was deleting it, because I realized it wasn't funny.

[secondhandchain]

Chris' voice on the chorus of the early take of Over My Head is like honey.

[jbrownsjr]

Yes! As you posted this, I was deleting it, because I realized it wasn't funny.

It's a little bit funny... ~Elton John:xoxo:

[SisterNightroad]

Reissue Review: Fleetwood Mac’s pivotal 1975 s/t LP remains a timeless classic

The Fleetwood Mac story is well known, but endlessly fascinating and one that’s increasingly difficult to picture happening today. Like the Pink Floyd and Syd Barrett story, Fleetwood Mac started in the ’60s as a psychedelic rock band led by a man who’s probably a musical genius and whose mental health and use of psychedelic drugs caused him to leave the band just a few years after they formed (in Fleetwood Mac’s case, said man is Peter Green). Then, like Pink Floyd, they continued on with other singers and found massive fame by the mid ’70s with a sound that hardly resembled their early era. (Also like Pink Floyd, Fleetwood Mac’s early era is still under-appreciated today.) The “classic” era of Fleetwood Mac that we know and love today hit its peak with 1977’s Rumours — the world’s most famous breakup album where all three of the songwriters’ exes are performers on the very songs that were written about them — but that era began in 1975 with Fleetwood Mac’s self-titled album (their second self-titled album and tenth album overall). Fleetwood Mac have been giving expanded reissues to the albums from that era over the past few years, and today comes a reissue of that 1975 self-titled LP, complete with early takes, live recordings, a DVD, rare and unseen photos, and in-depth liner notes.

Fleetwood Mac came about after Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, and Christine McVie were looking for a replacement for guitarist/vocalist Bob Welch, and they happened upon Lindsey Buckingham. Buckingham agreed on the terms that his girlfriend and musical partner Stevie Nicks join the band, and Fleetwood Mac would quickly prove that that was the best thing that ever happened to the band. Stevie Nicks wrote and sang lead on two songs on Fleetwood Mac, “Rhiannon” and “Landslide,” both of which remain two of the most iconic songs not just in Fleetwood Mac’s discography but in all of modern pop music. As someone who grew up in the ’90s, I’m admittedly a little tired of “Landslide” because of all the overplayed covers (like by The Smashing Pumpkins and the Dixie Chicks, who both had hits with the song), but “Rhiannon” still sounds like it could’ve come out yesterday. The endlessly-worshipped gypsy woman that Stevie Nicks became is all there on that one song. The mysterious woman protagonist in the lyrics, the haunting minor-key chord progression, Stevie’s soaring, unmistakable voice — all the elements that would define Stevie Nicks’ best songs for years to come are there. Not to mention Stevie, Christine, and Lindsey’s three-part harmonies in the chorus, the very harmonies that would become a trademark of the band’s sound.

That harmony style was one of the many things about Fleetwood Mac that separated them from their peers and influenced tons of hip modern bands, as fellow ’70s soft rock acts faded away and became dinosaurs. Fleetwood Mac came out during a watered-down period for rock music, and Fleetwood Mac were associated with a lot of those more forgettable bands at the time. Part of what really set them apart, though, were their (bi-regional) ’60s roots. When you think about organic pop harmonies, you think about The Beach Boys, The Beatles, The Mamas & the Papas, The Kinks, but Fleetwood Mac entered that conversation after those bands had either broken up or gone creatively stale. With this lineup of Fleetwood Mac, you had a rhythm section who had actually been in the band when they were a British psych band, and then you had Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks who never gave up on their 1960s California dreams. Lindsey famously was in a band who once opened for Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin, and his fiery guitar solos always had a hint of that West Coast acid rock, while Stevie tells stories at live shows to this day about how 1982’s “Gypsy” was partially about being enamored with the vivid hippie imagery of singers like Janis and Grace Slick. That, combined with a more personal songwriting style than most AOR bands had at the time, resulted in timeless songs like Fleetwood Mac‘s “Crystal,” “World Turning,” “Monday Morning,” and “I’m So Afraid.” There’s a little ’60s jangle, a little ’70s pop shine, and a whole lot of prescient insight into what sounds would hold up in the future.

Fleetwood Mac also has its more dated songs, like the rock n’ rollin’ “Blue Letter” and the piano pop of “Say You Love Me,” but even those moments succeed in a way that similar bands did not. Stevie, Christine, Lindsey, Mick and John had such strong chemistry from the get go, which helped make disparate songs like the radio-ready “Say You Love Me,” the haunting “Rhiannon,” and the cheery “Monday Morning” become essential parts of one cohesive whole. The album has no real fat from start to finish, and no matter how many times I’ve played it in full over the years, I never get tired of it. With this expanded reissue, the early takes give you a nice look into the recording process, and they often sound surprisingly close to the finished versions. But it’s really the live recordings that make this reissue worth picking up, even if you already have the album. Fleetwood Mac have been a fantastic live band for a long time (and still are), and these recordings remind you that they were already a tight-knit unit after only having this lineup for a year or so. Their live show has never been an exact replica of their albums, and here we’re treated to unique live gems like an intensified “Rhiannon” from 10/25/75 and a jammed out, eight-minute “World Turning” from 10/17/75. Also included are recordings of this lineup playing some of the band’s older songs, including must-hear Lindsey Buckingham-sung versions of Peter Green-era classics “Oh Well” and “The Green Manalishi,” the latter of which the band apparently haven’t performed since the ’70s.



http://www.brooklynvegan.com/reissue-review-fleetwood-macs-pivotal-1975-st-lp-remains-a-timeless-classic/

[WatchChain]

This is the proper deluxe reissue that The White Album has been waiting for. The reissued version in the 90's was a joke. In contrast, this reissue is FANTASTIC!

Some of the best songs in the entire Fleetwood Mac catalog are "Why" and "Spare Me A Little Of Your Love"--it is a treasure to have live versions of these gems with Stevie and Lindsey on harmony vocals.

"Get Like You Used To Be" is pure blues treasure and The Mac burn it up as a set list opener!

[SpyNote]

I'm really satisfied with the deluxe edition, especially the 5.1 Surround DVD. It's great to hear all those "lost" vocals.

Mr. Sugar Daddy saying "Hello, Darling" had me cracking up. I'm glad to hear it now, but it's good they edited out that part for the final release. :laugh:

[SpyNote]

This is the proper deluxe reissue that The White Album has been waiting for. The reissued version in the 90's was a joke. In contrast, this reissue is FANTASTIC!

I agree, they did a fantastic job. I wonder if there was some hold-up in getting all the extra material together. Maybe the 5.1 mix wasn't ready back then?

Someone on Facebook suggested they should have bundled Buckingham Nicks with this reissue. That actually makes a lot of sense, considering Fleetwood Mac would have never happened without Mick hearing tracks from that album. Buckingham Nicks would have finally been on the major label that they, Stevie in particular, always wanted. It just seems like yet another missed opportunity. :distress:

[BLY]

I think this is the format we will see with Buckingham/Nicks. Maybe this will be the next release we get........

[aleuzzi]

Okay, I forked over for the reissue (digital format) solely because I wanted to hear the early versions of the songs.

Surprisingly, I was NOT disappointed! These are not merely recordings minus overdubs but actual early takes, with scratch vocals and occasionally very different instrumental ideas. As usual, I think the final album reflects wise decisions but I have to say I am truly digging the early takes of “Over My Head” and “Sugar Daddy” in particular. On “Over My Head” we get this bright, bouncy piano riff—and for the first time I can see how Christine originally conceived it on her little honer piano. The piano part is similar to that which is used on “Heroes are Hard to Find.” I also love the variations in her voice here. It sounds like a live-in-studio take.

“Sugar Daddy”— wow! If anyone ever doubted Christine’s effectiveness as a keyboard player, they need to listen to her piano and organ work on this. Add to that her bluesy vocal in which, toward the very end of the song, her range hits lower notes than I’ve ever heard from her. The voice on this take is very much a similar, if more developed voice as the one she had on CHRISTINE PERFECT.

I like the electric piano jazz chords and frequent guitar fills on World Turning.

“Crystal” sounds so timeless in it’s barest state. Lovely.

I’ve heard all of the live stuff before except the version of Over My Head. So glad to get that material in digitally remastered form.

[secondhandchain]

Okay, I forked over for the reissue (digital format) solely because I wanted to hear the early versions of the songs.

Surprisingly, I was NOT disappointed! These are not merely recordings minus overdubs but actual early takes, with scratch vocals and occasionally very different instrumental ideas. As usual, I think the final album reflects wise decisions but I have to say I am truly digging the early takes of “Over My Head” and “Sugar Daddy” in particular. On “Over My Head” we get this bright, bouncy piano riff—and for the first time I can see how Christine originally conceived it on her little honer piano. The piano part is similar to that which is used on “Heroes are Hard to Find.” I also love the variations in her voice here. It sounds like a live-in-studio take.

“Sugar Daddy”— wow! If anyone ever doubted Christine’s effectiveness as a keyboard player, they need to listen to her piano and organ work on this. Add to that her bluesy vocal in which, toward the very end of the song, her range hits lower notes than I’ve ever heard from her. The voice on this take is very much a similar, if more developed voice as the one she had on CHRISTINE PERFECT.

I like the electric piano jazz chords and frequent guitar fills on World Turning.

“Crystal” sounds so timeless in it’s barest state. Lovely.

I’ve heard all of the live stuff before except the version of Over My Head. So glad to get that material in digitally remastered form.

These aren't really early takes of the song but early versions. The overdubs are different, but the core of the song made it to the final versions. I still ove them though.

[aleuzzi]

These aren't really early takes of the song but early versions. The overdubs are different, but the core of the song made it to the final versions. I still ove them though.

Yes, I wrote early take but meant early version. Hence “scratch vocals.”

On “Over My Head” I sense the piano was not an overdub but part of the original base track. The riff is so integrated into the song conception. The decision to remove it was cool (it created a lot more space) but I can also see how that piano riff was probably tied to her composition process.

[secondhandchain]

Yes, I wrote early take but meant early version. Hence “scratch vocals.”

On “Over My Head” I sense the piano was not an overdub but part of the original base track. The riff is so integrated into the song conception. The decision to remove it was cool (it created a lot more space) but I can also see how that piano riff was probably tied to her composition process.

I love the overdubs they did but the mix on these early versions sound more alive to me. By the way Chris comes off the best on these tracks, just wow. Her vocal takes to me on her tracks are better then what made it to the final version.

[secondhandchain]

Yes, I wrote early take but meant early version. Hence “scratch vocals.”

On “Over My Head” I sense the piano was not an overdub but part of the original base track. The riff is so integrated into the song conception. The decision to remove it was cool (it created a lot more space) but I can also see how that piano riff was probably tied to her composition process.


I take some of that back. Songs like World Turning are completely different takes, drums and all. So different.

[jbrownsjr]

Really interesting ISA (instrumental version). I see how it became a live jam.

[sorcerer999]

EVERY...SINGLE...SONG in the 5.1 surround mix is absolutely sublime! It's like a completely different record! I'm totally loving this!!!

The live stuff from Warner Brothers studios sound almost EXACTLY like the Midnight Special performance. Can someone confirm this?

Regarding the tour disc, "Station Man", "Why", "Blue Letter", "Landslide" and "Hypnotized" are the stand out tracks for me. They all sound amazing! Those harmonies!!! I can't get over how young and energetic they were all sounding and playing in this era! Definitely a "snap shot" in time! ❤️

[iamnotafraid]

What's the best price so far for this set?

I've seen it for $79.99 at Music Direct.

[SisterNightroad]

The live stuff from Warner Brothers studios sound almost EXACTLY like the Midnight Special performance. Can someone confirm this?
If you're referring to the "Burbank Studios" performance, it is the Midnight Special recording: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Burbank_Studios

[BaronVonBielski]

I agree about the 5.1 Surround. Once again Ken Caillat does an amazing job. I hate to say it or give him credit, but he knows how to engineer quality surround. It’s really too bad they couldn’t of got him to transfer Tango to 5.1 Surround. That high res bull**** is just a waste of time. Anyways back on topic. In my opinion it’s the best collection of the 5 super deluxe releases. I love the early takes, even if the song is worse it still gives you another take and inside look to the creative process. The live stuff is excellent. I love hearing Lindsey sing and play on the songs from before he was in the band. I prefer his renditions over the originals by far. His vocals are easily an upgrade and he’s always had a way of making one guitar sound like 2. So he holds his own vs. the previous guitarists in Fleetwood Mac. So now I ask, where do they go from here? I really doubt any other FM album will get deluxed.

[sleepless child]

I just listened to the remastered CD and singles. I haven't gotten any farther yet. Everything sounds so crisp and the vocals!! I really loved Crystal. Actually brought a tear to my eye. I'm sure I'll go crazy over the early takes and live stuff when I listen. Oh and the 5.1

[button-lip]

My favorites so far are the instrumental versión of ISA, World Turning (love the three part harmonies!), Sugar Daddy and Over my Head are indeed the reason why Christine is Perfect! I agree about her vocal range. It's one of her best performances.

I'm not that impressed about Rhiannnon. My favorite is still Oklahoma 1977. Love the beginning though. "Some night you wake up and Rhiannon is right there"

Love those raw version of Crystal and ISA.

[jenniferuk]

What's the best price so far for this set?

I've seen it for $79.99 at Music Direct.

I ordered from Amazon UK and paid $55 with shipping to the US. Someone here or on FB shared the link, and I was surprised at the difference.

ETA: here's the link but price has increased. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fleetwood-Mac-Deluxe/dp/B0779DX6WX/ref=sr_1_4?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1510839638&sr=1-4&keywords=fleetwood+mac&refinements=p_n_feature_five_browse-bin%3A382534011

[iamnotafraid]

I ordered from Amazon UK and paid $55 with shipping to the US. Someone here or on FB shared the link, and I was surprised at the difference.

ETA: here's the link but price has increased. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fleetwood-Mac-Deluxe/dp/B0779DX6WX/ref=sr_1_4?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1510839638&sr=1-4&keywords=fleetwood+mac&refinements=p_n_feature_five_browse-bin%3A382534011

Thanks for the info Jennifer.

I did see that it's been cheaper through AmazonUK.
But for some reason most of my packages come
damaged from them. Even after contacting them
and asking for special packaging.

I'm keeping my eyes open. Guess I'll play the waiting
game.

[sodascouts]

Are the remasters of the originals and the singles noticeably better than the previously remastered originals and singles from the last reissue? (I'm not talking about the DVD, but the CD version).

Also, are any of the early versions on Disc 2 duplicates from previous reissues?

[lbfan]

Are the remixes of the originals and the singles noticeably better than the previously remixed originals and singles from the last reissue? (I'm not talking about the DVD, but the CD version).

Also, are any of the early versions on Disc 2 duplicates from previous reissues?

I did not notice any improvement in the re-masters from the last re-issue.

I believe the only outtake previously released was Jam#2.

[GJK]

Are the remixes of the originals and the singles noticeably better than the previously remixed originals and singles from the last reissue? (I'm not talking about the DVD, but the CD version).

Also, are any of the early versions on Disc 2 duplicates from previous reissues?

To my ears, Disc 1 sounds the same as the 2004 reissue (although the CD text says '2017').

None of the tracks on Disc 2 were previously released, apart from 'Jam #2', which surprisingly is five seconds shorter than the 2004 version.

[sodascouts]

Thanks for the information, guys. Much appreciated!

[jbrownsjr]

Christine's organ on Hypnotized is pretty damn good. So much fun to listen to these.

[jenniferuk]

Thanks for the info Jennifer.

I did see that it's been cheaper through AmazonUK.
But for some reason most of my packages come
damaged from them. Even after contacting them
and asking for special packaging.

I'm keeping my eyes open. Guess I'll play the waiting
game.

Ahh, my apologies as I now recall you've previously mentioning the damaged goods. I'd forgot all about that as we regularly order (non-music) from the UK. Here's hoping mine arrives intact...

[aleuzzi]

Christine's organ on Hypnotized is pretty damn good. So much fun to listen to these.

She was really burning as a keyboard player then.

[aleuzzi]

By the way, I purchased all the music on iTunes. So I didn't get the box set. are there pictures that are worth seeing? If so, anyone want to post them?

[jbrownsjr]

She was really burning as a keyboard player then.

The piano on Get Like It Used to Be.. wow.. that tempo is insane!!

It's so good!

[aleuzzi]

The piano on Get Like It Used to Be.. wow.. that tempo is insane!!

It's so good!

Agreed. And the chords of the keyboards at the end of the "early take" of World Turning remind me a bit of some of the chords she's hitting on the live 1974 version of Loved Another Woman.

[jbrownsjr]

Agreed. And the chords of the keyboards at the end of the "early take" of World Turning remind me a bit of some of the chords she's hitting on the live 1974 version of Loved Another Woman.

I'll have to check that out...

Plus, the vocal on Warm Ways is stunning to my ears.

[BLY]

I was expecting my set to come 2/1 per the Amazon uk tracking. It didn't even say it was shipped and it arrived today. I can't wait to listen to it. The booklet is amazing with a great recap of those early days with a lot of great insight from Christine. These sets are amazing and sure beats just trying to cram all of this in one big box set. I'm sure this will be the treatment that Buckingham/Nicks gets. Worth the wait.

[jbrownsjr]

I was expecting my set to come 2/1 per the Amazon uk tracking. It didn't even say it was shipped and it arrived today. I can't wait to listen to it. The booklet is amazing with a great recap of those early days with a lot of great insight from Christine. These sets are amazing and sure beats just trying to cram all of this in one big box set. I'm sure this will be the treatment that Buckingham/Nicks gets. Worth the wait.

Now there's a great idea!! A B/N deluxe package. If wishing made it so.

[BLY]

Now there's a great idea!! A B/N deluxe package. If wishing made it so.


I'm sure this is what will happen. The question is WHEN?

[jbrownsjr]

I'm sure this is what will happen. The question is WHEN?

I wish I knew. :shrug:

[iamnotafraid]

Ahh, my apologies as I now recall you've previously mentioning the damaged goods...

You've got a good memory!

_____________________________________

Is it a weird coincidence that a few of us are thinking
(hoping, wishing and praying) that a Buckingham Nicks
Deluxe Set comes our way? 45th anniversary no less.

It'd be wonderful if it could be done by Analogue Productions
and pressed at RTI. Or even better by the folks that are doing
the special pressings at MoFi. The Limited Edition UltraDisc One-
Step 45 rpm vinyl 2LP box sets. Very limited sets. Costly too at
$100 a pop.

[secondhandchain]

Only I would notice this, but I wonder why they took Christine's harmony off the end of "Why". It's the same performance as the Midnight Special which have the three part harmony at the end. You can even here Chris's harmony kick back in at the very end.

[sodascouts]

Only I would notice this, but I wonder why they took Christine's harmony off the end of "Why". It's the same performance as the Midnight Special which have the three part harmony at the end. You can even here Chris's harmony kick back in at the very end.

No, I noticed it and found it absolutely bizarre, because I always thought that she was singing the melody there and they were harmonizing with her. I was thinking, "What happened to the melody line??" It was especially noticeable to me because I typically sing along with that line.

Did they really take it off? I thought perhaps two takes were recorded and they made the inexplicable choice to use one where her voice was either missing or hard to hear.

[lbfan]

Did they really take it off? I thought perhaps two takes were recorded and they made the inexplicable choice to use one where her voice was either missing or hard to hear.

Or was it added as an overdub when played on the Midnight Special?

[jbrownsjr]

I have the digital package. Thinking of getting the hard copy. PHotos look amazing.

[jbrownsjr]

Yeah it seems as if Stevie's vocal is WAY high in the mix on all four of those songs and Christine's is pushed way back. Not sure why they chose to do that. Still, it's good we have alternate live version of Why and Rhiannon where we can hear everybody!

As far as B/N deluxe goes, that would be the only other logical step. Can't see them messing with the rest of Fleetwood Mac's catalog or any further solo work unless they released something like "Best of Fleetwood Mac Live 1971-1974" or something (which wouldn't be unwelcome).

This is only speculation, but weren't Crystal and Frozen Love played at the Oakland show where the live Over My Head was recorded? It would stand to reason that recordings of those two songs exist as well, so maybe they're holding off and sticking them on the future B/N reissue?

But then again Don't Let Me Down Again was on this reissue so maybe I'm talking out of my ass

I was blasting this version of DLMDA... it's so good!!

[Netter75]

I was blasting this version of DLMDA... it's so good!!

It's excellent! Way better than the one off of LIVE. There's actually a couple live songs on this reissue that have become the definitive live versions for me (Rhiannon, Why, I'm So Afraid, World Turning, Oh Well, Don't Let Me Down Again, Over My Head, Green Manalishi). Chris and Lindsey especially are in vocal prime on these songs.

(Also in the post you quoted I thought I'd made an error, but I only accidentally said the Oakland show instead of the Connecticut show. Point still stands :laugh:)

[aleuzzi]

Or was it added as an overdub when played on the Midnight Special?

Most likely it was removed. Though I'm not sure why. I noticed other omissions in the patter before and after songs. But this is the only instance I found where an actual vocal was removed. Annoying.

[sodascouts]

Or was it added as an overdub when played on the Midnight Special?

Hmm, I hadn't thought of that. It would certainly make more sense than going to the trouble of removing a flawlessly sung part by the piece's lead singer.

[Nomad7]

What I didn't realize until I went through the liner notes is that DLMDA was used on FM Live as an alternate mix. I grabbed Live's booklet and there it is -- Passaic! So interesting how it was remixed. I like the newer version.

[sleepless child]

I'm listening to the DVD and I can't get over the sound. The sound effects at the end of Crystal. The vocals on Landslide and don't get me started on Sugar Daddy. I'm loving this so much. This is my favorite era of Fleetwood Mac.

[secondhandchain]

What I didn't realize until I went through the liner notes is that DLMDA was used on FM Live as an alternate mix. I grabbed Live's booklet and there it is -- Passaic! So interesting how it was remixed. I like the newer version.

I noticed that too. Love the new mixes of old live stuff, so much better.

[secondhandchain]

Or was it added as an overdub when played on the Midnight Special?

Maybe but she is singing along with them on camera in the midnight special though they did a collage of all three singing, so MAYBE it was added later.

[jeets2000]

Okay, I broke down and bought it -- should be arriving in a week or so.

I have to admit, because of the high price tag and the fact that I could listen to most of this on Spotify already, I've avoided the remastered releases. But I bought a 5.1 system solely because I own the original DVD-A of Rumours from the early 2000s. I love that disc so much, and all the praise for the surround sound mix of "Fleetwood Mac" pushed me over the edge. Fingers crossed.

For those that have the Tusk and Mirage 5.1 mixes -- also worth the money? Less so?

[BLY]

Okay, I broke down and bought it -- should be arriving in a week or so.

I have to admit, because of the high price tag and the fact that I could listen to most of this on Spotify already, I've avoided the remastered releases. But I bought a 5.1 system solely because I own the original DVD-A of Rumours from the early 2000s. I love that disc so much, and all the praise for the surround sound mix of "Fleetwood Mac" pushed me over the edge. Fingers crossed.

For those that have the Tusk and Mirage 5.1 mixes -- also worth the money? Less so?


Yes worth every penny. I love the 5.1 mixes. I wish we could have got it with the Tango box.

[SteveMacD]

I’m a little unclear about “Why” and Christine not being in the mix. I clearly hear her all throughout Midnight Special and on the snippet from the box on Amazon. Does she cut out on the box at some point?

[secondhandchain]

I’m a little unclear about “Why” and Christine not being in the mix. I clearly hear her all throughout Midnight Special and on the snippet from the box on Amazon. Does she cut out on the box at some point?

She's not singing in the end "you don't have to give up, why is all wrong..." It's just Stevie and Lindsey but in a previous mix it was all three.

[lennonfan]

Really fun to see these reviews, the 5.1 had me ready to purchase at any cost...:) waiting for this one.

This is my fave period of the BuckNicks years...dark, but still so very fresh and exciting and so, so deep. I loved this album in real time in '75 and still consider it a masterpiece. So much so, that when Rumours came out it seemed like Part 2 and I loved it but didn't see what was exciting everyone else so much, I mean, didn't they hear this record?

[SisterNightroad]

First Italian review:

Fleetwood Mac - the review of "Fleetwood Mac (Deluxe)"

As it happens for many bands, also the career of Fleetwood Mac is divided into phases and periods: in this case they're mainly two. The first is the English one characterized by a rock blues sound, the second - indeed the most famous - is the most pop rock American one.

It is with this "Fleetwood Mac" of 1975, the band's tenth album (the second eponym) that begins the second phase thanks to the arrival of Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks. The disc - which contains historical pieces like "Landslide" and "Rhiannon" comes out today in a deluxe version of 3 discs: remastered album, outtakes collection and demo version, plus a couple of American concerts recorded in 1975.

A disc to discover or re-evaluate, a good alternative to the well known and subsequent "Rumors".


http://www.rockol.it/news-684691/fleetwood-mac-deluxe-recensione?refresh_ce

[bombaysaffires]

She's not singing in the end "you don't have to give up, why is all wrong..." It's just Stevie and Lindsey but in a previous mix it was all three.

no, no, no. that is just so wrong. that's what makes it so special. :shocked::distress::mad:

[BLY]

This is just amazing. I wish every time I heard a MAC song it sounded like this. I love these mixes! I can't tell you after all these years of listening to these songs I can finally hear how they were meant to be heard. All of these......

Fleetwood Mac
Rumours
Tusk
Mirage
Say You Will

Tango would have been Awsome.......Lets hope for BuckingamNicks

[secondhandchain]

no, no, no. that is just so wrong. that's what makes it so special. :shocked::distress::mad:


Ok this is the Midnight special version of 'Why' that is the same performance that is on the new Deluxe edition. So why does Chris's vocal sound SO much better on the new re issue? Did they just add reverb etc...or did they autotune that track for the new remaster because it's so much better now. Not that it was bad before.

[jbrownsjr]

Ok this is the Midnight special version of 'Why' that is the same performance that is on the new Deluxe edition. So why does Chris's vocal sound SO much better on the new re issue? Did they just add reverb etc...or did they autotune that track for the new remaster because it's so much better now. Not that it was bad before.

There's a lot of reverb and even some echo on quite a bit of the tracks.

Autotune doesn't really make the sound better. It gives it more of a generic feel and diminishes tone quality. IMO.

[jwd]

Ha, this is my favorite FM album and I don't even have this yet. Maybe it's that my fandom has waned, or "I'm getting older", too. Or, I'm just waiting for the price to drop, I don't know. You guys and gals have definitely piqued my interest though. And I will get this soon and get catapulted back to a time and a place where it all began for me. I'm going to like that place!!!!! :xoxo:

[jbrownsjr]

Ha, this is my favorite FM album and I don't even have this yet. Maybe it's that my fandom has waned, or "I'm getting older", too. Or, I'm just waiting for the price to drop, I don't know. You guys and gals have definitely piqued my interest though. And I will get this soon and get catapulted back to a time and a place where it all began for me. I'm going to like that place!!!!! :xoxo:

It just might be my favorite album, too.

It's so weird to hear keyboards on the studio version of World Turning.

I'm fascinated by some of these early versions.

[jenniferuk]

You've got a good memory!

_____________________________________

Is it a weird coincidence that a few of us are thinking
(hoping, wishing and praying) that a Buckingham Nicks
Deluxe Set comes our way? 45th anniversary no less.

It'd be wonderful if it could be done by Analogue Productions
and pressed at RTI. Or even better by the folks that are doing
the special pressings at MoFi. The Limited Edition UltraDisc One-
Step 45 rpm vinyl 2LP box sets. Very limited sets. Costly too at
$100 a pop.

Well, I received my Amazon UK parcel yesterday and it was indeed smashed to bits, but fortunately the album was in a box within a box within the shipping box and is intact. We regularly order items from the UK and this box was quite a sight (won't order music from them again).

Thrilled to bits with the music, which might bump BuckVie off the currently most played list.

[SisterNightroad]

Fleetwood Mac: Fleetwood Mac: Deluxe Edition (Reprise)

Fleetwood Mac wasn’t entirely unknown to American rock fans when their self-titled album appeared in 1975, but the impressions people had were confused. Fleetwood Mac began in the ’60s as a British blues-rock band fronted by a brilliant guitarist, Peter Green. With his departure began continual lineup shifts with a changing cast of musicians, vocalists and songwriters. By 1975 Mac was best known as the band that sang about UFOs and the Bermuda Triangle.

But that was about to change. For Fleetwood Mac, the band added a pair of Yanks, Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks, and embraced the sonic perfectionism of the Los Angeles studio sound. On the resulting album, melody and harmony were brought to a platinum polish with memorable hooks and lyrics on the vagaries of love. The hits kept coming: “Over My Head,” “Rhiannon,” “Say You Love Me,” “Landslide.”

The newly issued Fleetwood Mac slipcase package contains the album on remastered vinyl as well as CD. An additional disc of “early takes” isn’t revelatory but suggests how those songs might have sounded live, shorn of some of that studio sheen and sounding more like a band together in the moment.

https://shepherdexpress.com/music/album-reviews/fleetwood-mac-fleetwood-mac-deluxe-edition-reprise/



ALBUM REVIEW: Reissue of a classic is a must for fans

This is a simply beautiful album from Fleetwood Mac. It looks beautiful and sounds just perfect. For fans, it is a must. The band’s original 1975 self-titled album was an overwhelming smash when it was first released. It topped the album chart and sold more than five million copies in the US, thanks to classic songs like ‘Landslide’, ‘Say You Love Me’, and ‘Rhiannon’. The line up was the band’s most successful incarnation to date, comprising of Lindsey Buckingham, Stevie Nicks, Mick Fleetwood, John McVie and Christine McVie. This re-release comes as the band continues its campaign to reissue its classic albums. The collection includes newly remastered audio, rare and unreleased studio and live recordings, and more. It is available on three different formats: Deluxe, Expanded and Remastered. The deluxe edition includes a third disc with extra unreleased live recordings, including performances of ‘Landslide’, ‘Oh Well’, ‘Station Man,’ and World Turning’ among others. It also comes with a DVD, LP version of the original album and in-depth liner notes and rare photos. Reviewed by Zoe Myall

Read more at: https://www.spaldingtoday.co.uk/whats-on/album-review-reissue-of-a-classic-is-a-must-for-fans-1-8373379

[Andy Man]

Just finished listening to the live album...

In one word: Refreshing.


Out of all the deluxe editions, this is the first one where I am truly experiencing "new" material. The live album has such a raw energy and excitement to it. I always thought that, if I could go back in time, the Tusk tour is the point in the band's history I would want to have witnessed; however, I now wish that I was alive and of age to have seen the "new" lineup in 1975. What amazes me about the live album is it gives such a clear idea as to the state FM during this moment: new songs, a sense of expanding the sonics of the band, the pride that the three Brits have in showing off the new talent from America, and a general lack of restraint (unlike the very polished performances that would only increase as the band became more popular). It is also touching to hear how Christine was really the band leader at this point. I would argue that the leader role was quickly taken over by Lindsey, most likely with no complaints from Christine. However, in 1975, Christine was the "face" of Fleetwood Mac and it was her material that really defined the sound of the band. This concert, to me, represents Christine "showing the way" for the talents of Stevie and Lindsey to be unleashed for the future. It is also so incredible to hear "Rhiannon," "Landslide, " Over My Head," "I'm So Afraid," and "World Turning" as new songs. This is without a doubt (no doubt at all) the best recorded version of "Rhiannon" we have; Stevie is really selling it and giving the audience no doubt that she belongs in this band. Lindsey's guitar playing is much more sporadic than in future tours; however, this concert hints at the true rock and roll performer and "guitarist supreme" he would become. John and Mick are incredibly tight on this recording. All of the live recordings with these deluxe editions have allowed for me to have a greater appreciation for John McVie's playing...the man is a master of his craft. And Christine...her piano and keyboard playing are stunning throughout this entire live set. As a piano player myself, I have always been drawn to Christine's work. This live recording has elevated my respect for her musicianship; the blues energy she gives in "Get Like You Used To Be," the rhythmic playing she provides in "Rhiannon," and the last minute of "Spare Me A Little Of Your Love" prove just how sophisticated and intelligent Christine McVie is as a keyboardist/pianist (not to mention her vocals throughout).

The live album is worth the price of admission here. Though I love the work on Rumours and beyond, it is nice to listen to this band without the mainstays that have so dominated their shows since 1975. Hearing the band play pre-Buckingham/Nicks material has allowed for me to focus on the actual playing that this band is capable of. I will no doubt be returning to the live set quite often.

[jcalzaretta]

Do you always trust your first initial feeling?

So damn amazing.

[jbrownsjr]

Just finished listening to the live album...

In one word: Refreshing.


Out of all the deluxe editions, this is the first one where I am truly experiencing "new" material. The live album has such a raw energy and excitement to it. I always thought that, if I could go back in time, the Tusk tour is the point in the band's history I would want to have witnessed; however, I now wish that I was alive and of age to have seen the "new" lineup in 1975. What amazes me about the live album is it gives such a clear idea as to the state FM during this moment: new songs, a sense of expanding the sonics of the band, the pride that the three Brits have in showing off the new talent from America, and a general lack of restraint (unlike the very polished performances that would only increase as the band became more popular). It is also touching to hear how Christine was really the band leader at this point. I would argue that the leader role was quickly taken over by Lindsey, most likely with no complaints from Christine. However, in 1975, Christine was the "face" of Fleetwood Mac and it was her material that really defined the sound of the band. This concert, to me, represents Christine "showing the way" for the talents of Stevie and Lindsey to be unleashed for the future. It is also so incredible to hear "Rhiannon," "Landslide, " Over My Head," "I'm So Afraid," and "World Turning" as new songs. This is without a doubt (no doubt at all) the best recorded version of "Rhiannon" we have; Stevie is really selling it and giving the audience no doubt that she belongs in this band. Lindsey's guitar playing is much more sporadic than in future tours; however, this concert hints at the true rock and roll performer and "guitarist supreme" he would become. John and Mick are incredibly tight on this recording. All of the live recordings with these deluxe editions have allowed for me to have a greater appreciation for John McVie's playing...the man is a master of his craft. And Christine...her piano and keyboard playing are stunning throughout this entire live set. As a piano player myself, I have always been drawn to Christine's work. This live recording has elevated my respect for her musicianship; the blues energy she gives in "Get Like You Used To Be," the rhythmic playing she provides in "Rhiannon," and the last minute of "Spare Me A Little Of Your Love" prove just how sophisticated and intelligent Christine McVie is as a keyboardist/pianist (not to mention her vocals throughout).

The live album is worth the price of admission here. Though I love the work on Rumours and beyond, it is nice to listen to this band without the mainstays that have so dominated their shows since 1975. Hearing the band play pre-Buckingham/Nicks material has allowed for me to focus on the actual playing that this band is capable of. I will no doubt be returning to the live set quite often.


I'm still exploring this edition. It's just so good.

The other time I saw Christine step up so much was during the BTM tour. She stole the show on that tour.

But her organ and keys on that live disk are sublime and incredible. The pace of Get Like You Used to Be is insane... not just her solo.. but after her solo during LB's guitar solo... she's killing it..

[iamnotafraid]

Well, I received my Amazon UK parcel yesterday and it was indeed smashed to bits, but fortunately the album was in a box within a box within the shipping box and is intact. We regularly order items from the UK and this box was quite a sight (won't order music from them again).

Haven't been posting much lately so I missed this.
Sorry to hear you had some similar problems as I
have had with them.

I have to admit even in the good ole' USA you can't
always depend on Amazon anymore. I would say
about half my packages aren't packaged well anymore.

The packaging material they used for my most recent
order matched what Melody Gardot's wearing on the
cover of her newest release. Nothing at all.

[lennonfan]

Well after waiting forever this box finally arrived.
So well worth the wait! My fave box thus far, likely not to be topped. The surround mix is all I hoped for, the extended World Turning is great and hearing Lindsey's guitar orchestrations is just so enlightening...what a master.

So nice to hear them live without the Rumours war horses. I love Why.
The pic on the booklet of John acting like a spoilt child reaching for the ball Mick keeps out of reach ..tooo funny....should have been the pic of an inner sleeve:)

[SisterNightroad]

Album Reviews: Fleetwood Mac - Fleetwood Mac (Deluxe Edition), Plus Andrew Sheppard, Sue Foley, Sam Lewis

I can’t listen to Fleetwood Mac’s eponymous 1975 album without thinking of a lunch meeting I had in New York City early in the year before its release. I had arranged an interview with a folk duo called Carlson and Gailmor, whose debut LP was about to come out, and a publicist at their record company had asked for a favor: Would I mind if another fledgling duo joined us for lunch? This couple, explained the publicist, were still working on their own first album for the label and would not be expecting an interview; they wanted to come along merely to get a sense of what it was like to deal with the media and what kinds of questions they might face from journalists if their careers ultimately did take off.
I said “sure,” and the couple met us for lunch. The details of our conversation have been lost to time, but I do remember that they seemed ambitious. At any rate, we shook hands after our meal and said goodbye. In the months that followed, Carlson and Gailmor’s album flopped. Meanwhile, the tag-along couple’s LP came out in September and arrived in my mailbox. It didn’t make much of an impression on me, and it didn’t sell any better than the Carlson and Gailmor album.

But early the next year, I read some news about this southern California duo, whose names were Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks: on New Year’s Eve, they’d joined a long-lived but struggling British blues/rock band called Fleetwood Mac. It seems that the group’s Mick Fleetwood had listened to Buckingham Nicks, the pair’s album, and heard what I and many other listeners had missed. Mick was floored by Buckingham’s work, and soon he and his bandmates John and Christine McVie and were just as blown away by Nicks—and by the magic that resulted when the duo collaborated with them.

The quintet’s first album together—recorded in January and February of 1975 and released that July—is called simply Fleetwood Mac. Self-titled albums are typically debuts (and, in fact, the group’s 1968 first LP also bore that title), but the moniker was appropriate. Fleetwood Mac had been around for the better part of a decade and had issued nine previous albums, but the addition of Buckingham and Nicks had resulted in what was essentially a new band.

And what a band they were. Their “debut” album—the group’s first chart-topper, though it took 15 months to crawl to No. 1—produced three hit singles, Christine McVie’s infectious “Say You Love Me” and sublime “Over My Head”; and Stevie Nicks’s “Rhiannon,” which instantly established her as a world-class vocalist. And every one of the other eight tracks is just about as good.

Buckingham and Nicks contribute mightily, but so do the other three members, who seem to garner fresh inspiration from the new lineup. Christine McVie particularly shines, both as songwriter and vocalist. Alternating between rhythmic power pop and sweet ballads, the album overflows with rhythm, shimmering harmonies, passion, and energy. The lyrics, virtually all about romantic relationships, are fine too. (Has there ever been a more cogent couplet about the conflicted feelings that a troubled new love affair can generate than Christine McVie’s “You can take me to paradise, and then again you can be cold as ice / I’m over my head, oh, but it sure feels nice”?)

The album was remastered and rereleased in 2004 with five bonus tracks, but that was nothing compared with the reissue at hand, which includes three CDs, an LP containing the remastered original album on 180g vinyl; and an audio DVD with a 5.1 surround mix and 24/96 stereo audio of the original album and 24/96 stereo audio of its singles. There’s also an LP-sized booklet that includes lyrics, credits, photos, and an extensive essay by journalist David Wild.

In addition to remastered versions of Fleetwood Mac’s 11 tracks, the first CD includes remasters of the album’s four singles, three of which feature alternate mixes. (The fourth, “Over My Head,” is a completely different take.) The 17 tracks on disc two offer early versions of all of the album’s songs, presented in the same sequence as the released LP, plus live readings of “Rhiannon,” “World Turning,” “I’m So Afraid,” an instrumental jam, and a fine Christine McVie vehicle called “Why” (a number that first surfaced on 1973’s Mystery to Me). The 14-track third CD delivers performances from the tour that followed the album’s release. It includes six songs that appear on Fleetwood Mac as well as such earlier high points as Christine’s “Spare Me a Little” (from 1972’s Bare Trees).

If you don’t have the original record, the decision to get this reissue should be a no-brainer; and even if you have it, you shouldn’t hesitate to upgrade: the remastering and live tracks are excellent; and while the early versions are generally not quite as good as the released ones, they’re nevertheless invariably excellent and interesting. Best of all is the DVD’s surround-sound version of Fleetwood Mac, which adds immeasurably to the listening experience.

If you’re on a tight budget, be advised that you can buy an edition of this reissue that includes only the first two CDs—no concert disc, no LP, and no DVD. You might save more than 50 bucks, but you might also wind up regretting your decision, especially if you later get to hear a friend’s copy of the DVD.


http://www.themortonreport.com/entertainment/music/album-reviews-fleetwood-mac-fleetwood-mac-deluxe-edition-plus-andrew-sheppard-sue-foley-sam-lewis/

[secondhandchain]

Is it me or is "get like you used to be" VERY similar to Don't Stop? Especially live. And Station man live has a very similar feel to "Say You love me".

[AnthonyMI]

Is it me or is "get like you used to be" VERY similar to Don't Stop? Especially live. And Station man live has a very similar feel to "Say You love me".

Say You Love me is Similar to Think About Me is similar to Red Sun.

i think they are all the same key. Written by the same songwriter. They are all very similar in progression and even arrangement. Piano/keyboard driven, and the same people playing.

[jbrownsjr]

Big Love = Everybody Finds Out = Doing What I Can

Dreams = Sable On Blonde...

I'm So Afraid = Carnival Begin

Say You Love Me = Sugar Daddy

And the lists go on and on..

[secondhandchain]

If you listen to these two in particular live from the deluxe editionm the whole sound of the song is amazingly similar. Get like you used to be even has the drum shuffle, and the guitar lead (and tone) could have been lifted from Don't Stop.

[jbrownsjr]

If you listen to these two in particular live from the deluxe editionm the whole sound of the song is amazingly similar. Get like you used to be even has the drum shuffle, and the guitar lead (and tone) could have been lifted from Don't Stop.

You mean Don''t Stop was lifted from Get Like You Used to Be.

[Macfan4life]

Big Love = Everybody Finds Out = Doing What I Can

Dreams = Sable On Blonde...

I'm So Afraid = Carnival Begin

Say You Love Me = Sugar Daddy

And the lists go on and on..
Friend and You Make Loving Fun

It was interesting to learn in the Wild Heart deluxe release that Stevie purposely wanted Sable on Blonde to sound like Dreams. Originally Mick did not play drums but it was purposely arranged to sound like Dreams. Sometimes things are by accident or by muscle memory on the keyboard but Sable on Blonde was done on purpose.

[iamnotafraid]

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The coupon can be found near the top of the page
while viewing your cart.

Make sure you see the discount applied before you
purchase. Rusty, Alec or even myself not responsible.

[jbrownsjr]

Friend and You Make Loving Fun

It was interesting to learn in the Wild Heart deluxe release that Stevie purposely wanted Sable on Blonde to sound like Dreams. Originally Mick did not play drums but it was purposely arranged to sound like Dreams. Sometimes things are by accident or by muscle memory on the keyboard but Sable on Blonde was done on purpose.

You And I/ On With The Show
World Turning/Too Far Gone

[Macfan4life]

You And I/ On With The Show
World Turning/Too Far Gone
Book of Miracles / Juliet


(keep it going)

[secondhandchain]

You mean Don''t Stop was lifted from Get Like You Used to Be.

I guess you guys don't know what I mean. I meant the sound of the instruments mostly. Get like it used to be has the drum shuffle, the exact same guitar sound, and piano banging sound Don't Stop. I don't see how Friend and You make loving fun are a like at all in that regard. I get the Carnival Begin/I"m so afraid reference.

[Macfan4life]

I guess you guys don't know what I mean. I meant the sound of the instruments mostly. Get like it used to be has the drum shuffle, the exact same guitar sound, and piano banging sound Don't Stop. I don't see how Friend and You make loving fun are a like at all in that regard. I get the Carnival Begin/I"m so afraid reference.
YMLF and Friend have almost the exact same keyboard groove. How can you not hear it?
The first time I heard Friend, I was like ....Its just like YMLF. It was nothing I had to try to hear.
We were just referencing songs that are similar or have stolen parts. For example Juliet was taken from Book of Miracles. I think our songs are just as strong as yours.
But I guess you don't know what we mean ;) :)

[jbrownsjr]

I guess you guys don't know what I mean. I meant the sound of the instruments mostly. Get like it used to be has the drum shuffle, the exact same guitar sound, and piano banging sound Don't Stop. I don't see how Friend and You make loving fun are a like at all in that regard. I get the Carnival Begin/I"m so afraid reference.

I know exactly what you mean. It's just that Get was written long before Don't Stop. So GLYUTB isn't like Don't Stop. It's the other way around.

Having said that. I think Christine's playing on GLYUTB is incredible.
I listen to what she does after her solo during LB's solo. Wow, her blues feel is the shi*T!!! I've blasted it in my car several times.

PS I think Friend and YMLF are very similar.

[secondhandchain]

YMLF and Friend have almost the exact same keyboard groove. How can you not hear it?
The first time I heard Friend, I was like ....Its just like YMLF. It was nothing I had to try to hear.
We were just referencing songs that are similar or have stolen parts. For example Juliet was taken from Book of Miracles. I think our songs are just as strong as yours.
But I guess you don't know what we mean ;) :)

I do hear now upon another listen. I guess I always thought it had a cheesier sound so I never noticed. I wasn't referencing stolen parts as much as a feel of the song. But I do see what you are saying.

[sodascouts]

I hear elements of "I'm So Afraid" in "Come."

"Eyes of the World" starts with a chord progression straight out of "Stephanie" (something I always thought was pretty harsh if deliberate).

[jbrownsjr]

I hear elements of "I'm So Afraid" in "Come."

"Eyes of the World" starts with a chord progression straight out of "Stephanie" (something I always thought was pretty harsh if deliberate).

Not to mention Pachelbel's Canon...:angel:

[sodascouts]

Not to mention Pachelbel's Canon...:angel:

Yes, but Pachelbel's Canon is not rhythmically the same as those songs; "Eyes of the World" and "Stephanie" not only match in the chords but in the rhythm. The similarity is striking, IMHO.

[jbrownsjr]

Yes, but Pachelbel's Canon is not rhythmically the same as those songs; "Eyes of the World" and "Stephanie" not only match in the chords but in the rhythm. The similarity is striking, IMHO.

Agreed...

I put on Pachelbel's Canon in D and sang LB/CM parts to it. :laugh:

Works like Christine Perfect...

[sodascouts]

Sitting on the couch tonight with a glass of wine listening to the bluray audio. Lindsey's amazing vocal on Crystal, so pure, almost bringing me to tears. Stevie's tender Landslide doing the same. I have a new appreciation for the intricacies of Sugar Daddy.

This group was magic. There will never be any other like them.

And they threw it all away!

[SteveMacD]

And they threw it all away!

It’s not like they had much “it” left anymore. None of them have great voices left, they need practically another band to do a show, and they’re relying heavily on “prerecords.” They are a far cry from who they were.

[sodascouts]

It’s not like they had much “it” left anymore. None of them have great voices left, they need practically another band to do a show, and they’re relying heavily on “prerecords.” They are a far cry from who they were.

Go ahead and try to build up what's coming by minimizing what's been destroyed. The truth is that whatever greatness Fleetwood Mac had is now gone.

[SteveMacD]

Go ahead and try to build up what's coming by minimizing what's been destroyed. The truth is that whatever greatness Fleetwood Mac had is now gone.

And, it has been since 1982, at least as far as shows are concerned. For all the crap they get, the “Time” crew were able to do shows with just six people on stage and no backing tracks. To be sure, I have low expectations for the new lineup in that regard, too. I think it will be another choreographed mess.

The Rumours band was magic, but Fleetwood Mac has mostly felt like either a Vegas lounge act or a cover band for every tour since 1987, regardless of who was in the band. If they could have just gone out as a quintet, no backing musicians, backing vocalists, or prerecords, I might share that same sense of loss.

[dreamsunwind]

And, it has been since 1982, at least as far as shows are concerned. For all the crap they get, the “Time” crew were able to do shows with just six people on stage and no backing tracks. To be sure, I have low expectations for the new lineup in that regard, too. I think it will be another choreographed mess.

The Rumours band was magic, but Fleetwood Mac has mostly felt like either a Vegas lounge act or a cover band for every tour since 1987, regardless of who was in the band. If they could have just gone out as a quintet, no backing musicians, backing vocalists, or prerecords, I might share that same sense of loss.

The Dance had backup musicians and it was absolutely magical. And the SYW tour was amazing, as were most of their tours. The Time crew that you're talking about was a lot younger. Everyone gets old and obviously when these people get older their voices are going to get shot and their playing skills aren't going to be the same as when they were in their 30s. But they still put on a great show because they had that wonderful chemistry. If they had actually played at these ages without any backup singers or musicians you probably would've been able to more obviously spot the little cracks in the performance. Stevie's singers are sometimes too loud but aside from that their backup musicians help, rather than harm. It wouldn't have been the same as when they were all in their 30s around Mirage. There's nothing wrong with needing a little help when you're 60 and 70 years old. I don't think it ever felt like a "lounge act" in recent years for performance related reasons at all. It was mostly just the fact that they were touring over and over again behind no new music.

[sodascouts]

I don't think it ever felt like a "lounge act" in recent years for performance related reasons at all. It was mostly just the fact that they were touring over and over again behind no new music.
It never felt like a "lounge act" to me. To me, A Fleetwood Mac show felt like a thrilling, wonderful, unforgettable experience.

[SteveMacD]

To each their own. I never felt it was “magic” with the extra musicians, and I don’t think they needed them. They say it’s to fill out the sound, but it really leaves the shows void of personality, character, or raw energy, and age has nothing to do with it. Willie and Dylan still do it.

[David]

I guess you guys don't know what I mean. I meant the sound of the instruments mostly. Get like it used to be has the drum shuffle, the exact same guitar sound, and piano banging sound Don't Stop. Christine plays her shuffle the same on all her shuffle songs: Get Like, Don't Stop, Stop Messing. Onstage, it gives those songs a similar atmosphere. Her piano shuffle is a replication of the style of Sonny Thompson, who cowrote with Freddie King. Chris was listening to King a lot in the old days.