New article with Mike Campbell

[sleepless child]

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/mike-campbell-mixed-feelings-tom-petty-heartbreakers-tribute-shows-1235016668/#recipient_hashed=56fd1eeb6979cef053aed2dbc168db12a8aec06fe99088c999a4a33e7503e62e&recipient_salt=6cf87b042f755d39c353b9376122166c260af8fc31b9fc9daa941b8313f58ddc

[sleepless child]

If it doesn't open he basically says he wouldn't want to do a tour with guest vocalists because it would ruin the legacy of the band. When asked about Fleetwood Mac he said it's pretty much done without Christine, Stevie or Lindsey. He talked to Mick recently and Mick said it all hinges on Stevie. Mike made the comment that Stevie is off doing her "brand". Sounds kind of like Mike's eyes were opened while touring with Stevie. Sounds like he might have some regrets on his roll in ruining the legacy of Fleetwood Mac

[blinker12]

Actually, I read his quote about Stevie as being positive and somewhat admiring.

“Stevie [Nicks] is real busy doing her thing; she seems to be blazing a trail,” he says.

He never uses the word “brand” when talking about her. “Blazing a trail,” on the other hand, is a phrase used for someone who’s got a lot of passion and is seen as a leader in their field. Not saying I agree or disagree, but to me the language feels like he still thinks highly of her.

[UnwindedDreams]

“Blazing a trail,” on the other hand, is a phrase used for someone who’s got a lot of passion and is seen as a leader in their field.
Is that field "legacy act greatest hits" touring?

Interesting that Mick seemed like he wanted Mac to play again. Also Mike mentioning Lindsey but not Neil.

[sleepless child]

Actually, I read his quote about Stevie as being positive and somewhat admiring.

“Stevie [Nicks] is real busy doing her thing; she seems to be blazing a trail,” he says.

He never uses the word “brand” when talking about her. “Blazing a trail,” on the other hand, is a phrase used for someone who’s got a lot of passion and is seen as a leader in their field. Not saying I agree or disagree, but to me the language feels like he still thinks highly of her.

I reread the article. You are correct. He doesn't say brand. Sorry about that.

[SteveMacD]

Not directly related to Fleetwood Mac , but…

FFS, if the Heartbreakers wanted to do shows, there’s one stupidly, blatantly obvious guy to take the helm. He’s an artist in his own right, his voice would work well on Tom’s songs, and he’s not remotely intimidated by walking in the footsteps of an American legend.

Lukas Nelson (https://youtu.be/wTUMku1sn1A).

[bombaysaffires]

Not directly related to Fleetwood Mac , but…

FFS, if the Heartbreakers wanted to do shows, there’s one stupidly, blatantly obvious guy to take the helm. He’s an artist in his own right, his voice would work well on Tom’s songs, and he’s not remotely intimidated by walking in the footsteps of an American legend.

Lukas Nelson (https://youtu.be/wTUMku1sn1A).

Mike sounds pretty darn close to Tom and isn't an outside singer. But I just don't know that he can fulfill that frontman role like Tom did in that band.

[SteveMacD]

Mike sounds pretty darn close to Tom and isn't an outside singer. But I just don't know that he can fulfill that frontman role like Tom did in that band.

I agree, which is why I think Lukas Nelson is the guy.

[Macfan4life]

Mike says he talked to Mick recently and discussed Fleetwood Mac and Mick said it all "hinges on Stevie?"
I see a Sheryl Crow-esque Fleetwood Mac reunion in the future. It may not even include John. But if Mick said that means he's asking Stevie or begging Stevie once she is done with her tour.
Mick needs money/

[bwboy]

FFS, if the Heartbreakers wanted to do shows, there’s one stupidly, blatantly obvious guy to take the helm. He’s an artist in his own right, his voice would work well on Tom’s songs, and he’s not remotely intimidated by walking in the footsteps of an American legend.

Lukas Nelson (https://youtu.be/wTUMku1sn1A).

A bit of name recognition helps when replacing someone as famous as Tom Petty was. Admittedly, I’m out of the loop when it comes to music today, but I have no idea who Lukas Nelson is.

[Villavic]

Humm.. he said "“I spoke to Mick [Fleetwood] not too long ago, and it’s kind of up to Stevie if she wants to go in that direction".

I don't think Stevie would be interested to re activate the band. Besides, no Lindsey, no Christine, and very likely no John, there is no point.

If Mick needs money again, she could hired him as drummer in her solo tours, and sing more Mac songs (if that means more revenue to Mick).

[jbrownsjr]

Call it Fleetwood Nicks, but don't call it Fleetwood Mac. Please God, no. Enough destruction for your ego. Enough is enough is enough.

[HomerMcvie]

A bit of name recognition helps when replacing someone as famous as Tom Petty was. Admittedly, I’m out of the loop when it comes to music today, but I have no idea who Lukas Nelson is.

Willie Nelson's son.

[HomerMcvie]

Call it Fleetwood Nicks, but don't call it Fleetwood Mac. Please God, no. Enough destruction for your ego. Enough is enough is enough.

Mick's pathetic loserness, and Stevie's massive bloated ego...

PLEASE let it be over.

[UnwindedDreams]

Enough is enough is enough.
Next covers in the Fleetwood Mac setlist: No More Tears duet between Neil and Stevie dedicated to Lindsey?
Bad Girls with drum solo by Mick

[jbrownsjr]

Next covers in the Fleetwood Mac setlist: No More Tears duet between Neil and Stevie dedicated to Lindsey?
Bad Girls with drum solo by Mick

Saved by Zero!

[Villavic]

Next covers in the Fleetwood Mac setlist: No More Tears duet between Neil and Stevie dedicated to Lindsey?
Bad Girls with drum solo by Mick

Well Mick doesn't stop till he gets enough (money). That means never stops.

[jbrownsjr]

To be fair. Mick is the reason this board exists. Say what you want about him, but he's kept FMAC going and going and going.

Having said that, There are other ways for him to make some dough. Everyone deserves a living. Just do it with your boss, Le Nicks and call it something else.

I do see them calling it FMAC. I swear they will find a way to do it without the McVie's and Buck even if they needed to. But I promise, they will do it if they can. The environment is right for it.

[sleepless child]

I'm surprised at this point it's still a consideration. Of course Mick didn't really mean it when he said at the Grammy's FM was probably done with the loss of Christine.

[UnwindedDreams]

Saved by Zero!
Oh well, I thought you’d have said MacArthur Park. Maybe I love The Queen of Disco too much.

[jbrownsjr]

I'm surprised at this point it's still a consideration. Of course Mick didn't really mean it when he said at the Grammy's FM was probably done with the loss of Christine.

And Christine McVie was never coming back. Lindsey was never coming back. It always starts with this bs. With the loss of Chris, ...."probably over".

Of course he's going to say that. It was her tribute. :shocked:

[HomerMcvie]

To be fair. Mick is the reason this board exists. Say what you want about him, but he's kept FMAC going and going and going.

Having said that, There are other ways for him to make some dough. Everyone deserves a living. Just do it with your boss, Le Nicks and call it something else.

I do see them calling it FMAC. I swear they will find a way to do it without the McVie's and Buck even if they needed to. But I promise, they will do it if they can. The environment is right for it.
It's called INVESTMENTS. They provide you with enough income for the rest of your life(no matter how long you live). Maybe not Stevie money, but enough to live on comfortably.

But yeah, Old Goatsy should just hire him as her drummer or percussionist. That's the easy answer. Fleetwood Mac is dead.

[David]

It's called INVESTMENTS. They provide you with enough income for the rest of your life(no matter how long you live).

This. His CFP should have convinced him 20 years ago to move half of all the cash he had into a Roth IRA invested in an S&P 500 mutual index fund. (There’s an annual contribution cap for IRAs but no cap on total account value.) He’d have plenty without resorting to selling wine at Costco or silly electro-vests or all the crazy gadgets he’s been involved in.

[Macfan4life]

Humm.. he said "“I spoke to Mick [Fleetwood] not too long ago, and it’s kind of up to Stevie if she wants to go in that direction".

I don't think Stevie would be interested to re activate the band. Besides, no Lindsey, no Christine, and very likely no John, there is no point.

If Mick needs money again, she could hired him as drummer in her solo tours, and sing more Mac songs (if that means more revenue to Mick).
You have not been paying attention. (Unfortunately) Lindsey has always said he would go back. Mick changed his tune too and said he was open to having Lindsey back. Its true Stevie does not need Fleetwood Mac. But IMHO she has guilt that the only way she in her mind can get over it is to make (fake) amends with Lindsey on stage again. Its very predictable. It may not be a long tour but I have always said it would happen. Its not what I want to happen but I strongly believe it will happen. Stevie is proving she can still do it. Lindsey can still do it. Mick can do it and needs money. I think John is done though. I can see Dan Perfect being asked to partake.
BTW all of this is in the upcoming book.

[HomerMcvie]

This. His CFP should have convinced him 20 years ago to move half of all the cash he had into a Roth IRA invested in an S&P 500 mutual index fund. (There’s an annual contribution cap for IRAs but no cap on total account value.) He’d have plenty without resorting to selling wine at Costco or silly electro-vests or all the crazy gadgets he’s been involved in.

Mick's never been smart enough to do these things. He always wanted to live like Stevie, on 1/10th of her money.
I've got an IRA, but also(right or wrong) invested a bunch of money into two different annuities, only because they're guaranteed for life. My biggest fear is living to be 95, but running out of money at 80.

[aleuzzi]

Mick's pathetic loserness, and Stevie's massive bloated ego...

PLEASE let it be over.

Don’t dream it’s over and over…

[aleuzzi]

And Christine McVie was never coming back. Lindsey was never coming back. It always starts with this bs. With the loss of Chris, ...."probably over".

Of course he's going to say that. It was her tribute. :shocked:

Seriously, it’s over. They might try to do something but it won’t mean a thing…

[jbrownsjr]

Seriously, it’s over. They might try to do something but it won’t mean a thing…

dowop do wop do wop do wop do wop

[BigAl84]

Mick's never been smart enough to do these things. He always wanted to live like Stevie, on 1/10th of her money.
I've got an IRA, but also(right or wrong) invested a bunch of money into two different annuities, only because they're guaranteed for life. My biggest fear is living to be 95, but running out of money at 80.

People hate on annuities, but there's nothing wrong with buying a little peace of mind knowing you will have a guaranteed cash flow coming in despite whatever the market is doing.

[HomerMcvie]

People hate on annuities, but there's nothing wrong with buying a little peace of mind knowing you will have a guaranteed cash flow coming in despite whatever the market is doing.

That's IT. I've got no kids to worry about. I've got two financial planners, and we went through ALL the options, marking them off one by one, until we were left with annuities. It's about guaranteed cash flow for the rest of your life. Now, that said.......if I die before about 77, I lost, because it takes that long to be into "THEIR" money. But if I live to be 95, I was sucking off of their teat for the last 18 years. It's a gamble. But like I said, my greatest fear is outliving the money. I can't, this way. Hell, if I KNEW I was going to die at 65, I could be traveling the world constantly, NOW. With my luck, I'll probably die the day I enter into THEIR money territory.:laugh:

EDIT - I'll add, that if you find out that you're terminally ill, you CAN cash it out, and spend your money on hookers and blow.

[BigAl84]

EDIT - I'll add, that if you find out that you're terminally ill, you CAN cash it out, and spend your money on hookers and blow.

Oh, I totally assumed you would have that all buttoned up before you signed off on anything! :]:]

[HomerMcvie]

Oh, I totally assumed you would have that all buttoned up before you signed off on anything! :]:]

Never underestimate the value of those two things in life.

Especially the latter...:woohoo:

[bwboy]

Willie Nelson's son.

Wow, I had no idea Willie had a son who was a singer. Pretty cool.

[HomerMcvie]

Wow, I had no idea Willie had a son who was a singer. Pretty cool.

I did sound for him 4-5 years ago. He's a nice, talented guy.

[jbrownsjr]

I did sound for him 4-5 years ago. He's a nice, talented guy.

As are you, Homie.

[BrownEyedGirl26]

It's called INVESTMENTS. They provide you with enough income for the rest of your life(no matter how long you live). Maybe not Stevie money, but enough to live on comfortably.

But yeah, Old Goatsy should just hire him as her drummer or percussionist. That's the easy answer. Fleetwood Mac is dead.

Personally, I don't really mind what they call themselves. It could be 'Buckingham, Nicks And Fleetwood', for example. "Just get some ribbons and some bows, and get back out on the road again!"

The clock is ticking and it won't ever stop, so please, for the love of their fans make amends and finish their careers as they started all those years ago.

None of us are getting any younger and other singers and members of other bands are passing away every day, as are members of this forum!:wavey:

[HomerMcvie]

As are you, Homie.

Thanks, my friend. :xoxo:

[HomerMcvie]

Personally, I don't really mind what they call themselves. It could be 'Buckingham, Nicks And Fleetwood', for example. "Just get some ribbons and some bows, and get back out on the road again!"

The clock is ticking and it won't ever stop, so please, for the love of their fans make amends and finish their careers as they started all those years ago.

None of us are getting any younger and other singers and members of other bands are passing away every day, as are members of this forum!:wavey:

Nope. Stevie already ruined the ending of FM. Christine is dead. We had all five back together, and that old hag Stevie had to ruin it.

[Villavic]

Personally, I don't really mind what they call themselves. It could be 'Buckingham, Nicks And Fleetwood', for example.

The Fleebuckicks!!!
The Stelindmicks!!!

[SteveMacD]

Wow, I had no idea Willie had a son who was a singer. Pretty cool.

He actually has two, the other being Micah. He also has a daughter, Paula, who sings and is a SiriusXM radio host.

Lukas is also an amazing guitarist.