stevie's cigs
 

what brand of cigarettes did stevie used to smoke?

Kool Menthol's - I think

Yeah, but in the 'Tango' video documentary they showed on HBO in 1987, the band is rehearsing 'Everywhere' I guess at a soundcheck, and Stevie is holding what appears to be a looooooong cigarette. Like, one of those 'Virginia Ultra Light Extra Longs' or some other such. A 'Kool' is a regular sized (ie, king-sized) cigarette. No?

I was shocked when I saw that in 1987 (I had taped it on my vcr) and kept rewinding back to the glimpse of her holding a coffin-nail. I couldn't believe that a singer would risk damage to her voice like that. Well, fast forward to the 21st century and give a listen to the first verse of 'Destiny Rules' and see what smoking (and other vices) can do.

Yeah, that shot is also on the TITN DVD. I love that denim jacket. It reaks of the 80's. :laugh:

Meow! Hiss!

Just to take the contrarian opinion, I don't think anyone has flamed more fags than Christine McVie! Not even Stevie. Yet, her voice has gotten higher and lovelier over the years.

I happen to love her voice on "Destiny Rules." I think she intentionally delivered it in a low, croaky register... it sets that haunting, creepy tone for the rest of the song. Perfection! The young Stevie could NEVER have been able to pull off that song.

I know what you mean, but :laugh:

Kool makes long cigarettes. Affectionately referred to as "supa longs" by the people that smoke them.

On ITM her voice was definitely lovely and rich, but I don't think it was higher.

Michele

So does Chris still smoke? I know we don't belive Stevie does.

goldustsongbird: HOly sh!t--that photo you have up is freaky!!

My last.fm is not freaky. :mad:

Thanks. :laugh: I think he's kinda cute, in his own little goaty way. His dental hygiene leaves something to be desired, but I can live with that.

I can't :shocked:

Maybe you could help him then? I'll pay you! :thumbsup:

I'm sure she'd love to. If you pay her she'll do anything, and I'm speaking from experience.