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Originally Posted by FuzzyPlum
It’s often mentioned that Fleetwood Mac outsold both The Beatles and The Rolling Stones in 1969. But is that an actual fact? There’s no doubting it was a really great year for the band. A number 1 single. A couple of number 2’s and a hit album (#6). But is there any statistical proof to back this up? What’s the source? I know it’s something Mick says (and I’m sure he mentioned it in his first book). Is this notion purely based on Mick Fleetwood’s assertion?
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I'm pretty sure Mike Vernon also said this, and he might have known better than mick. but as for statistical records etc, i don't know if those are out there. FM was def a very big band in the UK...for that one year, maybe it happened..
--Lis