MSG - Oct 6

[blackcat]

I was there too! It almost feels unnecessary to post a review since so many videos are doing an amazing job capturing the show. I had a VIP ticket but skipped out on going to the M&G after, thankfully, hearing SadAngel86 describe it. For me it was more fun to grab dinner before the show with a friend in NYC and not sit around or stand around while things are disorganized. Actual M&G aside, the seats were wonderful and the show was amazing!!! The last time I saw the "complete" Rumours lineup was Atlantic City, November, 1997! It was a different world at that time. Now, almost everyone has a cell phone, and almost no one has a lighter!

Yes, there were "crickets" chirping before the show began, then the lights lowered. I don't know that I've ever heard why crickets are used. (RATS! I should have gone to the M&G and asked that!)

You all know the set list, you have all the video! What was #1 special about the show was the presence of Christine, who didn't miss a note, who didn't look the least bit nervous and to have the opportunity to hear her singing again LIVE. She looks fabulous! I was also wanting to see John in a major way--he is definitely leaner in appearance, but the man stood his ground the whole time and was grinning and clapping when Christine was introduced. Lis, maybe you'll get your dream ending yet. Of course the other special thing about seeing Fleetwood Mac was the music! And seeing them right in front of you LIVE!

Stevie is beyond happy. She's playful, she's engaging, and she looks not a day over 35 up there. Someone in the front row startled her at the end of Sisters Of The Moon (a noise) and her reaction was priceless. And you guys remember Stevie's Gold Dust Woman performance on Bob Welch's video? The mini skirt and dancing around? Well, it's back and the lady can still "sell it." I remember on the Bob Welch video Stevie said, "FM never lets me play GDW that long." I guess she got her wish this tour. It was wonderful to hear her pull out Sisters and Seven Wonders! From the videos I have seen, it looks as if Stevie is becoming more and more confident with both of those songs. I think Halloween will be quite a night for Sisters. Stevie's performing ability is stronger than ever!

Lindsey is a dynamo! A total consumate performer and he looks particularly handsome in his short black waistcoat. (happy to see the leather jacket and tshirt gone!) Stevie must have told him to "tone it up a bit." We are spoiled, aren't we? We have seen this genious do "Big Love" and "I'm So Afraid" so many times that we are, perhaps, jaded. Lindsey is the guitar master. He puts it all out for the fans every time. The musicians work hard. They play on almost every song--except Lindsey's solo spots. There is no break time for him.

Seriously, the all looked beautiful up on the stage. Mick is still his wild and crazy self--I know there is back up behind the stage for all of them, but Mick does not quit the entire show either. The man has been working out and it shows. I have no idea what he is saying most of the time during World Turning, but he does engage everyone. No vest this time, kids.

I was in the front center area, and it looked like the front and sides of the floor were standing throughout the entire show. Can't speak for the back of the floor as I couldn't see it. The arena was packed out! People were singing and clapping and having a blast. There was a drunk young man in the audience center front, that would periodically climb up on his chair and waving his arms as if to lead the singing. I was waiting for him to topple over onto a rowmate. There was a young lady almost directly in front of Stevie who was holding up a sign frequently during the show that said something to the effect of "STEVIE, It's BRETT'S BIRTHDAY" and was directing Stevie to acknowledge Brett. It's probably best not to try to give Stevie stage directions from the audience. Besides, it apparently blocked the view of a lot of people behind her, but she kept holding it up while the band was actually performing. Bad timing and manners on her part, and, I suspect, she probably mortified Brett. The band ignored her until the end, when Christine said, "I can't read that." People around the young lady were a little more direct about where her sign should have been placed.

Souvenirs? The same shirts that were on the FM selling website. There were mugs, key chains. No tour boooks. This was an outting that was put together, mostly to get the "rust off." They needn't worry: "Fleetwood Mac is back." They are strong! I had a wonderful time catching up with some NYC Fleetwood Mac friends again, too! Don't miss your chance to catch this band! BTW, I passed Joy Behar on the way to my seat! Turns out she's a big FM fan too!