Fm Channel May 1 On Sirius

[lovethemac1]

I am just so angry with all of them that I found it a bit difficult to even want to turn on the channel. Yes, I had to take a deep breath and really will myself to do it.

But I did, and found myself with a few tears, listening to Christine talk about Lindsey. She was praising everything about him and his songs. That just struck me as more sad.

Then I heard Mick talking about the "Bob Welch" era. Hard to believe that he was actually referring to the man himself.......and he actually said that Bob was an important and often missed part of the band, and no longer with us. Really, Mick? Could he have not extended the same courtesy while the guy was alive?

THEN Neil Finn came on, and talked about FM, and I thought "What twilight zone am I in??" I have nothing negative to say about him or Mike, but it just seemed so strange to have someone that I know little about, discussing FM like he is a seasoned member.

The music is really amazing though. The deep tracks are awesome. But I am just one of those people who is so disappointed in the 4 that I struggle internally with this channel right now. Maybe in time it will be better and I can reach that place of loving the music without being bothered by what happened. Right now it just reminds me of what has happened.

And by the way, I loved all 5 equally. And I would be pissed no matter who was voted out. But my disappointment with the remaining 4 is tangible and real. And I'm tired of people saying "just get over it." I will mourn as long as I feel I need to, because to me, this feels like a death.

And I will go see Lindsey on his solo tours, and I will NOT see this group now. I would want to give each and every one of the remaining members the stink eye.......not that they would care.

[Neal]

Originally Posted by lovethemac1

THEN Neil Finn came on, and talked about FM, and I thought "What twilight zone am I in??" I have nothing negative to say about him or Mike, but it just seemed so strange to have someone that I know little about, discussing FM like he is a seasoned member.

Yeah, whenever his voice pops through my speakers it's jarring. And for some reason his bumpers seem to be really long; like everyone else has 10 second soundbites and he gets 3 min. monologues...?

I fault him for nothing, though. Just sayin'.

[lilyfee]

This may be a naive question, but how does Sirius XM work? It seems like it is basically radio in the sense that it is streaming and certain content is scheduled for a certain time. So I’m basically wondering if it is worth it to subscribe or take advantage of a free trial. Is there any way to hear interviews or content mentioned here when it’s not currently airing? For instance, is there an archive that I can click to hear interviews, etc? Or do I just have to catch it on the air?

[Neal]

Originally Posted by lilyfee

This may be a naive question, but how does Sirius XM work? It seems like it is basically radio in the sense that it is streaming and certain content is scheduled for a certain time. So I’m basically wondering if it is worth it to subscribe or take advantage of a free trial. Is there any way to hear interviews or content mentioned here when it’s not currently airing? For instance, is there an archive that I can click to hear interviews, etc? Or do I just have to catch it on the air?

Like any other radio station, it is live. However, they often repeat blocks of programming, especially on the talk stations.

I've never used the website, so I can't speak to that, but I do stream from the app while at work. On there, you can jump around and listen to specific segments; it's the closest thing to an archive I'm aware of.

[Lola]

Originally Posted by lilyfee

This may be a naive question, but how does Sirius XM work? It seems like it is basically radio in the sense that it is streaming and certain content is scheduled for a certain time. So I’m basically wondering if it is worth it to subscribe or take advantage of a free trial. Is there any way to hear interviews or content mentioned here when it’s not currently airing? For instance, is there an archive that I can click to hear interviews, etc? Or do I just have to catch it on the air?

I have it in the car and at home but I've never paid much attention to how it works, I just listen to stations I like. You can always cancel after the free trial. Why not call them and see what they say?
The FM channel is playing a lot of great stuff. My only complaint so far is they don't explain much about the eras or who the songs were written by as often as I'd like. A standard Rumors era fan could use more info on the non Rumours era songs.

[Feather Blade]

I only have Sirius in the car and have been working at home the last couple of days. Tomorrow I will probably have the usual oppressively long commute though, so hopefully I can finally hear some. It sounds pretty good so far from all your reviews.

[elle]

i've been listening in my car. they play interesting music.

i just cannot stand Mick's voice. and that douche seems to like a lot of music that i do too. on my ride home from work, he selected George Harrison song, than talk at length how much he loves Walk a Thin Line and played that, and then Why.

i want Lindsey's commentary now. and his selections.

[jmn3]

Originally Posted by elle

i've been listening in my car. they play interesting music.

i just cannot stand Mick's voice. and that douche seems to like a lot of music that i do too. on my ride home from work, he selected George Harrison song, than talk at length how much he loves Walk a Thin Line and played that, and then Why.

i want Lindsey's commentary now. and his selections.

He played “All Things Must Pass” just before I got home tonight and I thought “ugh I hate that this pompous jerk likes this wonderful song.” I missed Walk a Thin Line thankfully.

[elle]

Originally Posted by jmn3

He played “All Things Must Pass” just before I got home tonight and I thought “ugh I hate that this pompous jerk likes this wonderful song.” I missed Walk a Thin Line thankfully.

Walk a Thin Line has been my number one request from Lindsey since 2011. i only got that one verse back in 2012 in Chicago Winery.

i knew Mick liked it, he said several times it's probably his favorite rumours era FM song. at one of the m&gs i was trying to get him to push LB / FM to play it. he said - LB NEVER played that live...... i was happy to dispute that considering that one verse. when he heard that, Mick looked at me like i grew several heads.

but i'm still waiting to hear the whole, proper live version of WATL from Lindsey.

and, it was glorious and extremely sad at the same time to hear it on that FM channel today.

[Keith]

I've been listening to it whenever I'm home and I'm pleasantly surprised at how they are doing a terrific job with the playlist - playing the different eras, etc.

I'm not a big fan of the artists influenced by Fleetwood Mac - but the songs played are usually very good.

I hope this station stays around for a while.

Just had to pop in and give my applause for the Fleetwood Mac Sirius XM station.

"You Make Loving Fun" live just started... bam..

[jmn3]

The channel overall is pretty cool. I've heard everything from The Everly Brothers to Peter Green to a bunch of Say You Will tracks. I just have to listen and enjoy and not think about this stupid firing Lindsey stunt. I was late to a meeting today when they were playing Sara from the Tucson 1980 show.

I'm less of a fan of hearing things like Boys of Summer which IMO is beyond a stretch to link to the Fleetwood Mac channel. Additionally, I can't get into hearing Neil Finn talk about the band. It's just bizarre. Hearing someone say "When I got called to join Fleetwood Mac, about three weeks ago now.." about their involvement in a 51 year old band is just jarring and bizarre. I know he's technically in the band now but he has absolutely not one ounce of involvement in any of the music at all unless they start playing audio from that cell phone video rehearsal of The Chain.