A response to promoting IN YOUR DREAMS. Why?

[Aussie W/Heart]

Originally Posted by Eponymous

If that many people were actually involved in choosing the singles from IYD, then shame on all of them. IMHO, “Secret Love” was one of the weakest songs on the album (“Cheaper Than Free” is maybe a bit weaker). FWIW was a great second single, but the first single needed to be a strong, catchy song. Several songs on the album qualified, but were not chosen. Although I personally like “Italian Summer,” I know it isn’t good single material because it needs a string section, and it would be difficult to perform night after night on tour. Even though I don’t consider the album to be a “flop," I am so sorry that it was mishandled from the singles standpoint. Despite the extensive publicity push with all of the appearances and TV spots, it did not garner the attention it deserved. That’s a shame.

I totally agree, its so frustrating that Stevie's industry people, seem to ALWAYS get it SO wrong, they continue to sabotage Stevie music time after time and it really pis*es me off.. Stevie promoted her butt off all year,( an Album she is very proud of as are her fans) behind a not so good first single.. On the other hand Moonlight, WSS, GAG or New Orleans, much better choice in IMHO.. Same goes for TISL, Everyday was also another poor choice..

I imagine that all these knuckleheads get payed big bucks for their so called skills in marketing knowledge, hit predictions etc.. This has been going on since the very beginning of Fleetwood Mac & Stevie's Solo career, its such a shame !!