Do we really want a new Fleetwood Mac album?

[michelej1]

Originally Posted by elle

btw, This is 40 songs that some around here rave about

I dislike them.

Michele

[Lindsfan]

Originally Posted by michelej1

I dislike them.

Michele

I love his songs on TI40 Like Elle said, even amongst Lindsey's fans, there are different likes and dislikes, loves and, as Rockaway put it, stuff we think is crap Which is why I would never dismiss an album or ep as being bad, until I heard it for myself.

[michelej1]

Originally Posted by Lindsfan

I love his songs on TI40 Like Elle said, even amongst Lindsey's fans, there are different likes and dislikes, loves and, as Rockaway put it, stuff we think is crap Which is why I would never dismiss an album or ep as being bad, until I heard it for myself.

I'd dismiss an album or EP as being bad without hearing it for myself, if I was disinclined to dislike it anyway. Sometimes people don't WANT to like things. I tend to listen to FM things over and over again, even if they stink though.

Anyway, since it sounds like that This is 40 stuff was spun out in 10 minutes, I am somewhat confident that none of the FM songs will sound like that. Fingers crossed.

Michele

[elle]

Originally Posted by michelej1

I'd dismiss an album or EP as being bad without hearing it for myself, if I was disinclined to dislike it anyway. Sometimes people don't WANT to like things. I tend to listen to FM things over and over again, even if they stink though.

i'm thinking you have one too many dis- in that sentence?

agree about people many times deciding against or for some things upfront.

[SteveMacD]

EP was okay. Not great, not awful, not groundbreaking (though I think that was kind of the point). It's just kind of there.

I think "Sad Angel" is a good enough song that sounds like it could've gone on SYW. I was never a big fan of "Without You," and this just sounded like a modern version of that song. I could take or leave "It Takes Time," namely because Lindsey singing a piano song really seems cheesy, especially when he could've done something amazing on the acoustic.

"Miss Fantasy" is the one song I'd like to hear them remake with Christine. I think they could replace the acoustic rhythm guitar with a piano. It would also benefit from organ or synth and fingerstyle guitar on the choruses and the bridge. Of course, they need to get Christine's voice in the mix.

[michelej1]

Originally Posted by elle

i'm thinking you have one too many dis- in that sentence?

Yes, I meant inclined to dislike. I'm just waiting for this tour. Why will people say they aren't going to see it this time? I guess they will still say it's because of the setlist, even if a fifth person is there they'll say, "I'm not going just to hear the same setlist I heard back in 1942."

My Grandma used to say that to me about I Love Lucy. She'd say she's not watching because she saw the episode when it first aired. Fifty years earlier. I doubt she was watching that closely the first time anyway.

Michele

[gssmith]

I liked the EP even though Stevie didn't contribute much except lovely back g vocals and a song that wasn't recorded for good reason. I think Stevie has plenty of songs but didn't want to contribute. I remember her saying something about no more FWM albums unless Chis is there. I'm sure she will be more active in the studio since she doesn't have obligations else where. At least I hope, then she can't have anything to bitch about.

We don't have a clue what the album will sound like. I agree that SWY/In the mean time would have been great if you took the 4 best songs from each of the three.

I'm not Lindsey's biggest fan, but I love SA and MF from EP. I like him best as a safe rocker, not too weirded out, for me Tusk was good because of the ladies. I really liked how SYW had weird songs for people who like that and mainstream stuff too. I think the knew album will have some of that kind of compromise, at least it should.
We should all expect an average album: 3 songs just as amazing as any thing they've ever done, 3-5 average fillers, and 3-5 skippers. Let's be realistic, most albums in general are like that. FWM included, even with three different writers. One of the problems about being a huge fan, we expect perfection always.

[vivfox]

Originally Posted by gssmith

I liked the EP even though Stevie didn't contribute much except she will be more active in the studio since she doesn't have obligations else where. At least I hope, then she can't have anything to bitch about.


We should all expect an average album: 3 songs just as amazing as any thing they've ever done, 3-5 average fillers, and 3-5 skippers. Let's be realistic, most albums in general are like that. FWM included, even with three different writers. One of the problems about being a huge fan, we expect perfection always.

Stevie always finds something to complain about.

[HomerMcvie]

Originally Posted by Lindsfan

I'm surprised at that, HomerMcvie. I would have thought you to be the type to want to hear it for yourself, and form your own opinion. It's funny how people just read a review or two and make a decision on something. Not just with music, but with travel, or anything else they're looking to purchase. Something expensive, like a cruise, or a new car, I can see paying attention to the negative reviews, but something like an ep from a band that I like, I would definitely want to hear it for myself, and make my own decision. Especially from a band like FM, where half the reviews aren't even based on the music You go into iTunes and someone gives it one star because Stevie wasn't on it. What a thoughtful review!

I like the EP. It could have been better if the whole band had been on board, but Lindsey wanted something new to give to the fans, rather than repeating the hits tour. He was kind of damned if he did, damned if he didn't. Without the whole band involved, I would rather have had Lindsey being more Lindsey, rather than trying to be FM friendly, and that's my main complaint. But, the music is catchy, and I enjoy it, and I'm glad he made the effort.

That is a more than fair sentiment. Wasn't it digital DL only? Hell, I don't even know. I've never seen a physical copy in stores. Not that I, nor the masses, even look for now.... Sorry. But if Chris comes back for an album, I'll beat ur Mama out of the way, to get mah copy!

[iamnotafraid]

I just want an album that I can play guitar to.

[singertobe]

Yes we do because Stevie has a lot of songs that we know she's dying to release

[jbrownsjr]

Originally Posted by singertobe

Yes we do because Stevie has a lot of songs that we know she's dying to release

Hopefully she's writing new tunes as well.

[secondhandchain]

I can bet Christine coming back in the band and writing new songs has put a fire under her ass. She's got stuff to write about as well. Her mother, Chris's return.

[cliffdweller]

Originally Posted by shackin'up

I still think they should go in with songideas and record an album with
Jack White as a producer with a deadline of 4 months. He can do that.

Lol! As much as I would love to see this pairing, I don't think Jack White would be interested in babysitting this group of spoiled rock stars. He'd probably strangle them all!

[michelej1]

Originally Posted by cliffdweller

Lol! As much as I would love to see this pairing, I don't think Jack White would be interested in babysitting this group of spoiled rock stars. He'd probably strangle them all!

I'm in accord. I think Jack White would be good for Lindsey and Christine's solo work. Even Stevie and if he worked with her, I'd like him to play up her country elements.

I don't see him with FM really, though.

Michele