FM mention in greatest music comebacks article

Livia · #1 11-21-2005, 11:11 AM

http://www.earvolution.com/2005/11/j...f-greatest.asp

7. Fleetwood Mac (1997)

A human resources manager's nightmare, the Rumours era lineup of Fleetwood Mac flagrantly flaunted the absence of a non-fraternization policy amongst rock bands. With Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks progressing through the death throes of their relationship and John and Christine McVie's marriage dissolving, the band channeled their angst into the music and produced one of the defining albums of the seventies. By the time Buckingham left the band in 1987, relationships had mended but without the sexual tension and Fleetwood Mac's magic had long expired. However, it didn't stop them from recording well into the 90s. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Rumours (and to make gobs and gobs of cash), Buckingham and Nick rejoined the McVies and steadfast drummer Mick Fleetwood for an MTV reunion that paved the way for a successful US tour. The 1997 comeback didn't yield much new music, however, it did solidify Fleetwood Mac's position as one of the most successful bands of the baby boomer generation.

Fleetwood Mac's comeback typifies the "Return From Obscurity" comeback which could be best summed up by L.L. Cool J's quip "don't call it a comeback, I been here for years." L.L.'s quote bears much truth

DavidMn · #2 11-21-2005, 11:49 AM

INteresing. Thanks for sharing that.

danax6 · #3 11-21-2005, 12:18 PM

"...and to make gobs and gobs of cash..."

dissention · #4 11-21-2005, 12:21 PM

That list kind of, well, sucks. Where's Tina Turner? That's probably the greatest comeback in history.

The Mac doesn't belong on there if you ask me, it wasn't one of the greatest comebacks.

Livia · #5 11-21-2005, 12:22 PM

And WTF w/ Donny Osmond?

dissention · #6 11-21-2005, 12:24 PM

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And WTF w/ Donny Osmond?

No ****!

DavidMn · #7 11-21-2005, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by dissention

That list kind of, well, sucks. Where's Tina Turner? That's probably the greatest comeback in history.

The Mac doesn't belong on there if you ask me, it wasn't one of the greatest comebacks.

I agree with you. Even though I dont care for her at all, what she went through is incredible.

JazmenFlowers · #8 11-21-2005, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by dissention

That list kind of, well, sucks. Where's Tina Turner? That's probably the greatest comeback in history.

A freaking MEN!!!

Stevie_Buck · #9 11-22-2005, 07:29 AM

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Fleetwood Mac flagrantly flaunted the absence of a non-fraternization...

Wow... say that five times fast.

Sahara · #10 11-30-2005, 12:38 PM

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Wow... say that five times fast.

Dear GOD, your signature pic is the cutest thing I've seen in ages!

My only question is WHERE?!

Mageboy25 · #11 12-01-2005, 05:30 AM

I do not think anyone will ever top off the Tina comeback:

She was divorced and had NOTHING in 1976

Played crap clubs, and opening slots for years

Finally by the mid 80s she was selling out football stadiums across the globe!

Mageboy25 · #12 12-01-2005, 05:41 AM

That list is bull shiiit.

What about Heart???? In my opinion their 85 comeback was bigger (in regards to how low they had been for 5 years) than the Fmac 97 comeback.

And what about Cher, shiiittt. Her HUGE Believe 99 comeback sold out shows for her for years to come. After being in the business for 35 years, Believe was the biggest hit of her career. It went to #1 in country after country.

Never say never.....