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[Bandon]

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Stevie Nicks "In Your Dreams"
Stream Stevie Nicks' new album, including a song she wrote in the 70's that didn't make the cut on "Rumors."

Fleetwood Mac had two distinct periods of major success as a band: first in the 1960's lead by founder and guitarist Peter Green with an awesome blues sound that few seem to be aware of -- and later in the 1970's with Lindsey Buckingham replacing Green, who had spiraled into madness after taking large does of acid. Buckingham brought his girlfriend, a pretty thing with a sultry voice, with him into the band and Stevie Nicks emerged as the indisputable queen of 70's rock and roll.

The band was fantastic, but it was Nicks that catapulted them to new heights with her inimitable style and the hits she wrote, like "Dreams" and "Landslide." She's returned with a solo record for the first time in 10 years, called "In Your Dreams" with the help of Eurythmics guitarist Dave Stewart, co-producing. Rolling Stone has the album up and streaming here.

Nicks, now 62 years old, pursues the same magical and lovelorn themes she did when she was 22. In fact, the track "Secret Love" was written in the mid 70's about an affair she was having as her relationship with Buckingham fell apart during the recording of "Rumors."

"I have really tried to remember who it was about," Nicks told Spinner, "but at the end of 1975, the world was spinning around us so fast, and we were meeting people every other day. There were gorgeous men and gorgeous women everywhere. We were fast and beautiful and crazy."

There are a few charmers on this album such as "Annabel Lee" and closer "Cheaper than Free." "Soldier's Angel" even recalls some of that old Fleetwood Mac sound, but there are some real duds too, and Stewart's no Lindsey Buckingham with a guitar. The ZZ Top licks on "Ghosts are Gone" are particularly troubling. This record's probably not for the 20 and 30 somethings who have been breathing new life into Fleetwood Mac and old Stevie Nicks records again for the past decade, but it's nice to hear Stevie musing again all the same.

http://www.ifc.com/news/2011/04/stev...our-dreams.php


I think the reviewer is right, "Ghosts are Gone" does have a ZZ Top kind of sound. I really like the song.

[KarmaContestant]

Originally Posted by Bandon

This record's probably not for the 20 and 30 somethings who have been breathing new life into Fleetwood Mac and old Stevie Nicks records again for the past decade, but it's nice to hear Stevie musing again all the same.

Pfft.

Whatever. This 30-something is quite pleased, thank you!

[Jondalar]

Originally Posted by Bandon

IFC News

Stevie Nicks "In Your Dreams"
Stream Stevie Nicks' new album, including a song she wrote in the 70's that didn't make the cut on "Rumors."

Fleetwood Mac had two distinct periods of major success as a band: first in the 1960's lead by founder and guitarist Peter Green with an awesome blues sound that few seem to be aware of -- and later in the 1970's with Lindsey Buckingham replacing Green, who had spiraled into madness after taking large does of acid. Buckingham brought his girlfriend, a pretty thing with a sultry voice, with him into the band and Stevie Nicks emerged as the indisputable queen of 70's rock and roll.

The band was fantastic, but it was Nicks that catapulted them to new heights with her inimitable style and the hits she wrote, like "Dreams" and "Landslide." She's returned with a solo record for the first time in 10 years, called "In Your Dreams" with the help of Eurythmics guitarist Dave Stewart, co-producing. Rolling Stone has the album up and streaming here.

Nicks, now 62 years old, pursues the same magical and lovelorn themes she did when she was 22. In fact, the track "Secret Love" was written in the mid 70's about an affair she was having as her relationship with Buckingham fell apart during the recording of "Rumors."

"I have really tried to remember who it was about," Nicks told Spinner, "but at the end of 1975, the world was spinning around us so fast, and we were meeting people every other day. There were gorgeous men and gorgeous women everywhere. We were fast and beautiful and crazy."

There are a few charmers on this album such as "Annabel Lee" and closer "Cheaper than Free." "Soldier's Angel" even recalls some of that old Fleetwood Mac sound, but there are some real duds too, and Stewart's no Lindsey Buckingham with a guitar. The ZZ Top licks on "Ghosts are Gone" are particularly troubling. This record's probably not for the 20 and 30 somethings who have been breathing new life into Fleetwood Mac and old Stevie Nicks records again for the past decade, but it's nice to hear Stevie musing again all the same.

http://www.ifc.com/news/2011/04/stev...our-dreams.php


I think the reviewer is right, "Ghosts are Gone" does have a ZZ Top kind of sound. I really like the song.

I think they will like this, give thems some credit. Hell, that guy is not a real reviewer.

[tabruns]

Originally Posted by Bandon

IFC News

Stevie Nicks "In Your Dreams"
Stream Stevie Nicks' new album, including a song she wrote in the 70's that didn't make the cut on "Rumors."

Fleetwood Mac had two distinct periods of major success as a band: first in the 1960's lead by founder and guitarist Peter Green with an awesome blues sound that few seem to be aware of -- and later in the 1970's with Lindsey Buckingham replacing Green, who had spiraled into madness after taking large does of acid. Buckingham brought his girlfriend, a pretty thing with a sultry voice, with him into the band and Stevie Nicks emerged as the indisputable queen of 70's rock and roll.

The band was fantastic, but it was Nicks that catapulted them to new heights with her inimitable style and the hits she wrote, like "Dreams" and "Landslide." She's returned with a solo record for the first time in 10 years, called "In Your Dreams" with the help of Eurythmics guitarist Dave Stewart, co-producing. Rolling Stone has the album up and streaming here.

Nicks, now 62 years old, pursues the same magical and lovelorn themes she did when she was 22. In fact, the track "Secret Love" was written in the mid 70's about an affair she was having as her relationship with Buckingham fell apart during the recording of "Rumors."

"I have really tried to remember who it was about," Nicks told Spinner, "but at the end of 1975, the world was spinning around us so fast, and we were meeting people every other day. There were gorgeous men and gorgeous women everywhere. We were fast and beautiful and crazy."

There are a few charmers on this album such as "Annabel Lee" and closer "Cheaper than Free." "Soldier's Angel" even recalls some of that old Fleetwood Mac sound, but there are some real duds too, and Stewart's no Lindsey Buckingham with a guitar. The ZZ Top licks on "Ghosts are Gone" are particularly troubling. This record's probably not for the 20 and 30 somethings who have been breathing new life into Fleetwood Mac and old Stevie Nicks records again for the past decade, but it's nice to hear Stevie musing again all the same.

http://www.ifc.com/news/2011/04/stev...our-dreams.php


I think the reviewer is right, "Ghosts are Gone" does have a ZZ Top kind of sound. I really like the song.

The reviewer's full of it, there aren't any duds.

[Jondalar]

Originally Posted by tabruns

The reviewer's full of it, there aren't any duds.

He's not a real reviewer.

[SortaSavageLike]

Originally Posted by Bandon

and later in the 1970's with Lindsey Buckingham replacing Green,

That's totally what happened.

[louielouie2000]

Originally Posted by Bandon

I think the reviewer is right, "Ghosts are Gone" does have a ZZ Top kind of sound. I really like the song.

Oh my God, I don't think I ever would have placed that myself, but it's sooo spot on! Must be why I *LOVE* the song! I'm a born Texan, and so I grew up with ZZ Top as like a background of my life. I don't care that some don't like the harder, guitar oriented nature of this album. I freaking love it... rocker chick Stevie is my fav Stevie.

[wayner]

NY Times... April 29 2011 ... Arts & Entertainment Section.. page C23

What have we here ???


a PHOTO of Ms Nicks with the captioning

*STEVIE NICKS ( Wednesday) The swirling,ethereal heart of Fleetwood Mac,Ms Nicks Oozes a timeless,intoxicating grace that few singers achieve and even fewer maintain.Her Craggy vocals (still) convey so much emotion they can catch you off guard.At 8:00PM,webster hall,125 East 11Street,East Village.... SOLD OUT !!!!

[SapphireSister]

I wonder what she's thinking and how she's feeling right now about blowing up in the press more than she has in a long time?

[RockAlot]

Originally Posted by wayner

NY Times... April 29 2011 ... Arts & Entertainment Section.. page C23

What have we here ???


a PHOTO of Ms Nicks with the captioning

*STEVIE NICKS ( Wednesday) The swirling,ethereal heart of Fleetwood Mac,Ms Nicks Oozes a timeless,intoxicating grace that few singers achieve and even fewer maintain.Her Craggy vocals (still) convey so much emotion they can catch you off guard.At 8:00PM,webster hall,125 East 11Street,East Village.... SOLD OUT !!!!

This alone is a major feat for our girl!!

[GarboSpeaks!]

Could I persuade any NYC'ers to get me a copy? I can pay for item and shipping or make a trade.

[Bandon]

Craggy vocals ?? That's a new one. LMAO

[Christopher]

Originally Posted by wayner

NY Times... April 29 2011 ... Arts & Entertainment Section.. page C23

What have we here ???



a PHOTO of Ms Nicks with the captioning

*STEVIE NICKS ( Wednesday) The swirling,ethereal heart of Fleetwood Mac,Ms Nicks Oozes a timeless,intoxicating grace that few singers achieve and even fewer maintain.Her Craggy vocals (still) convey so much emotion they can catch you off guard.At 8:00PM,webster hall,125 East 11Street,East Village.... SOLD OUT !!!!

Uploaded and added the picture (for your viewing pleasure) from the NY Times.

[Macfanforever]

Originally Posted by wayner

NY Times... April 29 2011 ... Arts & Entertainment Section.. page C23

What have we here ???


a PHOTO of Ms Nicks with the captioning

*STEVIE NICKS ( Wednesday) The swirling,ethereal heart of Fleetwood Mac,Ms Nicks Oozes a timeless,intoxicating grace that few singers achieve and even fewer maintain.Her Craggy vocals (still) convey so much emotion they can catch you off guard.At 8:00PM,webster hall,125 East 11Street,East Village.... SOLD OUT !!!!

Wow they said it sold out. also the first time hearing the word Craggy.

[ontheEdgeof17]

Originally Posted by Christopher

Uploaded and added the picture (for your viewing pleasure) from the NY Times.

amazing shot! breathtaking.