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02:20 PM, Jun 08, 2009 |
Date of Concert: 6/6/2009 | Location: Winnipeg, MB, Canada
Fleetwood Mac MTS Centre: Winnipeg, MB Canada June 6/09 4 1/2 out of 5 “Fleetwood Mac Make Their Triumphant Rumoured Appearance At MTS Centre!” Controversy has always been part of the Fleetwood Mac legacy. In the past, sparks have flown over divorces, affairs, infighting and band break ups. Though the band’s personal escapades have mellowed with time, the current tour has not been completely devoid of storm clouds. Most recently, the band postponed 3 concerts in Calgary, Edmonton and Sacramento during the May leg of their Unleashed: Hits Tour 2009 due to undisclosed health concerns. Having driven out to Calgary specifically to see their show, only to have the show postponed at the last minute – I awaited their Winnipeg appearance with some apprehension. But June 6 rolled around, and no cancellation was announced. At 7:45pm, I was in my seat listening to the lulling sound of crickets (in lieu of music) that emanated from the PA. The cricket sounds were relaxing, but given that there was no warm up act, and the band hit the stage a half hour late, the crickets soon became a little grating. At 8:30pm, the lights went out; the crowd roared and the legendary Rumours line up of the group: Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks (sadly without Christine McVie who stopped touring in ’98) took the stage. Though McVie and Fleetwood looked a little long in tooth, Stevie and Lindsey still looked great. Lindsay kicked off the night with his self-penned song Monday Morning off of Fleetwood Mac’s self-titled album. His exuberance was infectious and earned the band an immediate standing ovation. The fans on the floor remained standing for the duration of the show. They kept up the momentum with the instantly recognizable track The Chain culled from their multi-platinum 1977 album Rumours, giving Buckingham a chance to show off both his vocals and lead guitar playing talents. Next up was Fleetwood Mac’s diva in residence Stevie Nicks. Stevie, in the first of her ½ dozen costume changes, looked svelte and demure, attired in black from head to toe that nicely accented her long blonde locks. For her first lead vocal number, she performed the self-penned Rumours hit Dreams. Stevie’s voice was strong, though her performance seemed a bit subdued, particularly after Buckingham’s high energy histrionics – but the two styles complimented each other and this worked more as a plus than a minus. Though Stevie seemed a bit tired initially, her performance thankfully gained strength as the night progressed. By evenings end, she was the twirling gypsy that Fleetwood Mac fans have come to know and love. Stevie and Lindsey both told some entertaining tales about their early days and gave background on how some of the their classic songs were written. Although they alluded to their former romantic relationship, the fire that was once so visible onstage between them seems to have smouldered into embers. Thankfully, the songs themselves remained as vibrant and resonant as the day they were written. In place of former keyboardist/lead vocalist Christine McVie, the band had a competent six piece back group to help flesh out the sound. Six movable rectangular screens helped set the mood with 60’s psychedelia along with twin jumbotrons screens, which spotlighted band members’ performances. Overall, it was Lindsey Buckingham’s vocal and instrumental performances, which garnered the biggest response from the crowd. Highlights included Tusk, his solo performance of Big Love, I’m So Afraid, and, of course, the Rumours smash hit Go Your Own Way. Stevies’s best performances included Dreams, Sara, an acoustic version of Landslide accompanied by Lindsey and a killer version of Stand Back from Stevie’s solo album Wild Heart Though the set list was strong, the missing Christine McVie songs might have been slightly less conspicuous had they included one or two more of Stevie’s solo hits. But perhaps I’m nitpicking. By the end of the show, the band had the entire crowd on its feet with its set closing Rumours masterpiece Go Your Own Way. Drummer Mick Fleetwood took a solo turn in the spotlight during the first encore in World Turning, which was followed by yet another Rumours mega hit Don’t Stop Thinking About Tomorrow. Stevie Nicks closed out the show with a beautiful rendition of Silver Springs. I had to wait almost a month from the original postponed May 12 Calgary show to finally see the band in Winnipeg. But they were definitely worth the wait and the fuss. Here’s hoping the band doesn’t “go their own way” for too long after this tour. It’d be great to see them return to the studio and mount another tour in the next year or two. No doubt fans will be ready for another Mac Attack by then. I know that I will! Rob Rheubottom Winnipeg, MB Canada tarryrob@yahoo.ca
01:47 PM, Jun 08, 2009 |
3.5/5 Around 11,000 fans showed up for Fleetwood Mac, the legendary Anglo-American band almost as famous for their internal romantic strife as for their 40-million-selling 1977 album, Rumours, as well as other multi-platinum records in their extensive career. The promoter expected a sellout, but at nearly $200 a ticket, prices may have been a deterrent, especially in a year in which the concert market in Winnipeg has been over-saturated with shows. Seats in the first two rows on the floor were still available just days beforehand, for example. The focal points of the group are still Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham, who completely revitalized the Mac's career in the '70s. They walked out hand in hand, reminding everyone of the tumultuous love affair that almost broke up the band but which also yielded some fantastic music along the way. Joining them on stage were drummer Mick Fleetwood (who bashed out a drum solo near the end and was mostly unintelligible whenever he spoke), docile bassist John McVie (who never cracked a smile), a keyboardist, a second guitarist and three back-up vocalists. The performance — which included no opening act — lasted around two and a half hours. Despite being billed as a greatest hits tour, the show was aimed at long-time fans as it featured — almost exclusively — '70's material. I was hoping to hear tracks from their smash "comeback" album, 1987's Tango In The Night, but all that was played was a fiery, acoustic version of "Big Love." They performed nothing from their four '90s albums. Buckingham proved every bit the showman, blasting out his signature guitar style with tremendous speed. At times, he would lean over the edge of the stage on bended knee while soloing and allowed fans to touch their fingers on the fret board. Once in while, after intensely performing a song, he would stomp on the stage and yell out "Yeah!" as if to prove to himself that he still had it in him. He clearly carried the band on his back with his performance, both visually and musically. Stevie Nicks had earlier on began teasing us with her outstretched arms, grasping her shawl as if she was about to twirl around and around; she finally did so towards the latter part of the show. Whenever she and Buckingham walked on the stage, they did so hand in hand with gentle kisses of goodbye to each other before making their way to their respective microphone stands. Her distinctively warm and husky vocals were clearly worn down. She didn't sound as clear on some lines and not as intense as Buckingham. While Buckingham was busy discharging massive amounts of adrenalin through his finger and feet, Nicks seemed to conserve her energy. Still, fans were going all out with digital cameras and cell phones to capture the photogenic duo. For some songs, Nicks and Buckingham told the stories of their origin, which also related to how they met each other in high school and subsequently became band mates. Nicks mentioned performing gigs with rock legends like Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix, which drew great applause, making me think about how young she was when she started out and how well she now still appears more than four decades later. The band opened the performance with "Monday Morning," from the 1975 album, Fleetwood Mac. Two solo tracks found their way into the set, Nicks' "Stand Back" as well as Buckingham's "Go Insane." I had hoped to hear his other well-known solo hit, 1981's "Trouble," but that wasn't to be. For some songs, Nicks and Buckingham appeared together with a single acoustic guitar while the other bandmates took a break. In such moments, their selections included "Landslide" and "Never Going Back Again." Near the end of the show, Mick Fleetwood introduced each band member, beginning with the backing singers and ending with John McVie, who was praised as being the foundation of the group. He then credited Buckingham as being their mentor in the studio and their maestro on stage. And at the end, Nicks bent down and shook one lucky fan's hand while Buckingham carefully gave out guitar picks and handshakes to fans up front. Despite the best efforts of the back-up singers, the unique vocals of singer/keyboardist Christine McVie — who retired in 1998 — were missed. Unlike most shows at the MTS Centre, there was no barricade between the front row and the stage, which inspired some clever fans to flee their seats further back on the floor to stand in the aisles for a better view. This proved a frustating situation, sometimes resulting with those who were already standing by their seats having to ask the newcomers to move aside so as not to block their views. Set List Monday Morning The Chain Dreams I Know I'm Not Wrong Gypsy Go Insane Rhiannon Second Hand News Tusk Sara Big Love Landslide Never Going Back Again Storms Say You Love Me Gold Dust Woman Oh Well I'm So Afraid Stand Back Go Your Own Way First Encore World Turning Drum Solo Don't Stop Second Encore Silver Springs
11:16 AM, May 17, 2009 |
Date of Concert: 3/1/2009 | Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Fleetwood Mac without Christine McVie is not Fleetwood Mac. Flame away.
06:27 PM, Apr 29, 2009 |
Date of Concert: 4/23/2009 | Location: sunrise
I went to the concert all the way from Puerto Rico to see Fleetwood mac for the first time and it was great show,ihope that they play in Puerto Rico,GREAT SHOW GUYS""""""""
Madison Square Garden, New York, N.Y. AP Photo
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Mellon Arena, Pittsburgh, Pa. AP Photo
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