Mick Fleetwood is the drummer and a founding member of Fleetwood Mac, one of the most successful rock bands of all time. Fleetwood talks to Alec about how dyslexia led him to the drumming, how supportive parents encouraged his talent and his move to London as a teenager, how his friendship with the band’s founder, guitarist Peter Green, evolved to a life-long friendship, and how Fleetwood Mac balanced the weight of their interpersonal dynamics and the band’s wild, over-the-top success. The band’s 1977 album Rumors broke through Billboard 100 again last year thanks to a Tik Tok of a man on a skateboard lipsyncing to Dreams and introduced a whole new generation to Fleetwood Mac’s beautiful, enduring music.
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01/26/21 • 41 min
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Here's The Thing with Alec Baldwin - Mick Fleetwood Skates Back into the Charts
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In this episode titled "Mick Fleetwood Skates Back into the Charts," Mick Fleetwood, a founding member of Fleetwood Mac, shares insights and stories about his journey in the band. He reflects on the challenges of facing the world without drugs or alcohol and discusses their experience performing sober, which brings about anxiety. Fleetwood also mentions the resurgence of interest in their album "Rumors" and the TikTok phenomenon. The episode covers the evolution of their free form performance style in the late sixties, the addition of Christine McVie, Lindsey Buckingham, and Stevie Nicks to the band, and the emotional struggles they faced during the making of "Rumours." Mick Fleetwood's dyslexia and lack of academic prowess led him to pursue drumming, and he shares his love for the instrument and his journey in the interview. Throughout the episode, Fleetwood expresses pride in the band's music and the impact it has had on people, despite the ups and downs they have faced. Whether you're a fan of Fleetwood Mac or interested in the behind-the-scenes stories of a legendary band, this episode offers valuable insights into their history and the challenges they've overcome.
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I'm Alec Baldwin and you're listening to Here's the Thing from I Heart Radio. That is, of course Dreams by Fleetwood Mac. Thanks to a TikTok of some guy on a skateboard who goes by the name dog Face lip syncing to this song and his seventy two million views, Fleetwood Max album rumors broke through Rolling Stones Top on list again last year, more than forty years after its release.
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Mick Fleetwood Skates Back into the Charts Top Questions Answered
Why did Chris and Stevie from Fleetwood Mac prioritize their careers over having children?
Chris and Stevie chose to prioritize their careers over having children for personal and professional reasons.
How long has the speaker been sober?
The speaker mentions being thirty-five years sober.
What did the speaker have to confront and clean up when they stopped using drugs?
When the speaker stopped using drugs, they had to confront their problems and clean up their life.
Does performing in front of large audiences make the speaker nervous?
Yes, performing in front of large audiences makes the speaker nervous, but they still enjoy playing music.
What role did the speaker play in bringing Fleetwood Mac back together?
The speaker discusses their role in Fleetwood Mac as the person who brought the band back together.
Which song by Chris from Fleetwood Mac has an emotional impact?
The speaker discusses the emotional impact of the song "Songbird" by Chris from Fleetwood Mac.
Why are some musicians selling their catalog?
Some musicians are selling their catalog due to financial reasons and changing circumstances.
What is the TikTok phenomenon involving Fleetwood Mac's music?
The TikTok phenomenon featuring Fleetwood Mac's music is mentioned, and the speaker shares their positive experience with it.
What does the speaker express gratitude for?
The speaker expresses gratitude for the music they have made and the impact it has had on people.
When did Christine McVie join Fleetwood Mac?
Christine McVie joined Fleetwood Mac in 1970, and her musical ability was valued regardless of her gender.
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Paul Ollinger
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Feb 17
I’ve never heard Mick Fleetwood talk before and I’m so glad I listened to this fascinating conversation.
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