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Why We (Still) Love Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours
The author of The Holy or the Broken and former editor-in-chief of Vibe reexamines Fleetwood Macs iconic album Rumoursits story, its mythology, and its enduring impact.
Fleetwood Macs iconic album Rumours is more popular and acclaimed now than ever and attracts listeners across generationsthis deft analysis (Houston Press) celebrates the albums unlikely creation, surprising longevity, and enduring cultural impact.

On New Years Eve, 1974, struggling young singer-songwriter Lindsey Buckingham accepted an invitation to join the veteran blues band Fleetwood Mac. He agreed on the condition that his girlfriend, an equally unknown vocalist named Stevie Nicks, also be included. Within two years, Rumours was bornand went on to become one of the most popular albums of all time. Almost five decades later, it is the only classic rock record that sti