Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham: The Love Story Behind Fleetwood Mac
Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham's love story began in high school when they were classmates. They both attended San José State in the mid-1960s, and after joining a band called the Fritz, they started spending more time together, eventually forming a romantic and musical partnership.
Their journey with Fleetwood Mac started when drummer Mick Fleetwood heard Buckingham Nicks' music and invited Buckingham to join the band. Nicks was initially hesitant, but they eventually joined Fleetwood Mac together, solidifying their place in the group.
Despite achieving musical success with hit songs like "Landslide" and "Rhiannon," their personal relationships within the band were strained. Nicks and Buckingham, along with the McVies and Fleetwood, faced challenges in their relationships, leading to breakups and tensions within the group.
As the band continued to release successful albums like "Rumours" and "Tusk," Nicks pursued a solo career while battling addiction issues. In 1987, Buckingham left Fleetwood Mac, leading to conflicts within the band and Nicks eventually departing in 1991 over a song dispute.
In 1997, Fleetwood Mac reunited for a concert and released a live album, showcasing a willingness to move past their complicated history. However, in 2018, Buckingham was fired from the band before a tour, marking the end of his long-standing tenure with Fleetwood Mac.