'Rumours'
Genre: Pop/Rock 'n' Roll/Classic Rock
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
Formed: Summer 2012
Formed: Summer 2012
Tribute bands seem to be gaining in popularity these days. I've blogged a few 80's era ones which cover numerous artists, but for those who pick one particular band, I find it fascinating not only the physical likeness of the members, but how they mimic the original musicians. I pretty much stick to the 80's, so I'm stepping out a bit with this one, but that's ok, because it takes me back to a time when I was just getting my teenage ears tuned to rock and roll.
Photo credit: Bob Drew
Fleetwood Mac, a British-American band came together in the late 60's, remaining popular thru the 70's and into the 80's, 90's and early into the turn of the 21st century with a 'best of' compilation. It is no surprise with such a following that someone today would pay tribute to them. I was in high school in the late 70's, and my claim to 'notoriety', such as it was, in relation to Fleetwood Mac, was my physical resemblance to vocalist Stevie Nicks...hence, that was my nickname as a sophomore.
Photo credit: Bob Drew
It was a treat to see this band, 'Rumours' last night. It brought back a lot of memories, as well as FM songs I've not heard in a long time. A nostalgic trip back through memory lane. It was a beautiful evening in Fishers, Indiana, at Conner Prairie, and the crowd gathered represented all ages, evidence of a lack of a 'generational gap' when it comes to the unique musical style of Fleetwood Mac. So, I thought to myself....'to blog or not to blog?' Well...you see what my decision was! *wink*
Photo credit: Bob Drew
The night's first set started off with 'The Chain' (1977), followed by, 'You Make Loving Fun' (1977), 'Dreams' (1977), 'Second Hand News' (1977), 'Say That You Love Me' (1975) (one of my favorites), 'Silver Springs', (1997 - intended for the band's 1977 album, but became a 'B' side to "Go Your Own Way") 'Gold Dust Woman' (1977), 'Don't Stop' (1977) and 'Landslide' (1975).
Photo credit: Bob Drew
Set number two quickly progressed into the years and included 'Gypsy' (1982), 'Tusk' (1979), 'Sara' (1979), 'Hold Me' (1982), 'Stand Back' (1983 - Stevie Nicks second solo album), 'Holiday Road' (1983 - single written by guitarist Lindsey Buckingham, was featured in the '83 film "National Lampoon's Vacation"), 'Edge Of Seventeen' (1981-82), 'Little Lies' (1987), 'Seven Wonders' (1987), and 'Everywhere' (1987).
Of course, there has to be an encore, right? Surely there are a couple songs that still need to be sung! Yes...'Rhiannon' (1975) and 'Go Your Own Way' (1977) closed out the night. The light show was simple, yet effective, which defined performances of that period...a stark difference to the complex, cutting edge laser light shows of the 21st century. This is a great 'time warp' show to catch. If you're a Fleetwood Mac fan, you won't be disappointed. 'Rumours' can be true!
'Like' their FaceBook page to follow their shows/news: https://www.facebook.com/rumourstributeshow/
'Rumours' band members
Ned Brower
Nicholas Johns
Rebecca Fishman
Jesika Miller
Taylor Locke
Note: Check out the Fleetwood Mac web page to learn more about the original band: http://fleetwoodmac.org/
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