FLEETWOOD Freaking MAC.
Tonight was AWESOME. I can't even begin to describe how I'm feeling right now. My knees were shaking like crazy when they came out for their first song. Fleetwood Mac has always been and always will be my favorite band.
I'm only 18, so needless to say I haven't lived for a very long amount of time. Yet, looking back, it's kind of funny how I can remember different periods of my life by remembering what music I listened to at the time. One part of my life that I will never forget is the moving period. I found out in 2003 that I would be moving to Arizona after my 8th grade year (2005). Little did I know, 2003-2006 would be very difficult years for me emotionally. In 2003, I discovered a little song entitled "Rhiannon," and I'm extremely glad that I did.
When I first listened to the song, I got the impression that the "witch" Rhiannon was out of place. I felt like she was someone who didn't belong, and this was parallel to the way I was feeling at the time. I realized that it was "Stevie Nicks" who wrote the lyrics and I loved them. A little white after, in searching for a certain Sheryl Crow song...I came across a different song called "If You Ever Did Believe" and from there I fell completely in love. I didn't (and still don't) understand how she does it...Her voice (but most of all-her beautiful lyrics) make you feel as if she understands exactly what you're going through. When you can't describe your feelings, her lyrics can do all the talking. After listening to just one song, you feel like she is your best friend. You feel like she knows everything about you. She is a woman with an IMMENSE talent. She was without a doubt put on this earth to write. I owe a lot to Stevie Nicks. After moving, her music never left my side. She is the artist who helped me get through the most difficult thing I've ever had to experience, and I'm so grateful. Hands down she is my most favorite lyricist EVER.
After discovering Stevie, I began listening to Fleetwood Mac. It amazes me how much talent those people have. Stevie took the words right out of my heart and made them into a beautiful poem. Lindsey took all of the emotions I was feeling and matched them to such profound music. Mick and John? Well, they just flat out ROCK as musicians. Fleetwood Mac would be nothing without them. This band doesn't just interpret their music, they ARE their music. They live for it...and it shows. They are the perfect match for one another. They truly make magic.
When the 4 of them walked out on stage my knees began to shake uncontrollably. I couldn't believe that the BEST BAND EVER was playing just 18 rows away from me. Seeing their faces, seeing them with their instruments...AH! Truly breath taking. I can't believe I saw them. Stevie walked out and my eyes immediately started to get teary. Just seeing her-this woman who means so much to me- was truly astonishing...as was Lindsey Buckingham. HOLY HELL. Okay, so I knew that Lindsey could play the guitar like a MUTHA but DAMN. He was absolutely flawless. I don't think he missed one note. They are such perfect musicians together. Stevie opened by saying "Good evening Arizona! This is my home, so there's not much to say besides LET'S GET THIS PARTY STARTED!" =) It was the greatest thing ever. My Mom and I were on our feet for literally the whole time. Their CD's are AWESOME but not nearly as awesome as their live performances. It was so inspiring and so powerful, I can't explain it. I will upload pictures/videos tomorrow. In the middle of the show Stevie said "This is a song that we haven't sung on stage but are going to tonight. It's about stormy people, and stormy things, and stormy relationships...and storms!" Then, as she giggled the music started and I immediately started to cry. Storms and Silver Springs are my most favorite Stevie songs. She sang Storms perfectly. It was magnificent. Me and this guy who sat behind me kept yelling "SILVER SPRINGS!" Thinking that the concert was over, I was sad that they didn't sing Silver Springs, BUT they walked back out and sang..............Go Your Own Way. Then, they went backstage again. When they came out they sang..............Don't Stop. As they say, the third time is the charm. They came out and the first couple of bars of Silver Springs played and the crowd went WILD. Myself and the guy behind me were thrilled =) We were screaming so loudly. Now, Stevie sings every song with emotion and she feels every song. She puts 100% of herself into all of her songs but Silver Springs...she puts her whole heart, mind, body and soul into it. Hearing it live was the most beautiful version I've ever heard. Her heart was on her sleeve and the emotion was so raw. Her face, her voice...I can't put it into words. I cried throughout the whole song.
I didn't want to leave. When they walked back stage I knew it was over but didn't want to believe it! I knew the show was going to be great but I had no idea just how great it was going to be. I'm still in shock. Like I said, this music has helped me through so much. This whole experience was so surreal. I'm so grateful to have discovered Fleetwood Mac in 2003. I wish I could go up to all the members and tell them personally how much their music means to me. It's sad that I'll never get the opportunity to do so.
I'm SO happy.
I'm only 18, so needless to say I haven't lived for a very long amount of time. Yet, looking back, it's kind of funny how I can remember different periods of my life by remembering what music I listened to at the time. One part of my life that I will never forget is the moving period. I found out in 2003 that I would be moving to Arizona after my 8th grade year (2005). Little did I know, 2003-2006 would be very difficult years for me emotionally. In 2003, I discovered a little song entitled "Rhiannon," and I'm extremely glad that I did.
When I first listened to the song, I got the impression that the "witch" Rhiannon was out of place. I felt like she was someone who didn't belong, and this was parallel to the way I was feeling at the time. I realized that it was "Stevie Nicks" who wrote the lyrics and I loved them. A little white after, in searching for a certain Sheryl Crow song...I came across a different song called "If You Ever Did Believe" and from there I fell completely in love. I didn't (and still don't) understand how she does it...Her voice (but most of all-her beautiful lyrics) make you feel as if she understands exactly what you're going through. When you can't describe your feelings, her lyrics can do all the talking. After listening to just one song, you feel like she is your best friend. You feel like she knows everything about you. She is a woman with an IMMENSE talent. She was without a doubt put on this earth to write. I owe a lot to Stevie Nicks. After moving, her music never left my side. She is the artist who helped me get through the most difficult thing I've ever had to experience, and I'm so grateful. Hands down she is my most favorite lyricist EVER.
After discovering Stevie, I began listening to Fleetwood Mac. It amazes me how much talent those people have. Stevie took the words right out of my heart and made them into a beautiful poem. Lindsey took all of the emotions I was feeling and matched them to such profound music. Mick and John? Well, they just flat out ROCK as musicians. Fleetwood Mac would be nothing without them. This band doesn't just interpret their music, they ARE their music. They live for it...and it shows. They are the perfect match for one another. They truly make magic.
When the 4 of them walked out on stage my knees began to shake uncontrollably. I couldn't believe that the BEST BAND EVER was playing just 18 rows away from me. Seeing their faces, seeing them with their instruments...AH! Truly breath taking. I can't believe I saw them. Stevie walked out and my eyes immediately started to get teary. Just seeing her-this woman who means so much to me- was truly astonishing...as was Lindsey Buckingham. HOLY HELL. Okay, so I knew that Lindsey could play the guitar like a MUTHA but DAMN. He was absolutely flawless. I don't think he missed one note. They are such perfect musicians together. Stevie opened by saying "Good evening Arizona! This is my home, so there's not much to say besides LET'S GET THIS PARTY STARTED!" =) It was the greatest thing ever. My Mom and I were on our feet for literally the whole time. Their CD's are AWESOME but not nearly as awesome as their live performances. It was so inspiring and so powerful, I can't explain it. I will upload pictures/videos tomorrow. In the middle of the show Stevie said "This is a song that we haven't sung on stage but are going to tonight. It's about stormy people, and stormy things, and stormy relationships...and storms!" Then, as she giggled the music started and I immediately started to cry. Storms and Silver Springs are my most favorite Stevie songs. She sang Storms perfectly. It was magnificent. Me and this guy who sat behind me kept yelling "SILVER SPRINGS!" Thinking that the concert was over, I was sad that they didn't sing Silver Springs, BUT they walked back out and sang..............Go Your Own Way. Then, they went backstage again. When they came out they sang..............Don't Stop. As they say, the third time is the charm. They came out and the first couple of bars of Silver Springs played and the crowd went WILD. Myself and the guy behind me were thrilled =) We were screaming so loudly. Now, Stevie sings every song with emotion and she feels every song. She puts 100% of herself into all of her songs but Silver Springs...she puts her whole heart, mind, body and soul into it. Hearing it live was the most beautiful version I've ever heard. Her heart was on her sleeve and the emotion was so raw. Her face, her voice...I can't put it into words. I cried throughout the whole song.
I didn't want to leave. When they walked back stage I knew it was over but didn't want to believe it! I knew the show was going to be great but I had no idea just how great it was going to be. I'm still in shock. Like I said, this music has helped me through so much. This whole experience was so surreal. I'm so grateful to have discovered Fleetwood Mac in 2003. I wish I could go up to all the members and tell them personally how much their music means to me. It's sad that I'll never get the opportunity to do so.
I'm SO happy.