Drama! Vocal Coach Analyses & Reacts To Fleetwood Mac - The Chain

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Fleetwood Mac, the iconic band whose timeless classics have captivated audiences worldwide. From their blues origins in the late 1960s to their transformation into one of classic rock's most enduring acts, Fleetwood Mac's rich history and unique sound continue to resonate with fans old and new. Featuring the magical combination of Mick Fleetwood's dynamic drumming, John McVie's solid bass lines, Christine McVie's soulful keyboards and vocals, Lindsey Buckingham's innovative guitar work, and Stevie Nicks' mystical stage presence and vocals. With groundbreaking legacy albums, including the multi-platinum "Rumours," which remains one of the best-selling albums of all time. Fleetwood Mac have nduring appeal as a band that has seamlessly blended rock, pop, and blues to create a sound that is uniquely their own.
"The Chain," the quintessential Fleetwood Mac song that stands as a testament to the band's cohesion and creative genius. Known for its powerful bass riff and compelling lyrics, "The Chain" is more than just a song-it's an anthem that symbolizes unity, resilience, and the unbreakable bonds that hold us together. Featured on the legendary album "Rumours," one of the best-selling albums of all time, "The Chain" showcases the perfect blend of Lindsey Buckingham's masterful guitar work, Stevie Nicks' haunting vocals, Christine McVie's melodious keyboard, and the solid rhythm foundation laid down by Mick Fleetwood and John McVie. This track not only highlights the band's tumultuous relationships but also their incredible ability to create something beautiful out of adversity. Join us as we explore the enduring legacy of "The Chain," a song that continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, cementing its place in the annals of classic rock history.
Songwriters: Lindsey Buckingham Mick Fleetwood Christine McVie John McVie Stevie Nicks
Producers: Fleetwood Mac, Ken Caillat, Richard Dashut
Genre: Hard rock, folk, and country
Origin: Birmingham, England
Performed by Fleetwood Mac
* Lindsey Buckingham - electric guitars, dobro, lead vocals
* Stevie Nicks - lead and harmony vocals
* Christine McVie - Harmonium, Hammond organ, harmony vocals
* John McVie - fretless bass guitar
* Mick Fleetwood - drums, tambourine
Date and Location
1995
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[@BethRoars]

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[@MOColumbia]

Its this quality that makes Gen X music snobs, but truth is truth, we grew up on the best damn music.

[@shaggyone3924]

You should have done the 1982 version!!!!!!

[@dboss7239]

It's from a concert named "The Dance" which was also professionally filmed and had exceptional audio recording too. Every song from "The Dance" concert is superb, and pretty much the best live performances of all the songs they do in that concert.

[@AaronRenner]

I had it on DVD and wore that thing out.

[@stormstudios8281]

Best audio of any show I would say even to this day. Whoever mixed it - superb!

[@grantmiller6570]

@@AaronRenner yep, I still have it and it's still great

[@RichardinNC1]

One of my favorite ever concert DVDs

[@paulw.woodring7304]

This was also the kickoff TV concert special for their 1997 reunion tour, airing on VH1.

[@lancewilliams1439]

Lindsey Buckingham, one of the greatest guitar players, very underrated.

[@sportsmom165]

Plus, he never uses a guitar pick & has an amazing voice!!

[@jon-paulfilkins7820]

Having previously had Peter Green, Danny Kirwan and Jeremy Spencer been members, damn that is a high bar to meet, but Lindsey Buckingham managed to meet it.

[@gryphonkin]

He's so good that both times they fired him, they had to hire two people to replace him and both times the guitarist was an RRHoFer (Dave Mason and Mike Campbell).

[@garyt7193]

100% agree

[@epistte]

@@sportsmom165 His finger-picking style reminds of my Mark Knopfler of Dire Straits.

[@thane9]

Stevie staring straight through Mick every chorus. Christine looks like she's remembering those feelings; Stevie looks like she's feeling those memories. What a terrific song and a massive testament to how professional these musicians are to push through what must've been really difficult emotions. RIP Christine.

[@kcgunzz3416]

I recently watched the whole concert. It was glaringly obvious that none of them wanted to be there with maybe the exception of Mick Fleetwood.

[@kevinmclaughlin8975]

Agree, especially Christine staring off into the distance and looking like she's a million miles away.

[@RichardinNC1]

If I recall, this WAS their first true comeback concert 10+ years after the breakup. Coupled with this being the first song in the performance, they were remarkably professional given all their emotions towards each other.

[@akashicvizion]

You mean "staring thru **Lindsay**"--- Mick is on the drums.... 🤨

[@HollowGolem]

They're all coiming together... to talk about how much they hate each other. It's beautiful. The toxicity created so much great art.

[@rickwelch8464]

This bassline. Chef's kiss.

[@SuperBlackguard]

It's from "The Dance" album and tour which was a comeback in the 90's I think.

[@danhiatt150]

Yes. The Dance was recorded in May 1997 and originally broadcast as a special on MTV in August 1997.

[@RichardJohnson-GW]

It's a great live album.

[@mikeb36240]

A great concert video. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@t0dd000]

Watch the entire concert (rent the video) it's so good.

[@Rickhorse1]

"The Dance" was the band's reunion concert...which was not only a tour, but an Anerican network tv special (which is what this footage came from).

[@dombrown5423]

You MUST react to Silver Spring, it's from this same live album/show., called 'The Dance'. There's a part towards the end of the performance Stevie turns to Lindsay at stares a hole into him while yelling the lyrics: "I'll follow you down 'til the sound of my voice will haunt you" and "You'll never get away from the sound of the woman that loves you." To Lindsays credit, he doesn't break eye contact, and it's one of the most emotionally charged moments I've seen. She genuinely yelled the lyrics at him while looking into his soul. Its a MUST watch!

[@fnjesusfreak]

Yes. THAT WAS EPIC.

[@apparition13]

Yup, terrific. Silver Spring would be my second favorite live performance of theirs on youtube, this one is third. First, which I rank right up there with Heart doing Stairway and Phil Collins doing "In the Air Tonight" is their 1976 performance of Rhiannon on "The Midnight Special".

[@yrankin1]

The very talented Christine McVie. RIP.

[@Jim-he4km]

Your enthusiasm is infectious!!! Thanks again for another great breakdown of one of my favorites. Learned things I didn't even know.

[@BethRoars]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@christopherwinkler4451]

It never ceases to fascinate me what they went through to make Rumours. Has to be the most personal album any band or artist ever made. And for sure, Beth, it took a lot for them to put what was best for the group ahead of all the termoil in their own lives. For that to have produced one of the greatest, most beautiful and most successful albums in history was the payoff they deserved.

[@johnhmaloney]

The guitar solo in this song has always amazed me. It really only consists of about 4 notes and he spends the vast majority of it pedaling a D in two octaves, but it works perfectly. A great example of less is more.

[@BethRoars]

Thats so interesting you say that. I sometimes think about Dreams and how it is mostly over two chords. They are great at taking something simple and making it feel like it moves somewhere. I think Dreams has won a patron vote so I'll be getting to that reaction soon!

[@johnhmaloney]

@@BethRoars I think you''ve just inspired me to try to write a two chord song. In addition to Dreams, there have been a number of songs that I've been surprised to find out have only two chords, the latest being Sinner by The Last Dinner Party. I usually try to work in all 7 in the key, so it will be a nice challenge to write that simply.

[@deadandburied7626]

"Go Your Own Way" is great too. And "Rhiannon" of course.

[@cdawg_sf]

Love your channel. Your excitement and fandom is contagious

[@jeffcampbell3369]

As a guitar player, Lindsey’s always been one of my inspirations as, like me, he doesn’t read music.

[@jamesbenton8347]

Not only one of the best songs of the era, your reaction to it, the chair dancing, reflects exactly the way I feel every time I hear it. If you haven’t already, take a look at Go Your Own Way from the same live performance. Unbelievably powerful.

[@charliepeterson7168]

I have heard this song many times over the years, but never enjoyed it as much with your reaction.... Thanks again

[@richard73]

The first time I heard this is when the BBC used it for they coverage of F1 in the 80’s 😂

[@ianlove1215]

I didn't realise the music they used was actually from a song until I heard this!!!

[@jonhorrocks]

And now for an analysis of Buckingham’s vocals during Big Love from the same The Dance show, all whilst blowing us away with his guitar virtuosity :)

[@asm1]

Go Insane, after Big Love is also epic....

[@sourisvoleur4854]

Oooh, yes, please do Big Love. His voice is steaming and the guitar is lava.

[@HareDeLune]

Absolutely RAW!

[@ck_dal]

Your enthusiasm while talking is so infectious!! I'm smiling so big because every performance in The Dance is absolutely breathtaking but some of these songs are even more delicious when in context of the messy stuff happening backstage that I can't help but giggle watching it. 😂

[@jimharding915]

RIP Christine

[@Dan-C-71]

There’s a live video of this from when they toured for the Rumors album in the 70’s, and of course the emotions from the recording are fresh, and the looks Stevie and Lindsey are throwing at each other are just pure daggers.

[@tmage23]

It's the 1982 version. Apparently Stevie and Lindsay did a bunch of cocaine backstage and had a huge screaming argument right before coming onstage

[@GeriatricHippo]

@@tmage23 pretty sure that was just part their regular ̶p̶r̶e̶ ̶p̶e̶r̶f̶o̶r̶m̶a̶n̶c̶e̶ ̶p̶r̶e̶p̶e̶r̶a̶t̶i̶o̶n̶ daily existence.

[@erictaylor5462]

"The Dance" was the name of the tour. The Chain is the name of the song. This is the first song they sang at the show.

[@tjcaruthers5593]

I have been a fan of Fleetwood Mac since my mom would pick me up and dance with in her arms around the house. This band has been a presence in my life since I was born back when Rumors came out in 1977. There was a point though where I almost lost this band. It happened when my mother finally succumbed to cancer. See fought a long time but that time came. That night I listened to a lot of the music she listened to, while crying like I have never cried before. I couldn't listen to The Chain. I tried to. But it literally hurt attempting to hear this song. I play bass and one year for her birthday figured out the bass line for her. I believe it's obvious Fleetwood Mac was her favorite band. Like most women her age idolized Stevie Nicks. My daughter's name is Sara. Another song from Stevie and Fleetwood Mac. After her passing the first time I heard a Fleetwood Mac song was at CVS Pharmacy and it was Go Your Own Way and it was like 3-4 months after and the opening drum kicked in and Lindsey Buckingham sings "Loving you isnt...." I looked at my wife and said nope not yet, I will be outside.....tears starting to well up in my eyes. Eventually I was able to come back to Fleetwood Mac and even more important The Chain. It's still hard though even after so many years it has become tolerable. I cried while typing this comment and listening to the reaction. Thank You Beth for doing this one and one other thing I love and miss you so much mom!!!! Sorry Beth Roars.

[@mymemeplex]

The juxtaposition of the harmony and the vitriol and anger and despair in the lyrics makes this such a bloody good song. The driving drumbeat and then the bass solo with the increase in expression, force, 🤌🤌🤌

[@billywix7313]

Hello, I was at the Dance Tour in Nashville. They were amazing!

[@williamnoser5636]

My wife and I saw this concert at The Mark in Moline Illinois and we have been to a lot of concerts and this was the best ever

[@lazaruslong8092]

Love your enthusiasm and the joy on your face when listening to a great song like this!

[@RobExNihilo]

I know this isn't a guitar channel, but you touched on it, so humor me here... A trap many guitarists fall into is writing these technically complex, virtuosic solos that are mind-numbingly boring to listen to. Learning to write good solos really clicked for me when a colleague basically said (I'm paraphrasing), "not all great solos are hard to play, but all great solos are exciting." For a long time I equated that to these frenetic, wild, roller coaster rides. And that is indeed an exciting type of solo (see Synyster Gates' _Afterlife_ solo as an example of that). It took me a long time to learn that's not the only definition of exciting though. Lindsey's solo in _The Chain_ is my favorite example of that. It's not technically complicated at all. You don't need to break out theory books to understand it. You just need ears and a beating heart. But it's used to such great effect. It's that *MASSIVE* cathartic release of all this pent up engery and emotion the band built up to that point. I've played this song live probably a hundred times, and who knows how many times practicing. I've heard it probably thousands. And yet every single time, that bass line, that buildup and anticipation, and then that release gives me goosebumps. Every. Time. If that's not exciting I have no idea what is. That's why this solo, as simple as it may be, is so iconic.

[@BethRoars]

I think this is an excellent point. It also works for singing, not all great songs are hard to sing but all great songs evoke an emotion!

[@JurgenStrauss-ow2ge]

Records show the song , Live concerts show the artists !

[@HareDeLune]

Well said!

[@guysalzmann9302]

Although a bit late to jump on the bandwagon Lassie (this was 1997 after all) stoked to see you so genuinely moved! The entire show mind blowing- especially Lindsay’s solo in “I’m so Afraid.” Without a doubt one (if not thee) greatest across the pond collaborations all time. What you get when been together (the chain) for decades (but no more). RIP Christine.

[@ggreig]

Worth a listen to earlier Fleetwood Mac, with Peter Green, before Buckingham and Nicks joined the band - try "Man of the World", "Oh Well" or "The Green Manalishi (With The Two Prong Crown)" for vocal performances. "Albatross" is also well worth a listen (and was a UK #1), but it's an instrumental.

[@Bikebrh]

The story I heard about the writing of this song is that Stevie and Christine wrote the first half of the song and were having trouble finishing it, and at the same time the boys had written a coda with no song to put it on, and they just smushed them together. It's a similar story to how Free Bird came together...An unfinished song, and a long coda with no song to put it on. I think it was Christine that told the story sometime in the 1980's.

[@Bikebrh]

@@ArtieFufkin546Not denying that that may be the true story, but the way Christine was telling the story in the 1980's was "We(Her and Stevie) wrote this cool half a song, and the boys wrote this cool half a song, and then Lindsay welded them together! Yay!" I think it is very likely she was vastly simplifying the story in an attempt to make it more interesting. I can't remember where I heard it, but it was either an audio or video interview, it wasn't something I read. Maybe RockLine?

[@markhenry8669]

ONE of my top 5 ALBUM of all TIME.

[@Jumbaride]

What's better than Fleetwood Mac? Beth Roars reacting to Fleetwood Mac. 😉

[@deadandburied7626]

Beth is the best ❤❤❤x

[@jimholahan8250]

This analysis is vintage Beth. Smart, deeply insightful, and enables me to enjoy the song much more than I already did. Beth, you are Amazing!!

[@maskmedusa]

Very happy you mentioned the Buckingham/Nicks album, which is excellent, and not easy to find in the original. The promise of the two working together was so evident. Glad to see you recognizing the amazing composition and vocal talent. I agree, I love how they each sing more, or less, at the ends of certain phrases. The harmonies are so good.

[@vaughnnewman8903]

I love how fierce, seductive and determined Stevie is in this performance. She's also at a perfect age- more mature, contemplative and melancholy but coming from an older, more experienced woman. It really lends a whole other layer into the mix. More magical Fleetwood Mac.

[@jj.harvey4067]

Beth there’s a KZbin video live FM playing The Chain from 1980, and this is 5 years after their breakup and the passion was still off the charts.. They sing it with a far more emotional voices (almost angry) as Lindsay and Stevie sing all the time staring right though each other.. good luck Jjh

[@jasperdevries1726]

Almost?

[@laurabrevitz3944]

​@@jasperdevries1726😂😂😂

[@SuperBlackguard]

Love your Videos and Spirit, Proper Lovely. Inspirational too, as a Singer I buzz of your Analysis and explaining the songs story too...Cheers 💖

[@chaoticoldbore]

You really need to see the 1982 live version.... you can cut the tension with a knife.

[@carlacarla3384]

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[@basildavidson4597]

Without doubt one of the best reactions I’ve seen. Thank you Beth!

[@TheDivayenta]

Those are pure Bluegrass harmonies. FM would’ve been #1 on the Country charts if they were around today. ❤😊

[@Maydoggie]

My $0.02: This is your best reaction yet. I love your enthusiasm.

[@joeherald7319]

Another excellent review and musical analysis by Ms. Roars. This is probably the best version of "The Chain" ever. There are a couple of moments wherein the way they look at each other speaks volumes about how this song has has soul deep real life meaning about the long and tumultuous relationship between these two.

[@adrianmontelongo9707]

Yes! I love Fleetwood Mac and love this song the chain. I know you love this song. Sadly Christine mcvie is gone. 🥁🎤🎸🎵

[@Integritydefins]

One of my favorite bands of all time. And this show was my favorite album to have on CD

[@fnjesusfreak]

That's the performance of the song from the concert and live album "The Dance" - hence the title card. The version of "Silver Springs" from that album became a hit.

[@EchoesDaBear]

Great, GREAT reaction Beth!! Have always loved this song, but this live version (concert film/CD called The Dance) was phenomenal - Mac firing on all cylinders! The sound production on this was perfect. HIGHLY suggest checking this same concert's version of I'm So Afraid - Lindsay Buckingham is off the chain (pun intended)! Also, from the same concert - his solo version of Big Love/Go Insane would be a great review of his vocal/guitar prowess! Can we just give a shout out to Christine McVie (RIP) - as much as Stevie gets much of the spotlight, Christine's voice is really what holds this band together (IMHO) - plus her keys are magnificent. I'm sorry our Songbird is gone! Cheers!

[@theupcman]

Beth, I love how much you love this song. It is my absolute favorite Fleetwood Mac song of all time. The bandmembers feelings cut through the performance like a razor sharp knife, and, the musicianship is incredible.

[@jonprudhomme7694]

My favorite Fleetwood Mac song. This version certainly has a lot of emotion in it.

[@greg967]

As a College student, 0 years after it was recorded, this song captured my heart. Mostly for its raw emotion.

[@kallsop2]

On the the bass solo from John McVie at the bridge, thats one of those you can play a two second clip of and people will know it instantly.

[@ChorusAndTheRing]

One of the greatest songs ever written

[@junction6_m27VNC]

“Rumours” is an album everyone should have in their collection, I’d love to see your breakdown of Rens latest “back on 74/ message in a bottle” it’s something so different for him.

[@lowexpectations3554]

Several spring from the same concert is the greatest

[@davidmyers5916]

Lindsey Buckingham is so underrated both as a guitarist and a vocalist. If you want to hear his voice at its best, try the song "Crystal' which some have mistakenly identified as being sung by Stevie Nicks.

[@kevinL5425]

Talk about female empowerment. Only Stevie Nicks could write a song about how their relationship is breaking up then make her ex sing it.

[@DJKuroh]

Could you imagine every band meeting at that time? "Well, 😊I have this song." Two weeks later. "Here's my totally unrelated and not a response song." 😂

[@malcolmbrown7683]

Bjorn did in ABBA. He wrote the lyrics for 'The Winner takes it all' and his ex Agnetha sang it.

[@caps689]

Except Lindsey wrote the verse lyrics, the verse music, the intro and the guitar coda and the drum parts and is the one that arranged and produced it - even splicing tape with razor blades - after it was left for dead and almost didn't make the album. At the time Stevie complained that he asked for the chorus lyrics from her solo song - said he ripped the heart out of it and didn't care. Lindsey was the main arranger and producer of the band who had the vision for their albums. Their sonic architect. On The Dance he was the producer and musical director.

[@kevinL5425]

@@caps689 I stand corrected, thanks!

[@chrisbrass8930]

Thank you for this. Back in the 80s I went through Army AIT training with a young lady that had a huge passion for Fleetwood Mac, every time this song played she would respond in much the same way you did here, just total appreciation for the song. Every time I hear a Fleetwood Mac song I can't help but wonder how she's doing and where life took her

[@QuicknStraight]

That was the name of the tour (The Dance). I know they're all really talented, but Lindsey Buckingham is the driver for the music. Such a great guitarist, vocalist and writer. While the bass is what everyone talks about, Buckingham's guitar building to a crescendo is what makes it for me.

[@MarianoBG65]

That tour "the dance" is so amazing! They can do magic! Fleetwood Mac is one of my favourite bands of all times. Thanks for make us enjoy this music on your way. Greatings from Spain.

[@HemlockRidge]

"The Dance" is the title of the album. It was a live album.

[@will2103]

One of the greatest songs of all time in its best performance of all time. Love your videos and this, for me, is the best one yet.

[@RK-cl4qk]

I appreciate the added definitions during the videos explaining some of the industry terms.

[@whatiwasgoingtosay]

The Highwomen did a cover of this that I’m obsessed with.

[@pibly7784]

Yes- That was AWESOME !

[@Shabenn]

It always disappointed me that they didn't get Christine's "still hear you saying" echo in the live performances. It was a great part of the original. At least I thought it was Christine but it sounded like it to me.

[@caps689]

It's Christine and it's beautiful. I can't think of any reason it's not here because she did it live before except she couldn't do that high harmony anymore.

[@HawksFanMattMan]

I can't believe it's been almost 27 years since this came out. And I think it had been about 20 years before this concert that this lineup had last played together. This is still one of my favorite albums of all time.

[@lhokaj]

Great reaction video - thank you!

[@goncalocarvalho4917]

lovely Beth reacting to this one, love the song but felt great watching you listening to it

[@tomenrico6199]

“The Dance” is not a reference to this song. This recording of “The Chain” is from Fleetwood Mac's 1996 live L.A. show, titled “The Dance,” which spawned a live album and accompanying tour. “The Dance” was the culmination of a reunion for the classic five member lineup that had begun during 1992 when they performed together to support Bill Clinton's run for President of the United States. The Clinton campaign had adopted the Band's hit “Don't Stop” as its theme.

[@steveturner3999]

So good to see someone who appreciates this song and all it’s complexities as much as me. The bass line and the guitar and drum build makes me want to get up and dance. Thank you for your reaction to this classic song!

[@carolmartin4413]

FM is in my Top 3 favorite bands. This song is in my bloated Top 3 best songs ever. My generation so we relish growing with this group of phenomenal musicians. Highwomen do a great rendition of this incredible song!

[@lindsayheywood7195]

I love the Highwomen's version too!

[@artsilva]

"The Dance" refers to the Live Album and Concert name

[@dennisholzbaur3649]

The Chain. The tie that keeps them together. Note how Stevie turns her back to the audience and sings solely to Lindsey.

[@bellies1000]

Masterpiece of legendary band!

[@richardschwass1034]

“The Dance” is also the name of the live concert album.

[@70centurian]

RIP Christine....You are Missed

[@goosebackes5416]

There was an ad right when she said "and of course we're gonna come", I was like Beth I didn't know you liked me that way

[@nigeldepledge3790]

I have an original copy of Rumours, and this song is called The Chain on that.

[@LesleyCelestial]

The Dance was the Album title and the title of the Rour they were on 😊

[@Cuckoorex]

Hey, I scoop, slide, and sob all the time! I love the raw emotion of the live performance, which barely seems abated after so many years. If you watch them perform the song back closer to the breakup, the tension is SO thick while they perform it!

[@jamesgoodwin9829]

I saw Fleetwood Mac on this tour on a magical, cloudless summer evening. The sound was perfect and the Mac were perfect. To top it off they opened with my favorite song, "The Chain".

[@M1ndcr1m4]

John McVie is so underappreciated as a bass player. He's always been one of my favorites - he pushes and pulls the beats around just perfectly; he and Mick lock in absolutely perfectly, but there are times when John hits a millisecond earlier or later to bring (or drop) just the right emphasis in just the right place. While there may be other bass players who are more technical, or faster, or more flashy, I can't think of anyone who's more skilled pushing and pulling while staying locked in with one of the most technical drummers around.

[@ejd53]

Try the 1982 tour video, the emotion there is over the top. Sometimes you get the feeling that Lindsey and Stevie are ready to rip each other apart.

[@beckieabbott9342]

You should check out the live version of "Rhiannon" from the Midnight Special TV show.

[@kermitcook8498]

Well, Beth looks like everyone, but you got the memo about The Dance. I just couldn't believe that these people were so successful writing about how bad it was to be involved with each other. So many bitter feelings bringing so many emotions to so many people. We all felt this. It's kind of sad that their pain brought us such joy. Thanx for watching.

[@erictaylor5462]

The best breakup songs are the ones that were written as a collaboration with the former lover. The maturity required to sit down and write a song with a former lover about what caused the destruction of the relationship is just amazing.

[@Rick-or2kq]

Many years ago my wife bought me the video of this concert, knowing what a big fan of them I am.

[@AxelsoftMusic]

#GOOSEBUMPS ... *one amazing track, one fantastic analysis - well done Beth!* 👍👍👍[and some great head-banging going on there too - btw if you want to rock-out to this track for a bit longer then I've created a (tasteful) remix... I hope you might like it!]. Thanks for sharing - off to try your new tracks now! Best Regards, Axel. 😎🎶

[@42Crows]

love it, do the 1982 version it's even more crazed!

[@theylied1776]

The Dance is a reference to doing something to please someone else. To live a LIE. But the Band stayed together for their fans. They went on tour and performed (aka) doing the Dance for their audience. During the writing of this song, Two couples in Fleetwood Mac were breaking up due to rampant drug use, fights, and infidelity. Rumors is one of the best Albums ever written. Mainly because they were writing songs to each other. Now watch this video again. Stevie Nicks is singing certain lyrics directly at Lindsey Buckingham. This is how she always sings this song when the two of them are on stage. They are not performing. What you hear is eqaully anger and passion.

[@mazdodd4145]

The bass on Sisters of the Moon in the Mirage tour, is incredible.

[@DamnedEyez]

the popping sound when pausing is giving me VH1 flashbacks.

[@LordEagle]

Your enthusiasm is beautiful,,,,,definitely a POSITIVE for the Human experience. 💥💥💥👍🤪

[@user-bd1cr3qu6h]

This band is one of the best in world.. beautiful song ❤❤❤❤❤ from philippines thanks and God bless you

[@dvsreed]

Silver Springs from this same show is a must see

[@susansimmons4134]

There just are no words to describe this phenomenal band! The emotions, turmoil and the best of the best talent and skill of each member must be experienced to be truly appreciated. I will mention this as well. I really DO appreciate Beth Roars sharing all this information on the technical end of things. Because of the intellectual as well as emotional awareness, we can learn to enjoy and appreciate the album more readily as a WHOLE. P.S. I hope that Beth can please also look into reviewing Bonnie Raiit "I Can't Make You Love Me.'

[@annettependergraft120]

You are so adorable! Enjoyed this video!

[@BethRoars]

Thank you so much!!

[@RichardinNC1]

As others have mentioned, this is from their reunion concert, which became The Dance DVD and album. Such great performances of so many hits. Definitely check out Silver Spring next. When I first got back into Fleetwood Mac thanks to The Dance performance, I missed the tension in the band. Now I realize even the lyrics of Chain describe the band’s success was bigger than their individual issues. So many other performances describe their love/hate relationships.

[@GaryNoone-jz3mq]

One of the things that held the band together was the deep friendship between Christine and Stevie. As well as the great respect they all had for Mick.