🎵 FLEETWOOD MAC "RHIANNON" REACTION

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[@klaptongroovemaster]

That live performance grows in intensity. Stevie cuts loose with a passion not on the record. It's worth watching.

[@normanleroy1874]

Yeah, the ending especially of that live version is epic, Stevie really cuts loose there. Probably best as a rule to stick to studio versions, though, because live versions are pretty hit-or-miss.

[@jennhurl]

Brad & Lex definitely finish watching the LIVE version together on your own. Stevie's vocals are off the chain. It's worth your time to see her intensity.

[@s.mcpherson6354]

@@normanleroy1874 In general I'd agree with that, but it would also depend on the group though. Live is often better with people like Springsteen, Rush, Led Zeppelin, Queen or Pink Floyd.

[@LowcountryJoe2]

I was a bit inebriated when they switched and reacted to the studio version but could swear when Brad and Lex reacted to this, the song was playing at like 85% speed when they did it live stream...it was noticeably slower for me at the time (I never heard the song that slow). Listening to the reaction now, in this video without live stream, and it seems normal speed. Damn, was I that drunk the other night?

[@normanleroy1874]

@@LowcountryJoe2 The tempo shift from live to studio probably made it feel like it was crawling all of a sudden.

[@richardhenderson9767]

The 1976 Live version of "Rhiannon" is a different format of the song. It is longer... You will love Stevie at the end!!! Try the Live version!!!❤❤❤❤

[@sarahzentexas]

Stevie even changed the lyrics for that performance.

[@jd35711]

absolutely

[@da_blade5040]

Agreed 💯

[@zaqarya]

That’s an epic live version particularly at the end but I guess it comes down to preference. Personally I’d usually go for live versions most of the time, they take on a life of their own sometimes

[@OldHead71]

“She is like a cat in the dark …and then she is the darkness” …always loved that line✨

[@jessenuf]

My favorite line, too

[@Ednerd]

yes!! one of the best lyrics ever!!

[@annaoswald5943]

I'm starting to see Brad get "lost in the sauce" a lot more lately and it's encouraging. "Relaxing, mellowed out, like I just got a massage". Loved hearing that!

[@ZaveAres]

Dude needs a toke that's for sure

[@colincooke6320]

Yes, he seems less like the Mr.Gradgrind of Dicken's first novel ' Hard Times ' as time goes on but he has a way to go yet before fully letting go.

[@TracyfromNC]

Brad, I agree..love the studio versions for the perfectly crafted melodies and ot takes me back to the 70s radio versions, my original remembrances of the songs. RARELY heard live versions except on the Midnight Special. ..later saw it in concert and was lost

[@jamesharper3933]

You need to do their performance of this song off The Midnight Special. Stevie Nicks was in an alternate universe that night.

[@MoMoMyPup10]

He referenced that in the first pause. They didn't like it so they switched to this.

[@kramerbassplayer]

I thought they were killing it on midnight special, like another level

[@russellvaught8427]

and the guitar solo by lindsey buckingham, while short, was definitely worth hearing and seeing

[@bogrunberger]

@James Harper and on a lot of cocaine!

[@oteroair]

YES!

[@jennhurl]

🌟Fun Fact: Stevie shared in an interview that she bought the novel "Triad" in an airport just before a long flight. She thought the name of one of the two main characters, Rhiannon, was so pretty that she wanted to write a song using the name. She wrote "Rhiannon" in 1974, three months before joining Fleetwood Mac, and has claimed that it took 10 minutes to write. 10 minutes. WOW! 🎵❤✌

[@Kaddywompous]

10 minutes. So many stories like that. So many great songs just seem to fall out of the sky.

[@raymo6795]

...I am beginning to think we are musical soulmates...you seem a fountain of knowledge Jen....we are soulmates with millions of others , Fleetwood Mac and Heart are both HUGELEY popular bands ..and should be they are both exceptional...I await some Pat Benatar and Blondie

[@stevemd6488]

Heard a similar story, she was on the highway and saw the sign "Silver Springs Maryland" and wrote Silver Spring. Artistry has no explanation.

[@Gorgaveli]

That is truly amazing! Stevie is such a talented songwriter.

[@Gorgaveli]

@@stevemd6488 yep I heard the story about silver springs too. She thought the name of the city was pretty and she wrote the song about who else but Lindsay lol

[@montgomeryreece7720]

RHIANNON is a goddess in Welsh folklore. The Welsh are my peoples!

[@Brooke-rw8rc]

And as far as I'm concerned, Stevie is her High Priestess! You can't watch a live version of this song without admitting she's leading a worship service!

[@TripletDad3]

Mick Fleetwood is always overlooked when people talk about this band, but he is very underrated as a drummer. If you really listen to his drumming, his snare hits are late or early for most of this song, and in most bands it would be very noticeable, and distracting. In Fleetwood Mac, it just works perfectly. His fills are perfect for the songs, and his time signature is unique in every way. His drumming is as distinguishable as Phil Collins, Neil Peart, John Bonham, or Stewart Copeland.

[@kramerbassplayer]

Agreed

[@arthurimhof2427]

Incredible thing about Mick Fleetwood he self taught his drum playing

[@zippitydoodah5693]

Agreed. He's the real deal. I love what he chooses to play on "World Turning" and on "Tusk".

[@romansoleil3]

Agreed, original style of drumming, each member is special, this band is special...

[@tp3218]

Thank you for pointing out how special he is!

[@3harold333]

Agreed, always listen to the studio version first, then the live version

[@Julieroo28]

Most of their 70’s music has such a haunting vibe in a good way.

[@elemar8209]

Knowing the studio version helps one appreciate the uniqueness of a live performance and what the artists can do with a song.

[@mrhobs]

People keep saying this, but I had only heard the song in passing before listening to and being totally gripped by the 1976 live version. (Then again I’ve learned to appreciate live performance videos in the past 5+ years… when I was a kid I would’ve also preferred studio stuff. Both have there place, but as your get older and your heart grows weary… there’s something soothing, something human about the live performances that more effectively touch the soul.)

[@mrhobs]

*their

[@vicprovost2561]

Don't forget the amazing male voice of Lindsey Buckingham and the great Christine McVie, who both have great lead vocals on many of their songs. They have one of the very best rhythm sections ever in John McVie on bass and Mick Fleetwood on drums, those dudes were amazing when I saw them live. Try Go Your Own Way, I'm So Afraid, The Chain and Little Lies amongst many others. Enjoy! 🎸

[@BalbazaktheGreat]

So, the reason a live performance was recommended is that live performances of Rhiannon tend to start inferior to the studio cut, but then they build in to an incredible climax that simply isn't on the original record; basically, the entire end of the song is missing on the original track. I'm not sure that particularly live version is the best to go with, but you really should listen to one of them (The best one I've ever seen was actually a rehearsal session from back in the day, but unfortunately I can't seem to find in on youtube anymore, unfortunately; actually the version off their reunion album - the one they did a few years ago - is really good, so maybe check that one out. Edit: Holy shit, I found it. It's actually the "official video" and I didn't realize it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIKkfGmpi9Spi80

[@kimandbrettoverlander736]

The Midnight Special performance of the song from 1977, where the image of the thumbnail came from is astronomically better than the studio version. In fact, nine times out of 10 when you hear the song on the radio they were playing the cut from the midnight special recording not the studio version. It’s because it is not much better and a completely different song.

[@BalbazaktheGreat]

@@kimandbrettoverlander736 Meh. The version I linked is superior to the Midnight Special performance in pretty much every way; the tempo on the Midnight Special version is way too fast and the sound quality isn't that great - you can hear Stevie way better on the one I linked. I'd also say the crescendo at the end is better, too. As for the studio version, the best I can say about it is that it's very clear, high quality audio. It doesn't have the heart and soul of any of the live versions, though and is basically missing the entire tail end of those performances.

[@glibmedley2314]

Based on the set design it looks like the rehearsal for the Midnight Special performance that everyone raves about. I would agree their harmonies on the chorus were better here... Stevie looked coked-up in the later performance, but it's still good.

[@alexakl6445]

"Rhiannon" is relaxing, you are correct. Another veg out song of hers is "Gold Dust Woman" which I think is from their famous Rumours album. You won't be sorry hearing that one either.

[@Gorgaveli]

Yes Gold Dust Woman is one of my favorites from Fleetwood Mac!

[@Penddraig7]

Rhiannon is a Welsh name. She is a Welsh goddess from the Arthurian times, King Arthur and Merlin etc who were also Welsh. In a roundabout way, this song originates from that Rhiannon and Fleetwood Mac did another song called Angel that was also about Rhiannon. She was inspired by the Rhiannon story and was making a Rhiannon themed project but I don’t know if she ever finished it and if she did, what it ended up being. Many Led Zeppelin songs are inspired by Wales and Welsh legends. A lot of bands at the time were in tune with the old ways and inspired by the British way, the real British and because the Welsh are the native British, it’s their cultural identity and history that is used

[@ShaunHensley]

Never knew this

[@SvenTviking]

Were they Welsh? Not ancient Britons?

[@Penddraig7]

@@SvenTviking same thing, the Welsh were the Britons, you are thinking of Wales and the Welsh in modern terms, as in the country Wales is now

[@donchaffins1313]

This takes me back to my childhood, it was always on the radio.

[@davide.pedersen3378]

I've always preferred the studio versions of most classic rock songs. And back in the early days of album rock on your favorite FM Radio station. They would play the whole song much like you did. It was just cool to be a teenager back then! 😎☮️

[@johnroop9625]

THIS is a MAJOR EXCEPTION!!! Midnight Special version is ANIMAL!!!

[@sparkytheskater]

Rhiannon live on the Midnight Special is an absolute must, new piano solo, new guitar solo and Stevie nicks goes OFF at the end

[@markthomas2577]

The live version on KZbin is brilliant ..

[@gayleeidson6724]

The BEST thing about watching Fleetwood Mac live, or just Stevie Nicks, is to watch their energy and intensity !!!! There is so much Drama and History in that 5 part band ... Marriages, Divorce, Breakups, Affairs .... And they all wrote songs expressing their collective Pain ! The result is Rock and Roll MAGIC ❤️ !!!!! Treat yourself to some live performances. Try SILVER SPRINGS from "the Dance: live Concert". That one song from that concert won a Grammy for " BEST Live " performance ! So moving ! *** FYI : My ALL-TIME favorite band starting back in 1975 when I was just 10 yrs old !!! Stevie Nicks was so mesmerizing with her flowing, gypsy outfits and her incredible mystical, magical lyrics !!! Take some time to research her, you will be bewitched and fall in Love with THIS gorgeous soul ; her solo albums are an amazing journey ! Full of driving ROCK anthems like STAND BACK or EDGE of SEVENTEEN and then she breaks your heart into a million pieces with poetic ballads (like Beauty and the Beast or Has Anyone Ever Written Anything for You?). She also has wonderful classic hit duets with both Tom Petty and Don Henley(from the Eagles). "Stop Dragging my Heart Around" and "Leather and Lace ". Hope you enjoy !!!

[@Zundfolge]

I'll agree that for the most part you shouldn't listen to the live version of a song first ... but most of them are worth going back and listening to after you're familiar with the studio version. Some exceptions to this would be Peter Frampton, Kiss, Dream Theater or Led Zeppelin.

[@larryg7126]

Other exceptions are - The Allman Brothers at the Fillmore East, Humble Pie at the Fillmore East, Lou Reed Rock N' Roll Animal. I agree That studio versions are more sonicly adept and live versions can be sonicly, visually, viscerally felt, the total package.

[@baileybowman2449]

Early Metallica are an exception also 🔥

[@LowcountryJoe2]

I don't typically like live versions when I compare them to studio versions. One that I do really dig, though, is Tom Petty's "Breakdown"...the one where he invites the crowd to sing the beginning of the song and then says "you're gonna put me out of a job".

[@markdriscoll8119]

RUSH. Any rush live is better than the studio 99% of the time

[@josephamoraz7990]

Its a damn shame they didn't get to witness stevie going off at the end..

[@torreyholmes7205]

Don't reject their live stuff. Their 1997 concert "The Dance" has wonderful performances and great band interaction on stage. "Silver Springs" is well worth a listen.

[@Gorgaveli]

Yes the live silver springs is amazing I can't believe that they left it off of the Rumours album. Stevie was devastated.

[@stevendorsey4554]

Still brings tears to my eyes.

[@tootsie5052]

"Big Love" was amazing!!

[@MrJeddYoung]

Brad - please reconsider on doing "live versions" - I love when you react to live versions. You get to see the band as real human beings - as artists - so i hope you'll at least do live performances on bands that you're already familiar with. I hope. But thanks for your reactions.

[@edevard9048]

Your next Fleetwood Mac reaction should be “Go Your Own Way”, band member Lindsey Buckingham’s classic breakup song specifically directed at his former lover.and band mate Stevie Nicks. Yes, they performed it together.

[@thomasjones3129]

Lollll their story is so crazy such toxic personal relationships within the group

[@felixbigly]

PLEASE DO THIS!

[@randybaker6042]

The live version of Silver Springs from The Dance is one of the most beloved live performances. Studio is always the safest bet but there certainly exceptions. One of the best heavy rock albums of all time is UFO's Strangers In The Night and every song on it blows the studio versions away. Bob Seger's Live Bullet and Kansas's Two For The Show also are very well recorded and produced.

[@paulwood5803]

Stevie nicks was a goddess, a force of nature, a freak and utterly mesmerising. I was totally in love with her at one time.....

[@arthurimhof2427]

The first female to be inducted into the Rock and Roll hall of fame as a solo performer and with the band Fleetwood Mac..Greatest female vocalist hands down

[@bowtangey6830]

I kind of agree with Brad. Record producers are usually overlooked, but they are crucial to o the sound that reaches the public' ears. In this case it was Keith Olsen, working with the band.

[@bobduerwald9805]

For a real treat listen to Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham on the song Frozen Love. This is from their first and only album together before they joined Fleetwood Mac. Other great songs from that album are Crystal, Long Distance Winner, and Crying In The Night.

[@gerib4234]

Yes! You're so right

[@billbrasky1288]

1976 live version of this is awesome. It has extra parts not in this towards the end.

[@mikecamden]

Funny you mention about people naming their daughter Rhiannon. I dated a girl named exactly that in high school (mid 90's - but she pronounced it rin-ahn - think Rin and Stimpy, which was poplar at the time). Gotta say the song actually made me think of her the whole time. I've never been a Fleetwood Mac fan but that was a good tune with good memories. Thanks for bringing it to me.

[@greybirdo]

To all those 40-something Rhiannons out there, this one’s for you… …Literally.

[@rhiannondawson2215]

I'm nearly 40 but named after this song, does that count? Lol. When I was crying as a baby my mum would put this song on and it was ghe only thing that would shut me up. Lol.

[@Loepfe7]

@@rhiannondawson2215 wow

[@beriandavies2111]

There are 60+ Rhiannons out there too, yeah, named way before Stevie penned this song.

[@MrHws5mp]

SOME live versions are very much worthwhile, because sometimes bands adds extra bits, and/or sometimes they're recording the concert for a live album. In the latter case the sound can be really good if it's taken straight from the mixing desk with a _controlled_ amount of crowd sound for atmosphere, and they usually make an effort with professional camera setups too. Sometimes though, your right: the sound can be lousy or the band were having an off-night. Especially bad is when it's amateur footage recorded on a cell phone, because the mics on those things just aren't designed for the job. I've seen cell phone footage of concerts _I was at_ that I didn't recongise as being the same thing.

[@mrtrick9615]

You should do “Gold Dust Woman” next. Might be Stevie’s most haunting vocals.

[@Gorgaveli]

Yes I agree Gold Dust Woman is one of my favorite Fleetwood Mac songs!

[@TheNinjakat2010]

Hole did a great cover but can only get it off the crow city of angles soundtrack

[@timmyhosmith3111]

The live version where Stevie gets possessed at the end, is way better than the studio version.

[@Kaddywompous]

Eh. Equally great in a different way.

[@susandavis8505]

There is absolutely nothing like seeing Stevie & Fleetwood Mac live!! I've been to 30+ concerts & Fleetwood Mac is by far my fav!!! Its amazing to see her live on stage!! Trust me!! TRULY AMAZING!!!

[@solitarybee3714]

The music is nothing without Stevie Nicks, when compared to it WITH Stevie Nicks. She is an unmatchable force when it comes to unique talent. Impossible to describe her, you just have to see her perform.

[@827dusty]

"Rhiannon" is a Welsh Witch that lived in the 17th century. Stevie Nicks became sort of infatuated with the story of this real woman, and wrote this song about her. Stevie Nicks was, and still is Drop Dead Gorgeous, and just happens to be able to sing a little bit. Fleetwood Mac was one of the best concerts I ever attended in the 70s. In her early 70s now, she's still a beautiful woman.

[@chriswiedeman2956]

My wife and I have loved this song for a very long time. We named our daughter, Rhiannon probably 3 or 4 years before she was even conceived. She's in her 20's now and loves the Stevie Nicks vibe, too!

[@brentsheils]

You should do the live version. The ending is so much better

[@Terri6868]

Watch the Midnight Special it’s really good. Lindsey’s guitar 🎸 solo is more intense live. 💛🧡

[@Gorgaveli]

He barely even does a solo in the studio version. Maybe a little bit at the end.

[@jeremygray1331]

Must watch live version of Silver Springs just for Stevie staring down Lindsey during the final couple minutes.

[@donavanblue9247]

keep missing so much of these songs watching lyric video, missing the facial expression of emotion. I named my last daughter Rhiannon after growing up hearing this song, one of the most beautifl songs in my world.

[@scottmatzeder9162]

This is my favorite Fleetwood Mac song...keep going, they have ton`s of hits!

[@natashialopez9722]

I love "The Chain" live performance. As the song is about the relationship troubles between Stevie Nicks & Lindsey Buckingham, seeing her eyeball him every time she sings "damn your lies" is amazing. That had to be the most uncomfortable song to write and perform together.

[@donthompson4460]

I've spend HOURS over the last few days just watching a bunch of your videos. It's so refreshing to see actual reactions to the music I grew up listening to. There are so many fake reaction videos out there that it's nice to come across young people who actually give honest, heartfelt reactions. Keep it up.

[@josephamoraz7990]

FINALLY! This is one of my favorite performances of stevie nicks. What a beautiful woman and such a unique voice. I was lucky enough to see fleetwood mac live in 2018

[@faxcapper]

Last time I saw Fleetwood Mac Stevie Nicks was the size of a house....came on stage wearing a moomoo. Christine McVie on the other hand looked HOT.

[@jono8884]

" is a major figure in the Mabinogi, the medieval Welsh story collection. She appears mainly in the First Branch of the Mabinogi, and again in the Third Branch. She is a strong-minded Otherworld woman, who chooses Pwyll, prince of Dyfed (west Wales), as her consort, in preference to another man to whom she has already been betrothed. She is intelligent, politically strategic, beautiful, and famed for her wealth and generosity. With Pwyll she has a son, the hero Pryderi, who later inherits the lordship of Dyfed. She endures tragedy when her newborn child is abducted, and she is accused of infanticide. As a widow she marries Manawydan of the British royal family, and has further adventures involving enchantments." Wiki

[@beriandavies2111]

Thank you for sharing this. Too many people ready to label Rhiannon a witch. Diolch.

[@mrguymandude1096]

Been out of the loop for a while but still love you guys! Thank you, feelin the vibe.

[@jfoss1974]

Before this lineup, Fleetwood Mac was a blues band led by Peter Greene. And this lineup performed live like not many other bands could. Their performances led by Stevie Nicks are mesmerizing. They sound like they’re in the studio live. Amazing live performers!

[@custardflan]

"Go Your Own Way" and Landslide from this iteration of Mac. For a rewarding deep dive, go to the original FM with Peter Green -- Rattlesnake Shake, Oh Well and Black Magic Woman.

[@paulqueripel3493]

Man of the world (Brad will understand that) , Green Manalishi (he won't).

[@ZeeStranjelz]

Mick Fleetwood said that in the early days she sang the end almost like an exorcism...You really need to experience Rhiannon live...

[@steveboyes2090]

Pink Floyd live especially Pulse tour is something to behold. You will say you’ll never watch another studio song haha. SORROW, KEEP TALKING, SHINE ON YOU CRAZY DIAMOND.

[@paulstewart6203]

The studio versions of classic rock songs are the best to do, they are the versions that made the band famous.

[@jdb9388]

Iconic guitar riff just masterful, love how theres no fillers or unnecessary notes, just the right ones

[@cahillgreg]

1:50 Brad: 'I don't think we should ever do a live version again' Lex: [realizing the enormity of the dullard's ignorance] ' ... Yeah' Love is - Lex's level of accommodation and love for this lad

[@kswwhodat]

I would always first listen to the studio, then check the live. This whole Album is legendary! One of the best sounding recordings of all time.

[@garylorimer6543]

Anna Oswald, spot on. Lex is a beautiful spirit, and Brad caching up! Guys better late than never xx

[@stephanginther9051]

She said in an interview that she read the name Rhiannon in a novel and liked it so much that she got a sheet of paper and ten minutes later, she'd written this song....now that's talent right there.

[@shellzmoe8966]

This song is in my top 5 favorite songs of all time… really enjoyed this reaction! Love you guys! You always bring me a smile!

[@talon7132]

Highlight of my life was getting to meet Stevie Nicks. I own a copy of everything she's released. Seen her live 5 times with Fleetwood Mac , and 7 times solo , met her twice. I celebrate her birthday every May 26th instead of my own on December 13th

[@AJ-sx3ic]

Growing up, my mom played this whole album so much that I hated it. Then, as an adult began to love it.

[@mikebailey3723]

Switch back to the live version. The ending is great. Stevie goes off on it and slays it. Rocks it completely.

[@ronaldwalls8575]

Thanks, great reaction, you guys are awesome!

[@tiffanyscott4823]

Hey y'all, that was one of your best reactions ever and completely accurate in my opinion! I couldn't agree more. Keep on rocking, Bobby.

[@umpdaddy1]

You should watch the live version from 1976 to the end. The ending on the studio version is just the beginning of some breathtaking performance by Stevie on the live version. Incredible.

[@bennettmusiccollective3218]

Studio versions first! YES!!! Then go back and checkout the live! Exactly the way the bands intend you to hear it.

[@neilmartin99]

LOL Lex chillin in her Cozy while Brad rockin the short sleeve t-shirt. And yes, always do the studio version first except in a few rare cases.

[@shawnbrecht785]

Her voice has always made me melt

[@pauljansen1137]

the "Rumours" Album...Full Album review...pretty please!!

[@fewwiggle]

YES!!!!! Always listen to the studio/album version first and then (if you like the song) maybe react to a highly rated live version from bands/artists while they are in their prime.

[@artgirl67]

"Nicks started writing this song after reading the book Triad by Mary Leader. It is about a woman who believes she is being possessed by the spirit of a woman named Rhiannon. There are themes of mythology and the occult that Nicks used in her song along with the name." ~ Rhiannon was also a Welsh witch.

[@MyXxx77]

Fleetwood Mac (this version of Fleetwood Mac) is perfection in the studio. They mess with the live versions in a way that just makes me NEED to hear the studio version. Good call on the studio version! Brilliant song.

[@silversliver1592]

The best part of this reaction was Lex's response after Brad asked Lex if she was paying attention to the lyrics... Lex's tone & demeanor &delivery in her response of absolutely not.. made me done almost went and spit my denture out, honestly incredibly hilarious Lex .

[@domeshine69]

I also listen to the vocals as music rather than words. What they sing isn't nearly as important as how they sing it.

[@fuckbored4724]

Depends on the songwriter really. There are tons of songs where the words definitely are just as important.

[@Telly03]

Now go back and listen to the last couple minutes of the live version, it get's intense... well worth it

[@coramprat]

Live versions confirm an artists true voice. Stevie Nicks is one of those rare talents with a natural voice that needs nothing.

[@garykidson4489]

When you're listening to a song for the first time it's generally always better to go with the studio version. This is such a good song, the band is amazing! Try a few with Christine McVie on lead too, Songbird, You Make Loving Fun, Don't Stop.

[@Momsbasement354]

Love you guys! My favorite Fleetwood Mac song is Second Hand News. It makes me car dance whenever I hear it on the radio when I’m driving.

[@MrSticks9999]

The live performance in 1976 is the best female performance ever, IMO. You need to watch all of it and really get into it. Stevie delivers like no other!!!

[@peaceandloveusa6656]

I love it when ya'll are really into a song and just forget you are supposed to be giving commentary. You both looked so at peace listening to this song, and I was right there with you.

[@danielh115]

I love Fleetwood Mac, always have. One of my first vinyl records was Rumours in 1979. I named my son Rhiannon Gypsy, he's 32 now. 🥰🥰💙💙

[@RGRG3232]

Stevie Nick's solo track "Wild Heart" is so great. Don't miss it as her early solo stuff is just as good as any Fleetwood Mac where she's the lead singer.

[@vickystanley8853]

Rhiannon was a beautiful, benevolent goddess/witch from ancient times in Wales. Stevie said she wrote this song about her.

[@markbaker3013]

Thank you for sharing this with me

[@757optim]

There are great live performances. Generally speaking, the reason you know they are great is because you are familiar with the studio version.

[@jennhurl]

🌟"Sara"🌟 My favorite Fleetwood Mac song! ❤✌🎵

[@chadgnagy1574]

My absolute favorite Fleetwood Mac song!

[@hmpz36911]

Corrosion Of Conformity - "Albatross". I think you'll both like this song. It's a mid-paced groove, with more low end.

[@hafadude69]

If you're looking for a better live version, find the one in "the dance". They are much older, but any song from that live version is killer. They did a really great job.

[@ZeppeRemmy]

No one before or since sounds like Fleetwood Mac! A true gem! FYI, Haim was raised listening to them, their family was involved in their recording…

[@wheresatari668]

Rhiannon is my Wife's name. Needless to say, She loves this band and this song.

[@normanwallace7658]

This song is from the Welsh book on the Myths & Legends called "The Maginobion" & its about an old Welsh Witch !!

[@jackiehorner7908]

You so need to watch 1976 live version. Stevie's passion is unmatched at the end of the song.

[@MalevolentProphecies]

Alter Bridge - live at the Royal Albert Hall featuring the Parallax Orchestra - Words Darker Than Their Wings. Will convince you otherwise that live performances can be better than studio recordings

[@matthewkendall5235]

It's an amazing album throughout - one of my favourites growing up. To me all the songs in this album are about desire and dreams of what you wish to be or love and how they affect your reality aspiring to them - or them failing you...

[@zippitydoodah5693]

Now for a Lindsay retort: *_World Turning_* . If you liked this studio version the you will LOVE the studio cut of *_World Turning_* . Lindsay's voice and Christine's voice are sometimes difficult to tell apart so their harmonies and unisons are absolutely mesmerizing. The entire band was the real deal . . . everyone was a master of their part.

[@stonewall554]

to really appreciate how incredible Stevie's voice is you have to listen to it live. No filters, no adjustments, just pure voice.

[@brianbrooks1285]

I love their live version in '76