There are few performers as captivating as Stevie Nicks in the history of music, but this show-stopping delivery of “Rhiannon” on the iconic Midnight Special TV show in 1976 is up there with one of her best.
And it’s not just Nicks – the whole band are on fire! From Lindsey Buckingham’s searing guitar solo to Christine McVie’s bluesy piano breakdown and pitch-perfect harmonies, and the unrelenting dynamics of the Mick Fleetwood/John McVie rhythm section – in this moment it all comes together as the full force that is Fleetwood Mac.
Nicks introduces the song as the story of an “old Welsh witch” before leading the band into the mystical memoir set to a backdrop of searing rock ‘n’ roll. Enjoy the stunning performance below.
Fleetwood Mac | “Rhiannon” [The Midnight Special, 1976]
Safe to say, “Rhiannon” is one of the greatest pop songs ever written… about a witch.
In 1981, Stevie Nicks would elevate her legendary status even further with the release of her debut solo album Bella Donna, featurign several of he biggest hits, including Edge of Seventeen, Stop Draggin my Heart Around (With Tom Petty), and Leather and Lace (With Don Henley). Get it on limited-edition gold vinyl, here.
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