Former Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham has revealed that he underwent emergency open heart surgery last week. According to a statement written by his wife Kristen and posted to his official Facebook page, the 69-year-old rock legend is now recuperating at home. “While he and his heart are doing well, the surgery resulted in vocal … Continue reading Lindsey Buckingham Underwent Open Heart Surgery, Suffered Vocal Cord Damage →

Lindsey Buckingham has settled his lawsuit against Fleetwood Mac after suing his ex-bandmates for what he believed would have been his income from the band’s current tour. Rumors began circulating at the beginning of April that Buckingham had been ousted from the group and the news was confirmed shortly thereafter with the announcement that two … Continue reading Lindsey Buckingham Settles Lawsuit with Fleetwood Mac →

The saga of Fleetwood Mac continues to unfold with the news that ousted member Lindsey Buckingham is suing his former bandmates. The guitarist is seeking what he believes would have been his share of income from the band’s upcoming tour. Buckingham was reportedly asked to leave the band because he couldn’t commit to a touring … Continue reading Lindsey Buckingham Sues Fleetwood Mac →

The Red Hot Chili Peppers paid homage to Jimi Hendrix on Saturday night with their cover of his 1967 hit, “Purple Haze”. The SoCal rockers performed a short, seven-song set as part of the annual Silverlake Conservatory of Music Gala – a charity event which, this year, was held in honor of record exec Mo … Continue reading Watch The Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Cover of Jimi Hendrix’s “Purple Haze” →

Lindsey Buckingham took the stage last night on Jimmy Kimmel Live to perform two songs from his forthcoming album Solo Anthology: The Best of Lindsey Buckingham. The new album features live versions and alternative takes of songs from Buckingham’s extensive career. Due out October 5th via Rhino Records,Solo Anthology will be released as a 3-disc … Continue reading Watch Lindsey Buckingham Perform “Trouble” and “Soul Drifter” on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ →

In celebration of half-a-century as a band, Fleetwood Mac have announced the release of a new 50-song collection Fleetwood Mac 50 Years – Don’t Stop due out November 16th via Warner Bros. This comprehensive collection is the first to explore music from the group’s entire career – from their early days playing the blues, to … Continue reading Fleetwood Mac Announce First Ever Career-Spanning Set ’50 Years – Don’t Stop’ →

Often the most overlooked member of the band, a bassist is the glue that holds the whole musical foundation together.  These deserving players have changed music forever and have elevated the bass player to a place deserving honor and recognition. 20 Gene Simmons (KISS) Maybe this is a sympathy vote, but Simmons revolutionized rock and … Continue reading Top 20 Rock Bassists →

Lindsey Buckingham has made his first public comments since leaving Fleetwood Mac. The guitarist, who was rumoured to have been fired from his band of 43 years, performed and spoke Friday evening and confirmed that his leaving the band was “not a choice”. “It’s been an interesting time on a lot of levels for me … Continue reading WATCH: Lindsey Buckingham Makes First Public Comments After Leaving Fleetwood Mac →

Fleetwood Mac has revealed the dates for their North American Tour. Set to launch in October 2018, the band will travel to more than 50 cities across the US and Canada, wrapping up in the Spring of 2019. Produced by Live Nation, the tour will feature the newly announced line-up of Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, … Continue reading Fleetwood Mac Reveals North American Tour Dates →

Lindsey Buckingham has been fired from Fleetwood Mac after a disagreement over the band’s upcoming tour, Rolling Stone reports. Rumors have been ciriculating since April 4th when former Fleetwood Mac guitarist Billy Burnette tweeted “Breaking news: Lindsey Buckingham is out but I’m not in.” (The tweet has since been deleted.) The news was confirmed when … Continue reading Fleetwood Mac Fires Lindsey Buckingham →

Tom Petty delighted fans at London’s Hyde Park last weekend when he invited Stevie Nicks to join him on stage for a performance of “Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around.” The pair originally collaborated on the song for Nicks’ debut solo album in 1981. “You know that Tom Petty is my favorite rock star!” said Nicks. … Continue reading Stevie Nicks and Tom Petty Perform ‘Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around’ in Hyde Park →

While Fleetwood Mac’s Lindsey Buckingham and Christine McVie are currently making the rounds to promote their new self-titled duo album, the pair pulled out a Fleetwood Mac tune for a good cause when they stopped by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon last week. Watch Buckingham/McVie, Jimmy Fallon and the Roots perform “Don’t Stop” on … Continue reading Watch Lindsey Buckingham and Christine McVie Perform Fleetwood Mac Tune on Classroom Instruments →