Rumours of Fleetwood Mac 2021

Back again after a postponed date, this newest Rumours tour is definitely worth the wait.

Anyone who loves music from the past 40 years will have no doubt enjoyed at least a handful of Fleetwood Mac's songs; from their first hit Albatross right through to the 80's smashes Big Love and Little Lies. Likewise their albums have always managed to deliver on every occasion but the history books will show that it was their eponymous 'Rumours' album that does, and will continue to, stand the test of time as a true classic.  

The songs are masterpieces in their own right but when the story surrounding the band (the in-fighting, love triangles and months of silence) are added there is more than a frisson of extra edge and pathos to the words.  Rumours, and the original live tour to accompany the album, was used by some band members to sarcastically remind others of their infidelities, betrayal and disdain.  I can't see the current crop of 'pop stars' ever having the mastery of English to be able to write such cutting sentiment into such catchy songs.

The musical prowess of all on stage is simply mesmerising whilst the vocals and  harmonies are pitch perfect to the originals.  Jess Harwood as Stevie Nicks and Emily Gervers as Christine McVie have all the power, sex appeal & vulnerabilities of the original female band members.  The boys, James Harrison as Lyndsey Buckingham, Etienne Girard as John McVie and the uncannily accurate Allan Cosgrove as Mick Fleetwood are note and inflection perfect.

A poignant addition to this tour play list is recognition of Peter Green, founder and soul of Fleetwood Mac who passed away in 2020.  His legacy is one which generations will be for ever grateful.  Dave Goldberg continues to defy the laws of nature and produce a performance of Green that, eyes closed, you'd swear there was a ghost up on stage.

If you look in any music press listings you will find many tribute bands covering almost all the big name acts from the 60's and 70's - The Counterfeit Stones, The Bootleg Beatles, Abbaesque, the Pink Floyd Experience but I challenge any of them to be as good as Rumours; in fact I will go so far as to say they would rival the original Fleetwood Mac if someone could ever get them on the same stage together.

It's Coming Home - Rumours of Fleetwood Mac at Darlington Hippodrome

 

It feels like a lifetime since we welcomed a tour to live theatre, and in the current climate of looking back with fond memories, it is fitting that one of the 1st to grace the Hippodrome is one of the most popular.

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is THE worlds most official tribute to Fleetwood Mac - even the maestro Mick Fleetwood himself endorses the show as "an extraordinary performance of Fleetwood Mac".  They have played to almost 1 MILLION fans across the world and guarantee a fabulous evening of songs, music, dancing and memories.

Now touring again after the enforced break, this is a perfect opportunity to refamiliarise yourself with just how much fun can be had on a night out.

Encompassing nearly five decades of legendary music and channeling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offer a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved bands of all time.

Anyone who loves music from the past 40 years will have no doubt enjoyed at least a handful of Fleetwood Mac’s songs; from their first hit Albatross right through to the 80’s smashes Big Love and Little Lies. Likewise their albums have always managed to deliver on every occasion but the history books will show that it was their eponymous ‘Rumours’ album that does, and will continue to, stand the test of time as a true classic.  The songs are masterpieces in their own right but when the story surrounding the band (the in-fighting, love triangles and months of silence) are added there is more than a frisson of extra edge and pathos to the words.

Hits include Tusk, Everywhere, Little Lies, The Chain, Don't Stop, Rhiannon, Gypsy and a special Blues set of the Peter Green era.

Check out the link below for tickets to the tour - the Darlington Hippodrome stop is on Tuesday 7th September - tickets via the Hippodrome website or by calling the box office on 01325 405 405.

https://www.rumoursoffleetwoodmac.com/uk-touring  

https://www.darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk/whats-on/Rumours-of-Fleetwood-Mac 

Preview - Rumours of Fleetwood Mac Tour 2018

Update - Follow the link at the bottom to be in with a chance to WIN 2 tickets to see Rumours of Fleetwood Mac at the Gatesehad Sage

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the world’s finest tribute to Fleetwood Mac, returns to the stage in 2018 with a brand new show celebrating 40 years of the iconic Rumours album.

Encompassing nearly five decades of legendary music and channeling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offer a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved bands of all time.

Anyone who loves music from the past 40 years will have no doubt enjoyed at least a handful of Fleetwood Mac's songs; from their first hit Albatross right through to the 80's smashes Big Love and Little Lies. Likewise their albums have always managed to deliver on every occasion but the history books will show that it was their eponymous 'Rumours' album that does, and will continue to, stand the test of time as a true classic.  The songs are masterpieces in their own right but when the story surrounding the band (the in-fighting, love triangles and months of silence) are added there is more than a frisson of extra edge and pathos to the words. 

This tour will bring alive mega hits such as Don’t Stop, Dreams, Go your Own Way and The Chain as well as much much more from the band’s whole catalogue.

If you look in any music press listings you will find many tribute bands covering almost all the big name acts from the 60's and 70's - The Counterfeit Stones, The Bootleg Beatles, Abba-esque, the Pink Floyd Experience but I challenge any of them to be as good as Rumours; in fact I will go so far as to say they rival the original Fleetwood Mac even after their recent reunion tour.

Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups.

“An extraordinary emotive performance of Fleetwood Mac”

MICK FLEETWOOD

"A stunning and incredibly accurate snapshot of the World’s first Super Group"

 SUNDAY TIMES

“They do Fleetwood Mac better than Fleetwood Mac.”

 MAIL ON SUNDAY

2018 North East Dates

March

Tue 27^th                 Harrogate              Royal Hall     

Thu 29^th                 Gateshead             The Sage

April

Thur 5^th                 Darlington             Hippodrome

May

Sat 19^th                  Gateshead             Sage

FOLLOW THIS LINK AND ENTER THE COMPETITION TO WIN 2 TICKETS

http://www.whatsonnortheast.com/competitions/win-a-pair-of-tickets-to-see-the-rumurs-of-fleetwood-mac-40-years-tour-gateshead-sage/

For full tour details and more insight on the best Fleetwood Mac go to

https://www.rumoursoffleetwoodmac.com/

https://www.facebook.com/rofmofficial/

https://twitter.com/rumoursfm

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac @ Darlington Civic

Anyone who loves music from the past 40 years will have no doubt enjoyed at least a handful of Fleetwood Mac's songs; from their first hit Albatross right through to the 80's smashes Big Love and Little Lies. Likewise their albums have always managed to deliver on every occasion but the history books will show that it was their eponymous 'Rumours' album that does, and will continue to, stand the test of time as a true classic.  

The songs are masterpieces in their own right but when the story surrounding the band (the in-fighting, love triangles and months of silence) are added there is more than a frisson of extra edge and pathos to the words.  Rumours, and the original live tour to accompany the album, was used by some band members to sarcastically remind others of their infidelities, betrayal and disdain.  I can't see the current crop of 'pop stars' ever having the mastery of English to be able to write such cutting sentiment into such catchy songs.

The show is, in effect, split into 3 parts (although there is only 1 interval); part one is a complete rendition of the Rumours album culminating in a spine tingling rendition of 'The Chain'.  Part two, straight after the break, allows the boys to take the stage and treat us to the more psychedelic repertoire of late 60's prog rock including a jaw dropping version of 'Rattlesnake Shake'. Then part three welcomes the girls back for a final foray into the more recent catalogue, ending with an almost tribal immersion in 'Tusk'.

The musical prowess of all on stage is simply mesmerising whilst the vocals and  harmonies are pitch perfect to the originals.  Louise Rogan as Stevie Nicks delivers sheer power and presence which defies the laws of physics from such a small frame while Amanda Kostadinov is as sultry and seductive as Christine McVie has ever been.  Alan Hughes takes the Lyndsey Buckingham role with the perfect blend of amazing guitar and punchy vocals backed by James Harrison on iconic basslines (he stole the first half with The Chain's middle refrain).  Ben Hughes, a mere baby compared to the rest of the cast brings a real blues feel to his guitar playing and is the perfect foil to the wonderful trance-inducing keyboards of the legendary Mr Dave Goldberg (whose performance is a great reason to have him age-tested - no way did someone so active & sprightly play keyboards on Radio 1 in the late 1960's).

If you look in any music press listings you will find many tribute bands covering almost all the big name acts from the 60's and 70's - The Counterfeit Stones, The Bootleg Beatles, Abbaesque, the Pink Floyd Experience but I challenge any of them to be as good as Rumours; in fact I will go so far as to say they would rival the original Fleetwood Mac if someone could ever get them on the same stage.