Rumours is the eleventh studio album by British-American rock band Fleetwood Mac. Largely recorded in California during 1976, it was produced by the band with Ken Caillat and Richard Dashut and was released on 4 February 1977 by Warner Bros. Records.
This album includes a large 12" 4-page booklet with credits , photos. This album also includes a lyrics insert
Fleetwood Mac and Richard Dashut, Ken Cailat, Keith Olsen
Ken Caillat, Richard Dashut. Cris Morris
Record Plant, Sausalito, and Los Angeles, California. Waller Heider Recording Studios, Los Angeles, California, Criteria Studios, Miami, Florida, Davlen Recording Studios, North Hollywood, California, Zellerback Auditorium, UC Berkeley
Mixed at: Producer's Workshop, Hollywood, California
Desmond Strobel
Herbert Worthington
Rock, Pop-Rock
Warner Bros. Records – K 56344
Record Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 300 gram
1977 UK ( United Kingdom )
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Fleetwood Mac is a British-American rock band that was formed in 1967. Although the band has gone through various lineup changes over the years, its early formation is considered to be one of the most iconic and influential periods of the group's history.
The original members of Fleetwood Mac included guitarist Peter Green, drummer Mick Fleetwood, and bassist John McVie. The band's early sound was heavily influenced by blues and rock music, and their music often featured extended jams and intricate guitar work.
Peter Green was the driving force behind the band's early success. He was a gifted guitarist and songwriter, and many of the band's early hits, such as "Albatross" and "Oh Well," were written and performed by him. Green's bluesy guitar playing and soulful vocals helped establish Fleetwood Mac as one of the most exciting and innovative bands of the era.
In addition to Green's talents, the band's rhythm section was also exceptional. Mick Fleetwood's drumming was powerful and dynamic, and his sense of timing and feel helped drive the band's music forward. John McVie's bass playing was equally impressive, providing a solid foundation for the band's sound and serving as a counterpoint to Green's guitar work.
Despite the band's success, the early Fleetwood Mac lineup was not without its struggles. In 1970, Peter Green left the band due to personal and mental health issues. His departure was a significant blow to the band, and it marked the end of an era for Fleetwood Mac.
However, the band was able to carry on without Green, and they continued to enjoy success throughout the 1970s and 1980s. The band's sound evolved over time, moving away from its bluesy roots and incorporating elements of pop and rock music.
Today, Fleetwood Mac is considered one of the most successful and enduring bands in the history of rock music. Their music has influenced countless artists, and their legacy continues to be celebrated by fans around the world.