Collaboration Between Lindsey Buckingham and Mick Fleetwood Offers Glimmers of Hope for Fleetwood Mac Fans
In a promising development for Fleetwood Mac enthusiasts, former band members Lindsey Buckingham and Mick Fleetwood have been spotted working together again in a studio setting. This unexpected reunion follows a tumultuous history marked by Buckingham’s departure from the band in 2018.
A Tumultuous History
Buckingham’s exit from Fleetwood Mac came after more than four decades of collaboration, resulting from disagreements over upcoming tour plans. Following his departure, guitarist Mike Campbell from Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, along with Neil Finn from Crowded House, both joined the band as replacements.
Recent Developments
Despite the heartache of losing Christine McVie, who passed away in 2022 at the age of 79, Buckingham expressed his desire to rejoin Fleetwood Mac, declaring he would do so “in a heartbeat.” However, the possibility of a full reunion remains uncertain.
A recent photograph shared by producer Carl Falk depicts Buckingham and Fleetwood together in the studio, leading to speculation about new music. Falk posted on Threads, stating, “Slightly unreal moment to sit with Lindsey Buckingham and Mick Fleetwood… and to see his genuine happiness for Mick to finally do his own album.” He further added that Buckingham offered to contribute guitar and vocals to the new project.
Fleetwood’s Aspirations for Reconciliation
Mick Fleetwood has publicly voiced his hope for reconciliation between Buckingham and Stevie Nicks. He indicated that while there may be personal hurdles, he wishes for “a healing” between the two. Fleetwood noted, “It’s no secret…there is a brick wall there emotionally,” emphasizing the complexities of their relationships within the band.
In contrast, Buckingham has previously attributed his ousting to Nicks’ influence, claiming she issued an ultimatum to the band. However, Nicks denied this assertion, stating, “I did not demand he be fired…I proactively removed myself from the band.”
Challenges Ahead
As the remaining members navigate their collective grief over McVie’s passing, Nicks has made it clear that a reunion without her would be impossible. She expressed that without McVie, “there is no chance of putting Fleetwood Mac back together.”
Future Prospects
While an official Fleetwood Mac reunion seems unlikely in the immediate future, the renewed collaboration between Buckingham and Fleetwood signifies that there remains potential for individual projects. In addition, a “fully authorised,” definitive documentary about Fleetwood Mac’s history is currently being developed, which may shed further light on the band’s legacy.
As Buckingham and Fleetwood work on this new album, fans will have to wait and see how these developments unfold and whether they will bring about further collaborations among the iconic members of Fleetwood Mac.