Fleetwood Mac is a British-American rock band formed in London in 1967, celebrated for timeless albums like Rumours and hits such as "Go Your Own Way"; their evolving lineup and blend of rock, pop, and folk have made Fleetwood Mac a staple in classic rock playlists.
The hypnotic bass-driven ending of "The Chain" was largely built around John McVie’s bassline and Mick Fleetwood’s drum groove — a rare example of a hit song evolving from rhythm-section ideas rather than a lead-guitar or vocal hook.
Practice Questions
Q:Who were Fleetwood Mac's founding members?
A:Peter Green, Mick Fleetwood, John McVie.
Peter Green, Mick Fleetwood and John McVie coalesced after sessions with John Mayall's Bluesbreakers; Green's leadership defined their early British blues identity before later personnel shifts.
Q:What role did Lindsey Buckingham play in the band?
A:Lead guitarist and primary songwriter.
Lindsey Buckingham provided distinctive guitar work, innovative production ideas, and many key songs; his partnership with Stevie Nicks also shaped the band's vocal and compositional signature.