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EPISODE · Jan 26, 2026 · 1H 21M

FLEETWOOD MAC – Rumours: A paean to the drama of love?

from Classic Rock And Prog Almanac · host timothyappleton

This week Peter and Tim discussed the eleventh studio album by Fleetwood Mac, Rumours. Topics covered include: the continuity between this album and the so-called California sound, whether this is Fleetwood Mac’s best album, the American versus the British aspects of the band, why Stevie Nicks’ best material was left off the album, and why you should and shouldn’t listen to music exclusively on headphones. Also, what alternative titles has Peter invented for all the songs? What’s the smallest number of chords you need to write a song? What’s the most annoying use of rock music by a politician? Who’s the best guitarist at playing just one note? Is the ending of The Chain in the wrong key? And finally, there’s a welcome return for Turner’s Turntable.

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