In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, legendary singer-songwriter Stevie Nicks opened up about the departure of Lindsey Buckingham from Fleetwood Mac in 2018. The decision, which shocked many fans, was apparently sparked by a single incident at a MusiCares benefit concert.
Nicks revealed that during the event, Buckingham's behavior towards others, including pop star Harry Styles, left her feeling uncomfortable. She recalled thinking about her parents' hypothetical advice, imagining her mother asking if she really wanted to spend the next 15 years with Buckingham, and her father suggesting it was time for a "divorce" from her longtime bandmate.
The singer emphasized that the decision wasn't premeditated, stating, "It happened one night, not planned." She added that she didn't share her thoughts with anyone until after the ceremony had concluded.
Reflecting on her long-standing relationship with Buckingham, Nicks stated, "I dealt with Lindsey for as long as I could. You could not say that I did not give him more than 300 million chances." This comment underscores the complexity and longevity of their professional partnership, which spanned several decades.
Since Buckingham's departure, the two have had minimal contact. Nicks mentioned a brief, three-minute interaction at a celebration of life for their late bandmate Christine McVie, held at Nobu restaurant.
When asked about the possibility of a Fleetwood Mac farewell tour, Nicks was unequivocal in her response, simply saying, "No." This statement seems to solidify the end of an era for one of rock music's most iconic bands.
The interview also touched on Nicks' current creative endeavors, including new music and her deliberate avoidance of internet drama. She shared an anecdote about a conversation with pop star Katy Perry, in which she proudly declared her lack of rivals in the music industry, attributing this to her absence from social media.
As Stevie Nicks continues to create and perform, her candid reflections on Fleetwood Mac's internal dynamics offer fans a glimpse into the personal side of the band's storied history.