Fleetwood Mac - Live in Boston

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Summary: Why diss Stevie? The Mac rocks
Review: I read a review on here where somebody described Stevie Nicks as "pear shaped" and this is so shallow.FYI Ms. Nicks lost over 70 pounds and now weighs 125 pounds.She did this with no drugs, and slowly and steadily the past few years.No liposuction, no diet pills, she has simply remained on the Atkins diet and is healthy, drug free, and nicotine free.She is 5'1, so at 125, she has a little bit of hips, but give the lady a break.She is a singer/songwriter, a rock icon and the only female rock artist that STILL sells millions of cd's and sells out tours for 30 years and counting. Stevie is NOT a fashion model, she is an artist, so passing cruel comments regarding her weight is shallow and has nothing to do with the music, which, obviously, millions still enjoy.Unlike other females approaching 60, Stevie doesn't have that stretched out plastic surgery, or rely on trends to stay popular.Nicks is adored by her loyal fans because of her music.While she doesn't have the range of, lets say, a Pat Benatar, she excells with the most emotional sounding voice in rock.The songs she has written are classic rock staples, her image never changes, and she remains true to herself and her loyal fans.Like it or not, Stevie Nicks has lasted longer in terms of record and concert sales than any female rock star in history(sans Tina Turner, but Tina is not straight-up Rock and roll all the time).If being 125 pounds qualifies a person as "pear shaped." then the person who wrote that cruel comment needs to realise Nicks is a singer, and not a model.Besides, she is a very very good looking woman, an amazing singer and writer, has her own style of wardrobe and a hypnotic stage presence. 30 years later, she obviously created a genre of her own that seems to never bore her fan base.As for Buckingham, give him a break--he is an amazing guitarist and producer.As a member of Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks is a potent part of this band. As a solo artist, she proved to be a mega selling artist and one of the few that balanced a popular solo career while maintaining her position as a member of a major band(Fleetwood Mac).Regarding the few negative reviews of this concert, I do not agree. One person says the performers smiles are missing here. I watch this concert dvd over and over and love it and see a LOT of smiling amongst the band, plenty of energy and certainly no evidence of a tired band simply going through the motions.Bad editing? I found the camera work and editing wonderful. The sound qualty is amazing, the set list has new songs, rare songs and classics.Ths is a band who always have been able to combine great rock and roll with great melodies and an animated stage show that does not rely on special effects.And Mick Fleetwood and John McVie are one of the best rythym sections of any band in history.No matter how many people try and diss this band simply because they are older now, it will never stop the millions of fans who appreciate and love this music.If you enjoy Stevie and the Mac, buy this dvd set.It is another classic performance by one of the most succesful rock and roll bands in history.

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Summary: A nice memento of the concerts from 2003-2004
Review: I really would like to give this 4 or 5 stars, but after seeing them live in Moline, IL; St. Louis, MO; Portland, OR, and Seattle, WA between 2003-2004, the quality of the performance wasn't as good as the shows later on. Whoever decided to put this out should have picked a better concert to market. It is wonderful to have a memento of the concerts that I enjoyed over the last two years. I think what drags this package down is the CD. Come on, it's the same songs marketed over and over again. Is this a marketing ploy to sell many? Most of the people that would consider buying this are probably going to be people who are true fans and wanted to hear songs other than what shows up on every greatist hits and compilation CDs! The gang played plenty of songs in the concert that would have been suitable for the companion CD. Too bad the 2004 concert song list didn't make it. I Know I'm Not Wrong would have been awesome. Maybe next time.

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Summary: Very Good - With a Few Surprises
Review: I saw Fleetwood Mac on the "Say You Will" tour in Oklahoma City and Toronto and was amazed how the different the two shows were. The OKC show suffered from horrible acoustics and technical glitches - neither was the band's fault but the Toronto show was first-class. Happily, the Boston show on this DVD is seamless and glitch-free. There are several surprises: Stevie Nicks' "Beautiful Child" is wonderfully emotional and beautifully sung, "Rhiannon" and "Gypsy" both fare better than on "The Dance" but "Silver Springs" is'nt performed as well - perhaps because it is familiar now and it was'nt back in 1997. Lindsey Buckingham's fiery guitar and quirky vocals are one of a kind and he is in fine form here. But Christine McVie's presence is sorely missed: her upbeat, bouncy love songs always countered the darker material from Nicks and Buckingham and her backing vocals helped propel the performances from all the voalists. The accompanying CD is a nice bonus

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Summary: The mighty Mac attacks again, better than ever!
Review: I saw the "Say You Will" tour twice in Los Angeles, and this excellent 2-DVD set(plus extra audio cd) is an AWESOME way to re-live this tour over and over .Comparing it to "The Dance", is difficult. While "The Dance" is amazing, it was shot over a couple of days before a private audience on a soundstage in Burbank, Ca. The best performances were picked and edited into one show. But this, is a complete 2 hour and 25 minute concert, shot in front of an audience of over 15,000 in Boston. The result is a hard rocking, terrific performance, shot in HD widescreen, with amazing audio and filmed beautifully. The MAC does not hold back,either!Stevie Nicks sounds great, looks trim and beautiful, and twirls like a maniac during her solo song, "Stand Back." Mick's druming is fast, furious, and kicks the show into high gear on the third song, "Eyes of the world." He could put a drummer 30 years younger to shame. And his trademark solo during "World Turning", is still crazy and entertaining, like a demented cheerleader gone psycedelic. Lindsey Buckingham's vocals sound sharper than they have in recent years, and his guitar playing is just amazing. And, let's not forget John McVie, keeping perfect bass with Mick's manic drumming! Without Christine Mcvie this time, the show is edgier, harder rocking, and although she is missed, I kind of like this version of the band for a change. Stevie's "Rhiannon" sounds fresh and edgy. Rare songs such as "Beautiful child" and new ones like "Peacekeeper" and "Say you will" rock! I cannot praise this DVD enough! It is nothing short of perfect in my eyes! I will watch this over and over and cherish it! The bonus audioCD included is a very cut down selection of songs from the DVD. Nice to pop into the car stereo with the sound turned way up!This DVD set is a very welcomed addition to my vast Fleetwood Mac/Stevie Nicks video library.

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Summary: Rock Legends: Fleetwood Mac Playing At There Best
Review: I was at this Show the show was taped on September 23rd and 24th of 2003..I was at the Sept.23rd taping of the show which was a private invite only performance and I was up at the front of the stage on Lindseys side of the stage for most of the show and got to shake hands with Lindsey and Stevie came down to me at the end of the show and shook hands with me I was on cloud nine and told Stevie that I loved her and she said Thanks it was awesome as it was incredible show This Definetly one of there best tours and this show is an incredible show they played 3 hours that night and that is the length of the tours show I believe this dvd is about 2 hours but Im hoping they put the full show on the dvd which will be awesome looking forward to seeing it and was so glad to be part of this concert. Stevie and Lindsey are at there best and Lindsey is such an awesome Guitarist and singer and song writer They Rocked The Fleet Center in Boston and This will be a definetly a must own dvd of a legendary band at there best. Rock on Fleetwood Mac and The Mac is Back and at there best.(...)

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Summary: Rock On Fleetwood Mac!
Review: I'm a great fan of Fleetwood Mac and I love having a DVD to watch as I listen to the music and I have to say this one blew me away! There is so much energy and emotion in these songs it's amazing! Second Hand News, a good song but one I never cared for too much, is now one of my favorites. Lindsey starts playing and singing the beginning and then the spotlights hit Stevie and the sing out this great song together. During Tusk they hug and you can see all the bad feelings are gone; they have a look of pure contentment! But that's not all the great songs, far from it! Stand Back is performed perfectly in this DVD. By far my favorite version of the song so far. The new ending to Rhiannon is perfect for the song. It truly captures the feeling and atmosphere of that great, moving song. It is true that Christine isn't here and the DVD lacks Everywhere, Say You Love Me, Songbird and all her other wonderful songs, but the rest of the group does there songs without a hitch. Eyes of the World is a song I've never heard before live and I have to say it's so fun to listen to. The only thing I don't like about this DVD is that I heard the live concert lasted three hours and this is only two. If you even somewhat enjoyed any of the pervious DVDs (The Dance, Tango in the Night etc.) then you'll love this one! It's Great!

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Summary: a powerful show by a band that still rules
Review: Lindsey's hair is grey, Stevie looks like she's lost some weight since "The Dance" (looking good)but her range of voice isn't nearly where it used to be. And we're missing Christine McVie.
All of this might give you the impression that this is going to be just another live album by a burned out band...NOT! Mick's perfect drumming, and Lindsey's powerful guitar really rocks this show. There's a seriousness to the perfomance here that blows away the Dance concert. This live album set just goes to show what a real great band Fleetwood Mac still is after all these years. The best way to feel the power of this concert is by listening to the CD alone without the visuals of the DVD. Excellent job!

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Summary: Plenty of energy
Review: One nitwit wrote that there was no energy. What? What planet were you on? I saw them early in their tour in San Diego, and I was blown away by the power and emotion. Lindsey was a wildman he had so much energy!

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Summary: The Mac ROCKS in Boston!!!!!!!
Review: Stevie's performance of Beautiful Child alone would make this DVD/CD set worth purchasing. Beautiful Child is one of those hidden treasures that deserved to be heard and now it is.

Yes, the band is older. No, Stevie doesn't twirl as much and can't kick her foot higher than her head anymore...but who cares. The band's music and Stevie & Lindsey's voices are as strong as ever.

If the band needs to prove anything, they do! They prove that they can sing their classic songs with older, wiser voices and they prove, with their new songs, they they still have what it takes to touch their audience.

I have only one disappointment and it concerns the packaging of this DVD/CD set. There is only 1 song on the CD that isn't a classic. I think the CD should have been filed with the live versions of their newest songs because I'm sure Mac fans have numerous live versions of the classics already.

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Summary: Awesome, just plain AWESOME!!!
Review: This is a great addition to anyone's Fleetwood Mac collection. You really get to re-live the concert again and again. Stevie is just amazing performing Stand Back. You had to love Stevie and Lindsay singing Landslide. When Lindsay and Stevie sang "Say Goodbye" I almost felt like it was a private moment and I shouldn't have been part of it. It was great.