Our summer tradition at Here’s the Thing continues, as staff members choose their favorite conversations from the archives for our Summer Staff Pick series. This week, we revisit Alec’s 2021 interview with Mick Fleetwood, drummer and founding member of Fleetwood Mac, one of the most successful rock bands of all time and creators of enduring hits like “Landslide,” “Dreams,” and “Don’t Stop.” Fleetwood talks to Alec about how his dyslexia led him to drumming, how supportive parents encouraged his talent and his move to London as a teenager, how his friendship with the band’s founder, guitarist Peter Green, evolved to a life-long friendship, and how Fleetwood Mac balanced the weight of their interpersonal dynamics and the band’s wild, over-the-top success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mick Fleetwood, member of Fleetwood Mac, discusses the 45th Anniversary of 'Rumours', including what the good days of making the album were like, how the tracklist came together, and having to tell Stevie Nicks a song she loved wouldn't make the cut.

Join Mick Fleetwood, co-founder of Fleetwood Mac, as he shares his heartfelt journey through music. He expresses gratitude for Peter Green's influence and reflects on the complexities of the band's most famous albums. The discussion reveals the intricacies of band dynamics and touches on the band's future. Mick recounts humorous anecdotes from life on the road and highlights the importance of collaboration in creating their iconic sound. Enjoy a nostalgic dive into the legacy of one of rock's biggest bands!