Everywhere (Live 1997)

Zoo Freaks, get ready to groove with the Zoo Crew as they spin the dreamy vibes of Fleetwood Mac's "Everywhere (Live 1997)" from their iconic live album The Dance. This track, originally from the 1987 album Tango in the Night, was penned by the brilliant Christine McVie, whose soulful lead vocals and keyboard magic shine through. In a 2019 BBC Four documentary, Fleetwood Mac's Songbird – Christine McVie, co-producer Richard Dashut revealed the song’s mesmerizing intro was crafted by blending a half-speed acoustic guitar with an electric one. Christine herself shared that Lindsey Buckingham slowed the tape way down to play the parts, and when sped back up, it sounded “bloody amazing.” This live version, captured on May 23, 1997, at Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California, pulses with the energy of the reunited “Rumours” lineup—Stevie Nicks, Lindsey Buckingham, Christine McVie, John McVie, and Mick Fleetwood—back together after a decade apart.

The song’s music video, directed by Alex Proyas, is a creative gem, weaving a visual tale inspired by Alfred Noyes’ poem “The Highwayman.” Two versions exist: one with Christine McVie, John McVie, and Mick Fleetwood superimposed over the story, and another focusing solely on the narrative. Built over two weeks with six interior sets, the video got heavy rotation on VH1, boosting the song’s reach. Fans have shared personal stories about “Everywhere” on platforms like Songfacts, with one recalling their four-year-old son mishearing the lyrics as “Thriftway,” imagining a couple joyfully grocery shopping together. Another fan tied the song to a first date, where it played as they shared a kiss, cementing its romantic legacy. Posts on X from 2024 honor Christine McVie’s genius, with fans mourning her 2022 passing while celebrating her performance in this live rendition.

Fleetwood Mac began in London in 1967, founded by guitarist Peter Green, who named the band after drummer Mick Fleetwood and bassist John McVie. Starting as a British blues outfit, they scored a UK number-one hit with the instrumental “Albatross” in 1968. Green’s departure in 1970, after struggles with LSD and mental health, marked a turning point. Christine McVie, then Christine Perfect, joined soon after, having contributed as a session musician. The band’s seismic shift came in 1974 when Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks joined, steering them toward the pop-rock sound that defined their global fame. Their 1975 self-titled album and 1977’s Rumours, fueled by personal turmoil and breakups, catapulted them to superstardom, selling over 120 million records worldwide. Despite lineup changes, including Buckingham’s 2018 exit and Christine’s temporary departure from 1998 to 2014, Fleetwood and McVie remained the band’s core.

Connect with Fleetwood Mac on their Facebook, Instagram, and X accounts for updates and nostalgia. Fans can dive deeper at Fleetwood Mac News, a dedicated site for tour dates and band updates, or join the vibrant Fleetwood Mac Fan Club on Facebook to swap stories and memorabilia. For Zoo Freaks craving more, check out Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, a tribute act endorsed by Mick Fleetwood, performing the band’s classics to over two million fans worldwide.