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FleetwoodFormed in 1967, Fleetwood Mac is a rock band consisting of both British and American members, led by drummer Mick Fleetwood. They had several initial hits off their early albums, including “Albatross” , “Oh Well”, and “Man of the World”. By 1974, a few key members had left the band but were joined by new members Lindsey Buckingham (guitar) and Stevie Nicks (vocals), leading them to a more pop-rock sound and international success. They released the album Fleetwood Mac in 1975 and it reached #1 in the US.
The 1977 release Rumours would become their most successful album and one of the best-selling in history, with over 40 million units sold. The album contains four #1 hits: “Dreams”, “Don’t Stop”, “Go Your Own Way” and “You Make Loving Fun”. The rest of the album would get significant airplay and earn them a Grammy for Album of the Year. Rumours is 8th on the best-selling albums worldwide. Their follow-up album was Tusk, a double record with three top 20 hits: “Tusk”, “Sara” and “Think About Me”.
By the late 1980’s, the band started to crumble with a rotating lineup of band members. In 1997, they released The Dance, a live greatest hits compilation, which became their fourth #1 album. They’ve sold over 120 million records, have a Hollywood Walk of Fame star, were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and have been nominated for and won several Grammys, AMA and Brit Awards.
The 1977 release Rumours would become their most successful album and one of the best-selling in history, with over 40 million units sold. The album contains four #1 hits: “Dreams”, “Don’t Stop”, “Go Your Own Way” and “You Make Loving Fun”. The rest of the album would get significant airplay and earn them a Grammy for Album of the Year. Rumours is 8th on the best-selling albums worldwide. Their follow-up album was Tusk, a double record with three top 20 hits: “Tusk”, “Sara” and “Think About Me”.
By the late 1980’s, the band started to crumble with a rotating lineup of band members. In 1997, they released The Dance, a live greatest hits compilation, which became their fourth #1 album. They’ve sold over 120 million records, have a Hollywood Walk of Fame star, were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and have been nominated for and won several Grammys, AMA and Brit Awards.
Chili PeppersThe Red Hot Chili Peppers formed in 1983 in Los Angeles, CA. The current members are Anthony Kides (vocals), Flea (bass), Chad Smith (drummer) and John Frusciante (guitar). They are widely considered the most successful alt-rock band, with the most #1 singles at 14 and most top 10 songs at 25. Their music incorporates several rock genres including alternative, funk, punk and psychedelic.
Their first big commercial success came with the album Blood Sugar Sex Magik released in 1991. It features the song “Give It Away”, which is one of their most successful and well known songs and won a Grammy in 1992. It was a #1 single on the charts along with “Under The Bridge” which reached #2. The album sold over 12 million units and reached #3 on the charts. In 1993, the band was joined by Dave Navarro on guitar and released the single “Soul To Squeeze” which reached #1. Following their next album and tour, Navarro left the band following allegations of drug use during band practice. In 1999, they released Californication which sold over 16 million copies. It features three #1 singles: “Scar Tissue”, “Otherside” and “Californication”.
In 2002, they released By The Way supported by an 18 month world tour. In 2004, they set a record with ticket sales of over $171 million for a three night stand in Hyde Park, making it the #1 tour of that year. The band continues to be active with new album releases and extensive tours. They’ve won 6 Grammys and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Their first big commercial success came with the album Blood Sugar Sex Magik released in 1991. It features the song “Give It Away”, which is one of their most successful and well known songs and won a Grammy in 1992. It was a #1 single on the charts along with “Under The Bridge” which reached #2. The album sold over 12 million units and reached #3 on the charts. In 1993, the band was joined by Dave Navarro on guitar and released the single “Soul To Squeeze” which reached #1. Following their next album and tour, Navarro left the band following allegations of drug use during band practice. In 1999, they released Californication which sold over 16 million copies. It features three #1 singles: “Scar Tissue”, “Otherside” and “Californication”.
In 2002, they released By The Way supported by an 18 month world tour. In 2004, they set a record with ticket sales of over $171 million for a three night stand in Hyde Park, making it the #1 tour of that year. The band continues to be active with new album releases and extensive tours. They’ve won 6 Grammys and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
