It’s been a while since Lindsey Buckingham was dismissed from Fleetwood Mac, and yet we’re still trying to wrap our heads around it. Buckingham is so intertwined with the band’s identity and success that his departure feels almost unreal. Of course, the tension between Lindsey and Stevie Nicks was no secret, and this wasn’t the first time those conflicts had come to a head.
But, as it often happens, things eventually reached a breaking point, and Lindsey’s exit became inevitable.
The band has addressed the situation in the past, but now Christine McVie has provided a clearer reason for Buckingham’s firing during a recent interview with Mojo. She explained:
“It was the only option left because the animosity between certain members had grown too intense. There was no way the band could continue as a five-piece with Lindsey still in the group. It was either break up completely or try to move forward.”
It’s tough, but when you think about it, it makes sense. While we all still feel the sting of Lindsey’s departure, we also realize that it’s better than seeing the entire band fall apart.
However, his exit wasn’t without drama, resulting in a lawsuit. Though it was eventually settled, it’s safe to say that Fleetwood Mac’s internal issues aren’t likely to be resolved anytime soon.
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