Fleetwood Mac

In March 1980, when Fleetwood Mac took the stage at the Hordern Pavilion in Sydney, they were riding high on the success of their album *Rumours*, which had been released in 1977. This iconic record had solidified their status as one of the biggest bands in the world, topped charts internationally, and won the Grammy for Album of the Year. By the time of this live recording, the band had also just released *Tusk* in late 1979, a daring double album that veered away from their previous pop-rock sound—an experiment that divided critics but showcased their artistic evolution. It's fascinating how *Tusk* included unique tracks like "The Chain," which became a staple of their live performances, and hints at the personal strife within the band at that time. Overall, this period marked a pivotal moment in their career where they were not just performing songs but living the complexities that inspired them.

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