Fleetwood Mac
Tusk

THE REVIEW

Formed in 1967 in the United Kingdom, Fleetwood Mac, with the stunning voice of Stevie Nicks on this album (who would later pursue a solo career), were one of the most influential bands in the rock-folk-blues scene of the '60s and '70s.
This album, dated 1979 (originally released in 2 records, then re-released as one...), represents one of the highest points in the career of the British band, as it manages to combine all the characteristics that had previously distinguished the band (namely, a relaxing rock-blues occasionally infused with folk excursions...) adding a pinch of healthy psychedelia here and there that makes this truly an excellent work.

The start, with "Over & Over," is the manifesto of what this album will be. The track is particularly calm, with a typically '70s drum and bass enhanced by Stevie Nicks' very soft voice that fits perfectly into this song. "The Ledge" is pure folk of just 2 minutes and honestly, for me, it was a bit of a disappointment on the album, since folk is absolutely not one of my favorite genres...
"Think About Me" is pure rock'n'roll in the style of the Stones, with repeated guitar chords for many rounds and small solos that significantly fill the sound of this song. "Storms," written by Nicks, is by far the best track among the 20 minutes contained, with the voice accompanied by very light guitar and bass that make these 5 minutes filled with emotions and leave you speechless every time you listen to it. All this 25 years after its release.
"Not That Funny" is a classic folk song with a typically '70s sound, with a compelling bass line and a drum rhythm that is very reminiscent of a simple waltz.

From here to the end, it's an alternation of upbeat tracks (like "That's Enough For Me" and "I Know I'm Not Wrong") and big blues ballads (like "Honey Hi," "Brown Eyes," and the closing track "Never Forget") that complete an album composed of some changes of pace (for example, from a fairly calm blues to a slightly more guitar-driven and slightly faster rock) that make it as varied as it is worthy. For lovers of '70s rock, this is a little gem to own, even though I don't feel like giving it 5 stars because of those bits of folk that are not part of my musical cultural background...