In 1977, rock ‘n roll history was made. Though hardly unaccustomed to fame, Fleetwood Mac would ascend into a whole new realm of superstardom following the release of their eleventh studio album, Rumours. Each song offered glimpses into the inner workings of a band which was close to self-destructing, with personal relationships between band members horribly fractured.
Despite such tensions, the group persevered, and conceived a record that continues to capture hearts and minds of music fans across the globe. Considered one of the greatest albums of all time, Rumours has now sold an estimated 40 million copies worldwide, is certified 20x platinum in the US alone, and has been on the Billboard 200 for over 40 years thanks to its enduring, generation-spanning popularity.
Its legacy, obviously, is undeniable, but is Rumours actually Fleetwood Mac’s best album? While it's undoubtedly a work of genius, I'd argue that the group's 1987 release, Tango In The Night, is far more deserving of that title.
