Mystery to Me by Fleetwood Mac (CD, Jul-1990, Reprise)

This CD epitomizes the 2nd phase of Fleetwood Macs existence. Great vocals , (Christine McVie , Bob Welch.) Always pounding bass & drums) Excellent hooks & phrasing. You don't have to have heard these songs to think of them as potential hits. 70's rock with a smoothness and brilliant recording.........Pat

This is one of Fleetwood Mac's classics. I bought this 1973 pre-Buckingham/Nicks album is the 80's, and it remains one of my personal favorites. While 'Hypnotized' is the hit and the most recognizable song on 'Mystery to Me', 'Emerald Eyes' is the most powerful song, and one of Bob Welch's best contributions to FMac. It is a dreamy tempo but has a strong melody. When I think of this version of Fleetwood Mac, 'Emerald eyes' is the song I think of; and 'Mystery to Me' goes into my CD player. 'Believe Me' is Christine McVie good,uptempo pop, similar to what she would do later with the supergroup. 'Just Crazy Love' is in the very same vein and her strongest contribution to this record. John McVie's infectious base carries the ska-like 'Forever'. 'Keep on Going' is a pleasant Welch song sung by Christine McVie and shows of the bands musical talents. Now, Bob Welch takes control of this record. The City is a blues romp with very nice slide guitar by Bob Weston. Miles Away and Somebody are Steady blues rock songs with Weston licks complementing Welch's melody. 'The Way I Feel' is a McVie piano-based love song that breaks up the blues/rock stride a bit. Their cover of the Yardbirds 'For Your Love' is a real gem, and smoother than the original. The band eases out of the record with Christine's 'Why'. There is not a weak song in the bunch. This is a perfect balance of the blues beginning of the band and the mainstream perfection that was to become of the band. Bob Welch, as an artist, shines brightly; and the band's cohesiveness is remarkable!

great early fleetwood mac. early hits emerald eyes and hypnotized. great guitars and drums. a magical mood in this music. this is before stevie nicks era. just great rock and roll.

This was the album I originally purchased in 1973 as an 8-track and had not seen sold in stores since. The song "Hypnotized" is a little known classic and is my personal favorite. These are the original members of the band. A must buy for Fleetwood Mac fans.

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Finally found the CD w/the song I wanted! Hypnotize is great. Hadn't heard alot of the other songs on this cd, they are very good as well. Excellent fast shipping.

A classic Fleetwood Mac album from before Buckingham and Nicks joined the band. Last album with Bob Welch. The song "Hypnotized" is still a classic rock station staple. A very good album that showcases Fleetwood Mac before they really broke out.