Music Reacts To Death Of Fleetwood Mac's Christine McVie
By Andrew Magnotta @AndrewMagnotta
December 1, 2022
The death Wednesday of Fleetwood Mac singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Christine McVie came as a shock to music fans around the world.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer died Wednesday morning at the hospital following a "short illness" at age 79.
Christine's family has asked for privacy and for people to keep her "in their hearts and remember this life of an incredible human being, and revered musician who was loved universally."
The outpouring of tributes Wednesday only served to validate that statement.
Fleetwood Mac was among the first to share a tribute to McVie, who first joined the group in 1970, two years after marrying cofounder and bassist John McVie.
"There are no words to describe our sadness at the passing of Christine McVie," the band said in a release. "She was truly one-of-a-kind, special and talented beyond measure. She was the best musician anyone could have in their band and the best friend anyone could have in their life. We were so lucky to have a life with her. Individually and together, we cherished Christine deeply and are thankful for the amazing memories we have. She will be so very missed."
Christine's bandmates chimed in soon after, with Stevie Nicks writing that she was ready to fly to London as soon as she learned last weekend that her "best friend in the world" was ill.
— Stevie Nicks (@StevieNicks) November 30, 2022
Fleetwood Mac cofounder and drummer Mick Fleetwood added that he "will miss everything about" Christine after making music with her for some 50 years.
Crowded House's Neil Finn, who toured with Fleetwood Mac as a singer-guitarist, added that Christine was "a unique and soulful woman, supremely gifted songwriter and a warm and wonderful friend."
Another one-time member of Fleetwood Mac, Mike Campbell, added that there was "no one like [Christine] in the universe." He added a recollection about a compliment Christine once paid him during rehearsal and concluded, saying, "I've never met anyone with such an angelic aura. Always so kind to everyone."
Heart's Ann Wilson called Christine "a gem" and said that Fleetwood Mac's "Over My Head" has long been one of her favorite songs.
Bob Seger added that Christine was as big a part of Fleetwood Mac's incredible success as anyone.
"As a singer, songwriter and keyboard player, Christine was an undeniable talent, responsible for so much of the success of the great rock band @fleetwoodmac. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family and the band in this difficult time." pic.twitter.com/YmIJCl7fIy
— Bob Seger (@BobSeger) December 1, 2022
Kiss's Paul Stanley wrote that Christine was fully deserving of her "Songbird" nickname.
https://t.co/mm8aw9Ae17 How Very, Very Sad. Those songs. That voice. She truly was the Songbird.
— Paul Stanley (@PaulStanleyLive) December 1, 2022
Sheryl Crow wrote that the "world feels weird without her here. What a legend and an icon and an amazing human being."
I am so sad to hear of Christine McVie going on to heaven. The world feels weird without her here. What a legend and an icon and an amazing human being. RIP https://t.co/nr6nfZ8rTM
— Sheryl Crow (@SherylCrow) November 30, 2022
Check below for more reactions as they arrive. Rest in peace, Christine McVie.
“You Make Loving 🥰 Fun”
— Vernon Reid (@vurnt22) November 30, 2022
That’s All I Wanna Do…
♥️
Rest In Love & Power Christine.
You made us believe.
🌹
Terribly sad news. Irreplaceable songs and a voice that was truly pure. https://t.co/fWvWAgFcRD
— Jason Isbell (@JasonIsbell) November 30, 2022
RIP Christine Mcvie. Left us too soon. What a songwriter! Never met her
— Tom Hamilton (@THaerosmith) November 30, 2022
but always heard she was a good person. Must be a sad day for John.
A Beautiful Soul…🙏✨🙏✨🙏✨🙏✨🙏 https://t.co/V9YSyfYMge
— David Coverdale (@davidcoverdale) November 30, 2022
So so sad to hear about Christine McVie an artist I held dear and close to my heart. One of the greatest all time songwriters, singers, and band members, she radiated both purity and sass in equal measure, bringing light to the music of the 70s. RIP. - John pic.twitter.com/MkGqAD1wRV
— Duran Duran (@duranduran) November 30, 2022
Rest in peace rock n' roll icon Christine McVie, singer and songwriter for Fleetwood Mac.
— The Doors (@TheDoors) November 30, 2022
McVie helped shape the sound of the '70s alongside her counterparts in Fleetwood Mac.
One of the rare musicians who can honestly say her voice was around us more than ever at the time when she left us #Everywhere #ThankYou https://t.co/b29axbhbqt
— Sebastian Bach (@sebastianbach) November 30, 2022
RIP Christine McVie. Thanks for the music ❤️
— Bryan Adams (@bryanadams) November 30, 2022
Oh no. 💔 The voice of an angel. RIP #christinemcvie Forever loved. pic.twitter.com/mt4qWWkJ1Y
— Belinda Carlisle (@belindacarlisle) November 30, 2022
I’m really upset about #ChristineMcVie a very underrated and talented woman. A great talent
— Dave Davies (@davedavieskinks) December 1, 2022
Gutted to learn about the passing of Christine McVie. Just gutted.
— Garbage (@garbage) November 30, 2022
Songbird forever. 🩸
Well this is some pretty sad shitty news. Always loved her. Always loved her songs. Sing in power Christine🎤💔Christine McVie, Fleetwood Mac Singer-Songwriter, Dies at 79 https://t.co/bX3Bu56WpT via @variety
— Diane Warren (@Diane_Warren) November 30, 2022
#ChristineMcVie has left us. What memories, what joy, and what a legacy…
— bettemidler (@BetteMidler) November 30, 2022