Mick Fleetwood on Rory Gallagher: "We in Fleetwood Mac knew he had the magic!"

Culture
30 Jun 20

Mick Fleetwood shares his reflections on Rory Gallagher's legacy, as part of our special 25th anniversary tribute to the legendary Irish guitarist.

Rising to international stardom as the drummer and co-founder of Fleetwood Mac, Mick Fleetwood is widely renowned for his decade-spanning work with the band, as well as his own solo recordings. In 1998, Fleetwood Mac were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, and received the Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music.

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From the first note I heard him play, we in Fleetwood Mac knew he had the magic! Rory was committed to every note he played! No surprise because he loved his life as a messenger bringing his music to us all. What shone then still shines now!

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The special Rory Gallagher 25th Anniversary Issue of Hot Press is out now – featuring reflections on Rory's legacy from President Michael D. Higgins, Imelda May, Johnny Marr, Mumford & Sons, Steve Van Zandt, Slash and many more. Pick up your copy in shops now, or order online below: