Timeless Blues Brilliance: Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac – Oh Well
Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac – Oh Well – Live at Monster Music Mash, 1969.
Peter Green-era Fleetwood Mac throwing it down on the BBC’s Monster Music Mash in 1969.
The one and only real Fleetwood Mac. RIP Peter, you’re a legend!
Step back in time to 1969 and witness a mesmerizing musical journey as Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac graces the stage at the Monster Music Mash. This live performance of “Oh Well” is an unforgettable testament to the band’s blues prowess and captivating stage presence.
Green’s haunting guitar riffs and soulful vocals transport the audience to another realm. The synergy between the band members is electric, as they seamlessly blend traditional blues with their own unique twist. The raw emotion and energy pouring from the stage are simply awe-inspiring.
The performance’s setlist is a compelling mix of blues anthems and original compositions. While the transitions between songs are generally smooth, there’s a minor lull during the middle of the set that slightly disrupts the overall flow. Nonetheless, the band quickly recovers, leaving the audience craving more.
The band’s interaction with the audience is genuine and heartwarming. Peter Green’s charismatic banter and heartfelt storytelling between songs create an intimate connection with the crowd. You can feel the love and admiration that the fans have for this iconic group.
The vintage recording captures the essence of the late ’60s music scene, with colorful stage lights and psychedelic visuals. While the quality isn’t pristine by today’s standards, it adds to the charm of this historic performance. The atmosphere is palpable, as the audience’s excitement and energy are contagious.
Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac – Oh Well – Live at Monster Music Mash, 1969 is an indispensable piece of music history. It’s a rare glimpse into the peak of British blues-rock, showcasing the band’s unmatched talent and profound connection with their audience. This performance is a time capsule of an era that shaped rock and blues music for generations to come. Don’t miss the chance to experience this musical journey for yourself.
Lyrics:
Can’t help about the shape I’m in
Can’t sing, I ain’t pretty and my legs are thin
Don’t ask me what I think of you
Might not give the answer that you want me to
Now when I talk to God I knew he’d understands
He said stick by me and I’ll be your guidin’ hand
Don’t ask me what I think of you
I might not give the answer that you want me to
Oh, well, oh, well, oh, well, well, well, well
Yeah, ooh
Well, we haven’t played anything from Tusk yet
So, we gonna some out tonight for you
And, ah, the first one of which is actually the first track on side one
And it’s called Over and Over
Songwriters: Peter Alan Green
Oh Well was performed in Manchester’s Dickenson Road Studio and recorded via land line on Video Tape in London.
Half way through playing Peter Green just stopped saying “Why are we playing this crap?” and it was some time before he could be persuaded to start again.
This explains the odd centre section but credit is due to the VT Editor who managed to salvage a broadcastable set. Remember this was in the days where the editing was done with a razor blade on 2 inch wide tape.
I was one of the camera operators.