Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham Reissue 1973 Album After Decades of Limited Availability

Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham, the foundational voices behind Fleetwood Mac’s landmark 1977 album Rumours, are reuniting to reissue their 1973 self-titled album Buckingham Nicks. The project, set for release in July 2025, marks the first time the album will be available on streaming platforms and CD, expanding access to a record that has long been a niche treasure for collectors. The original vinyl, released during the duo’s early career before their Fleetwood Mac tenure, has been a rare commodity in record stores, with prices ranging from $40 to $90 for mint-condition copies [1]. The reissue follows a decades-long absence from mainstream availability, despite the album’s cult status among fans and its role in foreshadowing the musical chemistry that would define Fleetwood Mac’s success.

The Buckingham Nicks album, which initially flopped commercially, features the pair’s signature harmonies and Buckingham’s innovative guitar work—hallmarks later amplified in Fleetwood Mac. Music historian Brian Mansfield noted that the record’s mystique grew from its enigmatic cover art, depicting the couple in a nude, Eden-like aesthetic, and its limited initial distribution. “It’s one of those records everyone has heard of but few have actually heard,” Mansfield said, adding that its obscurity contributed to its allure [2]. The album’s failure to find a broad audience in 1973 led to Polydor dropping the duo, prompting Buckingham to tour with Don Everly and Nicks to return to waitressing before their eventual collaboration with Fleetwood Mac [3].

The reissue’s timing coincides with renewed interest in the duo’s pre-Fleetwood Mac era, fueled by social media activity. In June 2025, Nicks and Buckingham shared a coordinated Instagram post referencing Frozen Love, one of the album’s standout tracks. Nicks posted a line from the song—“And if you go forward…”—while Buckingham replied with “I’ll meet you there,” echoing the collaborative spirit that once defined their partnership [4]. This digital reunion mirrors their 1973 collaboration, which laid the groundwork for Fleetwood Mac’s later dominance.

Record store owners and collectors have long emphasized the album’s scarcity. Michael Bell of Hunky Dory Records in North Carolina described the original vinyl as a “fast-seller,” with copies disappearing within hours of being stocked [5]. Similarly, Bob Fuchs of Electric Fetus in Minneapolis noted that the store receives only two to four original pressings annually, each quickly claimed by collectors [6]. Geoff Good of Cheapo Discs in St. Paul, Minnesota, acknowledged that while demand for the original remains strong, the reissue is expected to broaden the album’s reach to a new generation of listeners [7].

The Buckingham Nicks reissue is also a cultural milestone. The album’s influence is often cited as a precursor to Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours, which emerged from the same romantic and creative tensions that shaped Nicks and Buckingham’s early work. Stephen Davis’ biography Gold Dust Woman highlights their 1970s collaboration as a blend of “Joni Mitchell fronting the Eagles,” with Buckingham’s guitar work and Nicks’ lyrical depth setting the stage for their later success [8]. Despite mixed reviews at the time—The Pittsburgh Press called the vocal blend “pleasant, albeit whiny”—the album’s artistic DNA became a cornerstone of Fleetwood Mac’s identity [9].

The reissue’s release will likely reignite discussions about the duo’s legacy. While Mansfield acknowledges the album’s quality, he cautions that it pales in comparison to their later work, noting, “It’s definitely not there yet” [10]. Nevertheless, the project underscores the enduring fascination with Nicks and Buckingham’s creative partnership, a dynamic that once defined Fleetwood Mac’s rise and continues to captivate fans decades later.

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