After decades apart, fans of Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham finally have new music from the duo: a freshly issued single, “Crying in the Night,” available now as a precursor to the full reissue of their 1973 debut album Buckingham Nicks . Far more than a nostalgic memento, it’s a powerful symbol of artistic reunification after years of public tension.
Historical Context & Significance
Buckingham Nicks launched in late 1973, years before both artists joined Fleetwood Mac. Though it flopped commercially, it became a cherished cult collector’s item—and crucially led Mick Fleetwood to recruit Lindsey, who insisted Stevie come aboard as part of the package . Their chemistry on that record laid the foundation for the classic Fleetwood Mac era.
The duo’s relationship—romantic and professional—was famously turbulent. They dated from the early 1970s until around 1976, inspiring many emotional songs on Rumours. In 2018 Lindsey was ousted from Fleetwood Mac over internal disagreements, a fallout intensively covered by the media . Stevie later declared that the band effectively ended with Christine McVie’s death in 2022, and said she had almost no contact with Lindsey after that point .
Yet recent months have brought a shift—heralded by coordinated Instagram posts. On July 17, Stevie shared a handwritten lyric, “And if you go forward…”, while Lindsey replied, “I’ll meet you there”—a line from their song “Frozen Love” . Mick Fleetwood joined in, posting himself listening to the same song and writing, “It’s magic then, magic now” .
Just days later, a billboard in Los Angeles appeared—featuring their names, the Buckingham Nicks vintage cover, and the date “Sept. 19”—confidently signaling a reissue ahead .
The New Single: “Crying in the Night”
Initially the opening track on the 1973 album, “Crying in the Night” has now been released as a stand‑alone single remastered from the original analog masters. Its resonance is immediate—rooted in Stevie’s lyrical introspection and a sound reminiscent of early Fleetwood Mac melodic drama. Its release serves both as a tribute to their roots and a graceful introduction to fans (old and new) ahead of the full album’s relaunch .
The Complete Reissue, Set for September 19
On September 19, the remastered edition of Buckingham Nicks will finally be available digitally, on CD, and in a limited‑edition high‑fidelity vinyl pressing by Rhino Records. Some versions feature collectible colored vinyl, replica 7″ singles, and luxury packaging drawn from original master tapes . Nearly 52 years after its original release, the album steps out of obscurity and into the digital age.
What It Means Artistically
This release isn’t merely nostalgia—it’s reconciliation in sound. In the remaster’s liner notes, Lindsey reflects that even as young artists, their collaboration already “stood up in a way you would hope it would,” while Stevie calls their early work “a very natural thing” . The new single, “Crying in the Night,” proves their songwriting and vocal interplay still carry emotional weight.
It’s a testament to their artistic bond—long after personal friction, the music still speaks. And for many fans, that bond meant more than band dynamics ever could.
Why This Matters Now
This is far more than a remaster release—it marks the first substantive public collaboration from the duo since their final 2018 split. Their subtle—but deliberate—social media messaging, combined with Mick Fleetwood’s participation and the billboard campaign, signals both acknowledgement of their past and a rekindling of their creative partnership.
While Stevie remains firm that Fleetwood Mac won’t reunite without Christine McVie, this act of musical reunion offers something nearly as poignant: a reclamation of their original duo identity without compromising the history they share .
In short: “Crying in the Night” isn’t just a new single—it’s the anchor for a graceful revival of Buckingham and Nicks, opening the door to their debut album finally returning to fans. It’s a bold move that bridges past and present, reminding listeners why their collaboration defined an era.
