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On this Day in Stevie History

Stevie Nicks performed at the Wiltern Theatre
On May 26, 2011, Stevie Nicks performed at the legendary Wiltern Theatre in Los Angeles. For the special show occurring on her birthday, Stevie showcased eight songs from her seventh solo album In Your Dreams. Lindsey Buckingham, Mike Campbell, and Dave Stewart made guest appearances.

Set List
1. Stand Back
2. Annabel Lee
3. Dreams
4. Sorcerer
5. Moonlight (A Vampire’s Dream)
6. Ghosts Are Gone (with Dave Stewart)
7. Soldier’s Angel (with Lindsey Buckingham)
8. In Your Dreams (with Dave Stewart)
9. Rhiannon
10. For What It’s Worth (with Mike Campbell)
11. Secret Love (with Dave Stewart)
12. Fall from Grace
13. Cheaper Than Free (with Dave Stewart)
14. Edge of Seventeen
  ENCORE
15. Love Is
May 26, 2011
Stevie Nicks released In Your Dreams

On Tuesday, May 3, 2011, Stevie Nicks released In Your Dreams, her seventh solo album. The album debuted at No. 6 on Billboard Hot 200 Albums, her fifth Top 10 album, selling 52,000 copies in the first week.

In Your Dreams features the singles “Secret Love” and “For What It’s Worth,” which were released with promotional videos along with “Moonlight (A Vampire’s Dream)” and “Cheaper Than Free” (featuring Dave Stewart).

May 3, 2011
Stevie Nicks opens Australasia tour in Melbourne

On February 18, 2006, Stevie Nicks opened the Australasia leg of the Gold Dust Tour at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Victoria, accompanied by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO). In 2007, her performances of “Landslide” and “Edge of Seventeen” appeared on the retrospective Crystal Visions…The Very Best of Stevie Nicks.

February 18, 2006
Stevie Nicks performed at Rock for the Cure gala

On November 17, 2005, Stevie Nicks performed a benefit show for Nevada Cancer Institute’s “Rock for the Cure” gala. (The Institute became part of UC San Diego Health in February, 2012.)

November 17, 2005
Stevie Nicks performed in Atlantic City

On September 15, 2001, Stevie Nicks performed at the Trump Taj Mahal (now Hard Rock Hotel & Casino) in Atlantic City, New Jersey, the first show after the September 11th attacks in New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Stevie referenced the attacks at the show and called for the healing power of music to help get through the tragedy.

September 15, 2001
Stevie Nicks released Trouble in Shangri-La

On May 1, 2001, Stevie Nicks released her sixth solo recording Trouble in Shangri-La, a concept album based on the highs and lows of fame. Stevie has described it as the difficulty of maintaining “Shangri-La” or staying at the top of one’s career or profession. The album includes the singles “Every Day,” “Planets of the Universe,” and “Sorcerer” (featuring Sheryl Crow), all charting well on the Billboard’s adult contemporary chart surveys.

Backed by VH1’s “Arist of the Month” campaign, Trouble in Shangri-La earned a gold certification from the RIAA for the shipment of 500,000 copies to retailers. “Planets of the Universe” (remixed by DJs Tracy Young and Illicit) topped Billboard Dance Club Play on August 11, 2001 and scored a nomination for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance at the 2002 Grammy Awards.

May 1, 2001
Fleetwood Mac performs at the 40th Annual Grammy Awards

On February 25, 1998, Fleetwood Mac performed a medley of songs (“Rhiannon,” “Go Your Own Way,” and “Don’t Stop”) at the 40th Annual Grammy Awards. The group was nominated for three Grammys: Best Performance by Duo or Group with Vocals for “Silver Springs,” Best Pop Album for “The Dance,” and Best Rock Performance by Duo or Group for “The Chain.”

February 25, 1998
Fleetwood Mac’s The Dance is certified 3X platinum by RIAA

On January 27, 1998, Fleetwood Mac’s reunion album The Dance, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the release of the band’s 40-million seller Rumours, is certified 3X platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

January 27, 1998
Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham performed ‘Big Love’ on The Late Show

On January 13, 1998, Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham performed “Big Love” on The Late Show with David Letterman, the second of two appearances on the show that week.

January 13, 1998
Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham performed ‘Landslide’ on The Late Show

On January 12, 1998, Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham performed “Landslide” on The Late Show with David Letterman, the first of two appearances that week.

January 12, 1998