Exploring Lindsey Buckingham's Solo Journey: From 'Under The Skin' to 'Go Insane
Lindsey Buckingham, known for his work with Fleetwood Mac, has also pursued solo projects throughout his career. One of his solo albums, "Under The Skin," was created during downtime on a Fleetwood Mac tour, showcasing Buckingham's voice and guitar skills. The album featured minimal input from other musicians, with only a few tracks including Fleetwood Mac members John McVie and Mick Fleetwood. Buckingham described the album as a departure from his Fleetwood Mac work, aiming for a more intimate and pure sound reminiscent of '70s records like Joni Mitchell's "Blue."
Reflecting on his earlier solo albums, Buckingham expressed mixed feelings about 1981's "Law And Order" and 1984's "Go Insane." While he found "Go Insane" to be better than his debut solo effort, he revealed that the production process with Roy Thomas Baker for the latter album was challenging. Buckingham humorously mentioned that listening to "Go Insane" would require a big joint, a habit he had not indulged in for a long time. Despite the difficulties, Buckingham acknowledged the growth and evolution in his solo work over the years.
In conclusion, Lindsey Buckingham's solo career has seen him explore different musical styles and production approaches outside of his work with Fleetwood Mac. While some albums may have posed challenges during their creation, Buckingham's dedication to his craft and pursuit of artistic integrity shine through in his solo discography.