History of Stevie Nicks in Timeline

Stevie Nicks, born Stephanie Lynn Nicks, is a highly successful American singer-songwriter. She gained prominence as a key member of Fleetwood Mac, contributing significantly to their signature sound and enduring popularity. Beyond her band work, Nicks has also cultivated a distinguished solo career, marked by numerous hit songs and albums. Her distinct vocals, mystical stage persona, and songwriting prowess have cemented her status as a music icon. She continues to inspire artists and captivate audiences worldwide, solidifying her place as a significant figure in music history.

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May 26, 1948: Stephanie Lynn Nicks Born

On May 26, 1948, Stephanie Lynn Nicks was born. She is an American singer-songwriter known for her work with Fleetwood Mac and as a solo artist.

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1967: Meeting Lindsey Buckingham

In mid-1967, Stevie Nicks met Lindsey Buckingham. He asked Nicks to replace the lead singer for Fritz.

1968: Fritz Opening for Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin

From 1968 until 1970, Fritz, the band Stevie Nicks joined, opened for Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin.

1970: Fritz Opening for Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin

From 1968 until 1970, Fritz, the band Stevie Nicks joined, opened for Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin.

1972: Fritz Disbands

In 1972, Fritz disbanded, leading Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham to continue writing as a duo.

1972: Relationship with Lindsey Buckingham

In 1972, Stevie Nicks became romantically linked to Lindsey Buckingham.

1972: Writing Rhiannon and Landslide

In 1972, Stevie Nicks stayed behind working on songwriting, and wrote "Rhiannon", after seeing the name in the novel Triad, and "Landslide", inspired by the scenery of Aspen and her deteriorating relationship with Buckingham.

1973: Buckingham Nicks album Release

In 1973, Buckingham Nicks, the eponymous album by Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham, was released. However, it was not a commercial success.

December 31, 1974: Fleetwood Invites Buckingham to Join

On December 31, 1974, Mick Fleetwood called Lindsey Buckingham, inviting him to join Fleetwood Mac. Buckingham insisted that Stevie Nicks also be included, leading to both joining the band.

1975: Fleetwood Mac Album Success

In 1975, Fleetwood Mac achieved worldwide success with the album Fleetwood Mac. Nicks's "Rhiannon" was voted one of The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time by Rolling Stone.

1975: Joining Fleetwood Mac

In 1975, Stevie Nicks joined Fleetwood Mac. This helped the band become one of the best-selling music acts of all time, with over 120 million records sold worldwide.

1976: End of Relationship with Lindsey Buckingham

In 1976, Stevie Nicks's romantic relationship with Lindsey Buckingham ended.

1976: Recording Rumours

In early 1976, Fleetwood Mac began recording their follow-up album, Rumours, which continued until later in the year. Also in 1976, Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham sang back-up on Warren Zevon's eponymous second album.

November 1977: Affair with Mick Fleetwood Begins

In November 1977, Stevie Nicks and Mick Fleetwood secretly began an affair after a concert in New Zealand on the Rumours tour. Fleetwood was married to Jenny Boyd at the time.

1977: Success of Rumours

After the success of the Rumours album and tour in 1977 to 1978, Fleetwood Mac began recording their third album with Nicks and Buckingham, Tusk, in the spring of 1978.

1977: Rumours Album Success

In 1977, Rumours became the best-selling album of the year.

October 1978: Mick Fleetwood Leaves Jenny Boyd for Sara Recor

By October 1978, Mick Fleetwood left Jenny Boyd for Stevie Nicks's friend Sara Recor.

1978: Recording Tusk

After the success of the Rumours album and tour in 1977 to 1978, Fleetwood Mac began recording their third album with Nicks and Buckingham, Tusk, in the spring of 1978.

1978: Grammy Award for Album of the Year

In 1978, Fleetwood Mac won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year for Rumours.

1978: Relationship with Mick Fleetwood

In 1978, Stevie Nicks was linked to Mick Fleetwood.

1978: Grammy Award for Rumours

In 1978, Stevie Nicks, as a member of Fleetwood Mac, won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year for Rumours.

1978: Rumours Wins Grammy Award

In 1978, the album Rumours won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year.

1978: Singing Back Up on Not Shy

In 1978, while working on Tusk, Stevie Nicks sang backup on virtually every track of Not Shy, recorded by musician Walter Egan.

October 19, 1979: Release of Tusk

On October 19, 1979, Fleetwood Mac released the album Tusk.

1979: Abortion After Pregnancy by Don Henley

In 1979, Stevie Nicks had an abortion after becoming pregnant by Don Henley.

1979: Recording Duet with John Stewart

In 1979, Stevie Nicks recorded the hit duet "Gold" with John Stewart.

1979: Writing and Recording Demos for Solo Project

In 1979, Stevie Nicks wrote and recorded demos for a solo project during Tusk sessions and the Tusk world tour. Modern Records was founded to record and release Nicks's material.

1980: Relationship with Jimmy Iovine

During 1980, Stevie Nicks became involved with Jimmy Iovine, who produced her album Bella Donna.

July 27, 1981: Release of Bella Donna

On July 27, 1981, Stevie Nick's first solo album, Bella Donna, was released, and reached number one on the Billboard 200 chart, with four singles making the Billboard Hot 100.

November 1981: White Winged Dove Tour

In November 1981, Stevie Nicks embarked on her White Winged Dove tour, which she had to cut short to record Mirage.

1981: Guest Appearances with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

During 1981, Stevie Nicks made occasional guest appearances with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers on their Hard Promises tour.

1981: Construction of Paradise Valley Home

In 1981, Stevie Nicks built a home in Paradise Valley, Arizona, where she lived with her brother's family.

1981: Beginning Solo Career

In 1981, while remaining a member of Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks began her solo career and released the studio album Bella Donna, which topped the Billboard 200 and has reached multiplatinum status.

1981: Recording Mirage

In late 1981, Fleetwood Mac recorded the album Mirage.

1982: Robin Anderson's Death and Marriage to Kim Anderson

In 1982, Stevie Nicks' friend Robin Anderson died of leukemia. Nicks then married Robin's widower, Kim Anderson, believing Robin would want her to care for her son. They divorced three months later.

1982: Recording Mirage

In early 1982, Fleetwood Mac recorded the album Mirage.

June 10, 1983: Release of The Wild Heart

On June 10, 1983, Stevie Nicks released her second solo album, The Wild Heart, which went double platinum and reached number five on the Billboard 200 albums chart.

June 1983: US Festival Performance and Tour

In June 1983, Stevie Nicks performed at the second US Festival and later toured the U.S.

November 1983: Touring the U.S.

From June 1983 to November 1983, Stevie Nicks toured the U.S. after her performance at the US Festival.

December 1983: Saturday Night Live Appearance

In December 1983, Stevie Nicks appeared on Saturday Night Live, performing "Stand Back" and "Nightbird".

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1983: Relationship with Joe Walsh

In 1983, Stevie Nicks became involved with Eagles and James Gang guitarist Joe Walsh.

1983: Marriage to Kim Anderson

In 1983, Stevie Nicks married Kim Anderson, the widower of her best friend Robin Anderson, soon after Robin's death from leukemia.

1984: Recording Mirror Mirror

In 1984, Stevie Nicks recorded songs for her third solo album, originally titled Mirror Mirror.

1984: Tour and Song for Joe Walsh's Daughter

In 1984, Stevie Nicks toured with Joe Walsh and wrote "Has Anyone Ever Written Anything for You?" about Walsh's deceased daughter.

November 18, 1985: Release of Rock a Little

On November 18, 1985, Stevie Nicks released her third solo album, Rock a Little, to commercial success.

October 1986: Rock a Little Tour Ends

In October 1986, Stevie Nicks toured for Rock a Little until, and performed with Bob Dylan and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers during their tour in Australia.

1986: End of Relationship with Joe Walsh

In 1986, Stevie Nicks' relationship with Joe Walsh ended due to mutual drug abuse.

1992: "Silver Springs" Included on Retrospective Album

In 1992, "Silver Springs", written by Stevie Nicks about her tumultuous relationship with Buckingham, was included on the four-disc Fleetwood Mac retrospective 25 Years – The Chain.

1998: Induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

In 1998, Stevie Nicks was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Fleetwood Mac.

2003: Grammy Hall of Fame Award

In 2003, Stevie Nicks received the Grammy Hall of Fame Award.

October 2005: Attendance at Melbourne Cup Week and Launch of Gold Dust Tour Extension

In October 2005, Stevie Nicks attended the Melbourne Cup Week in Australia, where one of the horse-racing stakes was named after her, The Stevie Nicks Plate. She also used the opportunity to launch the Australian/New Zealand extension of her Gold Dust tour for February and March 2006.

March 2006: Gold Dust Tour in Australia and New Zealand

In March 2006, Stevie Nicks toured in Australia and New Zealand with John Farnham, as part of her Gold Dust tour.

October 2006: Performance at Bette Midler's Hulaween

In October 2006, Stevie Nicks was the featured performer for Bette Midler's benefit function, Hulaween.

March 2007: Release of Tom Petty's Homecoming Concert on DVD

In March 2007, Tom Petty's Homecoming Concert in Gainesville, FL, which included performances with Stevie Nicks, was released on DVD, as well as PBS Soundstage.

July 2007: Sale of Paradise Valley Home

In July 2007, Stevie Nicks announced her Paradise Valley, Arizona home would be put up for sale to downsize and focus on charity work.

2007: Reflections on Relationship with Joe Walsh

In 2007, Stevie Nicks referred to Joe Walsh as one of her greatest loves, acknowledging that their relationship couldn't be sustained due to mutual drug abuse.

2007: Nicks Discusses Marriage to Kim Anderson

In 2007, Stevie Nicks told the Telegraph that her marriage to Kim Anderson following the death of his wife, Robin, was due to insane grief.

2008: Soundstage Sessions Tour

In 2008, Stevie Nicks embarked on the Soundstage Sessions tour in the U.S.

2009: Nicks Discusses Cocaine Use

In 2009, Stevie Nicks told Chris Isaak that she started using cocaine because they were told it was recreational and not dangerous.

2009: Release of Live in Chicago

In 2009, a video recording of one of Stevie Nicks' Soundstage Sessions tour concert dates was released as Live in Chicago. Vanessa Carlton performed as a guest artist.

March 20, 2011: Launch of Heart & Soul Tour with Rod Stewart

On March 20, 2011, Rod Stewart and Stevie Nicks launched the Heart & Soul Tour in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, uniting the two singers for a series of arena concerts throughout North America.

August 9, 2011: Start of In Your Dreams Solo Tour

On August 9, 2011, Stevie Nicks' solo tour for In Your Dreams began in Denver, Colorado.

December 2011: In Your Dreams Tour in Australia and New Zealand

Until December 2011, Stevie Nicks continued on an Australian and New Zealand leg of the In Your Dreams tour accompanied by Dave Stewart.

June 2012: Resumption of In Your Dreams Tour

In June 2012, Stevie Nicks resumed the In Your Dreams tour and joined Rod Stewart for another leg of the Heart & Soul Tour during the summer.

December 27, 2013: Officiated Wedding of John McCauley and Vanessa Carlton

On December 27, 2013, Stevie Nicks, an ordained minister, officiated the wedding of Deer Tick singer John McCauley and singer-songwriter Vanessa Carlton.

2017: Rumours Sales Figures

As of 2017, Fleetwood Mac's album Rumours had sold over 45 million copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling albums of all time.

October 2018: Nomination for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

In October 2018, Stevie Nicks was one of fifteen artists to be nominated for induction to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

December 13, 2018: Induction to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

On December 13, 2018, Stevie Nicks was announced as one of seven inductees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class of 2019, making her the first woman to be inducted twice to the hall.

2019: Second Induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

In 2019, Stevie Nicks was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist, making her the first woman to be inducted twice.

2019: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction

In 2019, Stevie Nicks was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, making her the first woman to be inducted twice.

2020: Relationship with Granddaughter Robin

In 2020, Stevie Nicks said that her stepson's daughter, named Robin after his late mother, calls Nicks "Grandma Stevie".

2023: Concerts with Billy Joel

In 2023, Stevie Nicks and Billy Joel performed a series of concerts across the United States, beginning with SoFi Stadium outside Los Angeles on March 10, along with a solo tour.

April 19, 2024: Referenced in Taylor Swift's song "Clara Bow"

On April 19, 2024, Taylor Swift referenced Stevie Nicks in her song "Clara Bow" from her album The Tortured Poets Department, noting her iconic style from 1975. Nicks also wrote a poem in the liner notes for the album.