A Lindsay Buckingham creation. They used the USC marching band for the original recording, and since then it's tradition for the marching band to play this song at football games. The drummer is Mick Fleetwood, half of the band's name (along with bassist John McVie "Mac")

@almabullion424

Жыл бұрын

I knew that

@uzi978

5 ай бұрын

I thought it actually began as Mick's warm up routine he would play at sound check, and Lindsey said hey let's make that into a song!

Perfect live choice !! Lex got it ... the tribal beat drives the song from beginning to end. I don't think Mick Fleetwood's talent gets enough credit to the bands success. Every live song that pans to him displays an artist who is ALL IN, and rhythmically perfect.

@allondvdandmore

Жыл бұрын

He always did a great percussion solo during their concerts.

@clivejones1152

10 ай бұрын

😢 This is the second song written about Mick Fleetwood's part. Rattlesnake Shake by Peter Green and this tribute.

Can you imagine signing up for band as a college elective and then you end up on stage with Fleetwood Mac. Crazy.

Mick Fleetwood is an amazing drummer!! He is a character for sure. Underrated for sure!! His facial expression are so good!!

@jimmiekendall5529

Жыл бұрын

U funny, facial expression. I went back and saw what U saw for the first time, It has gone over my head all these time. So good is right on, Thank You.

@t0dd000

Жыл бұрын

He's not underrated. He's a superstar in one of the highest grossing bands of all time.

@kesleycottrell1416

Жыл бұрын

What l always loved about Mick is his style is his own unique style. If you watch other drummers they play somewhat a traditional way. Mick just hits things. It's both really cool and affective.

@tommack9395

Жыл бұрын

Mick Fleetwood and John (Mac) McVie are technically the bosses in the band. Both Mick Fleetwood and John (Mac) McVie had their professional start - name wise - with John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers. Much like Clapton, Jack Bruce, Peter Greene etc... Fleetwood Mac is one of those bands which went through many line-up changes, nearly as many as the Bluesbreakers had though. :) Anyway, are pretty much three sonically different eras of Fleetwood Mac... the early successes with Peter Greene, Danny Kirwan with the songs Oh Well, Black Magic Woman (most people know Santana's cover of it) and Albatross I'd state as one up until, Bob Welch - Bare Trees with Sentimental Lady, Sunny Side of Heaven a totally different sound - and where Christine (Perfect) McVie joins in - seems an entirely different sound up to when the Buckingham/Nicks version everyone knows very well - Fleetwood hired Buckingham to replace Bob Welch when he left... just so happened Buckingham told him he would not join without Stevie - and that is the version most people know due the commercial successes - having three really good talents up front and they're great song writers in a band goes a long way... not to mention Buckingham's a great ear for production.

Lex: " I've never noticed the drummer in Fleetwood Mac" Mick Fleetwood: " _shrug_ "

@ellendunsmore

Жыл бұрын

Indeed...😢

One more time. Mick Fleetwood, drummer, his band! Rest in peace Christine. 11 March 2023 my own update, should also include Jeremy Spencer and Peter Green along with Mick Fleetwood founding members originally. The name Mac was to entice John McVie to join the band. Still learning something new everyday for myself thank you very much.

@RastaSaiyaman

Жыл бұрын

Don't forget Bob Welch, for some reason everybody overlooks him.

@ralphraffles1394

Жыл бұрын

@@RastaSaiyaman And Danny!

This live version was recorded almost exactly 20 years after the studio version. So wonder how many of the USC band students had relatives that played on the original

@michaelasay8587

Жыл бұрын

And now almost 50 yrs? Lol

@garyarnett1220

Жыл бұрын

@@michaelasay8587 Well, over 40 anyway. 😄Original came out in 79.

The song is intimating the primal nature of a contentious and treacherous relationship. Tusk is used as a metaphor for him fighting for his lover as elephants use their tusks to compete for mates..

@JosephHuntelvisnspiders

Жыл бұрын

and a metaphor, ie 'Elephant in the room'

Love that you did this but now you need to see the Official video where they & the marching band are out on the field, in a stadium, working the song & performance out. It's so much fun to watch! 💙🌿💙🌿💙🌿💙🌿💙🌿💙

@DivaInTheWoods

Жыл бұрын

They did that one but didn't "get" it, so it's good they did this one. Because now they do "get" it! ❤

@deborahcornell171

Жыл бұрын

@@DivaInTheWoods They did the studio version, not the one I'm referring to. Don't know if they'll do yet another reaction but I'm hoping they'll do that one as it's the making of it & really fun to watch.

@royfrye2871

Жыл бұрын

YES.👍✌️

@royfrye2871

Жыл бұрын

​@@DivaInTheWoods no, they said it was the studio version they did before. It was ok but the outdoor one was way better than both of these

An odd but very catchy track, and one you hear more details in every time you listen to it. It was the title track to their most ambitious album, one which wasn't the instant ear-candy of the previous two or three albums but was more like a treasure chest - every time you dig into it you come up with another amazing gem. RIP Christine McVie.

@glenchapman3899

Жыл бұрын

I remember at the time it was such an oddity, but as you say we simply couldn't stop listening to it

The next encore of this concert Don't Stop with the USC band is awesome as well

My personal favorite song from them....the drums, horns..everything is just amazing

@michaelasay8587

Жыл бұрын

Travis R....good taste....I'm with ya

@Jessedog11

Жыл бұрын

hell no. this was terrible,

The USC Trojan marching band has performed Tusk not only as the official song of the band, but also made a documentary video with Fleetwood Mac when it came out.

Ah, the USC marching band. Fleetwood Mac is in the exclusive club of musical geniuses who made a song that crossed over into sports anthems.

Omg yessss!!!! I was at this concert with my mom and stepdad. Best night of my f*cking life. I’ve seen them 11 times and this was the best concert of them all.

Brad & Lex, you’ll love their “You Make Loving Fun”!!! Christine McVie on lead vocals and wrote You Make Loving Fun.

I remember the day I bought this LP. I taped it and the following day at school I played it for my mates as we sat on the benches outside the school smoking. Everyone loved it. Must have been in ninth grade.

Never seen this live performance before only the video with the US marching band in the big stadium! Excellent.

I think versions of the USC marching band from at least four decades have gotten to play this with Fleetwood Mac in concert. I'd brag about being in the band at college and playing live in concert with them, if I'd done it.

Songs grow and change, the more they are played live. Keith Richards said something like some studio versions are like babies, and live versions are them growing up.

Tribal percussion, big band energy and Rock N Roll--brillant!

You never noticed the drummer... His name is Mick Fleetwood he started the band Tusk was originally performed live at a UFC football game halftime with all the fans setting the world record for the most people ooh I'm a single dog recording... That's the version you should see

As other people have noted, Mick Fleetwood is the drummer and the co-founder of the band (the "Mac" refers to bassist John McVie). He's an excellent drummer, although his style is more like that of Ringo Starr: a steady simple backbeat with drum fills and cymbal crashes included in the appropriate spots of the songs. He's not a fancy flashy technical soloist, but a very musical and supportive player who adds to the overall sound of the band. The song itself started as a guitar riff that they used to play at soundchecks to get the sound levels right (you can find some examples of it on KZread), and it gradually morphed into a song. The brass band idea came from when Mick Fleetwood was vacationing in a small French village and was awakened one morning by the local marching band playing in the street - he quickly realized that it would fit the soundcheck riff. The title Tusk was a blatant reference to male genitalia.

When I first watched this concert, I got tears and goosebumps when the Trojans came out to play with them. Amazing.

I recommend you two watch that live performance in it's entirety...I have it on DVD and it's amazing!!!

That whole Fleetwood Mac reunion concert film is great, The Dance.

"TUSK" is a reference made by Lindsey Buckingham about his 'man part'. The ladies in the band, at first, didn't want to record this song

That was too cool. The USC band plays this at some halftime shows. They bought them in stage to give the horns and the driving drum beat.

I know this is an Anglo-American band, but for the size of the population in the UK, they have produced some of the best bands and music ever! An American fan of British music.

The studio version features the USC drum corps and is very drum forward.

Mick is an absolute animal on the drums . You can tell he just loves what he does. I saw the video for this song ,when MTV aired in Australia the first time . I was totally blown away by how good The Mac were

Marching music! Nice choice. The drummers name is Mick Fleetwood

When I first heard "Tusk," it didn't stand out but on repeated hearings, it grew to be one of my favorite Fleetwood Mac songs.

LOL I never noticed the drummer. It's his band. He is the creator along with a couple of guys in the 60's came up with "Fleetwood Mac" as he is Mick Fleetwood.

My dad and I were lucky enough to see them live in El Paso. My dad had the most amazing time of his life!

I really can't listen to this song the same after seeing the movie but this live was great. USC Marching Band as well. As a band geek, this was so cool to me. It really is a tribal, almost primitive kind of vibe. Such a cool song though. RIP Christine McVie

True story: "Tusk" was Mick Fleetwood's nickname. He got that name because of his allegedly large Johnson. The song is about him. Listen again to the lyrics with that in mind.

@ocfyrefyghter

4 ай бұрын

Explains why he’s smiling thru the whole song!!

Im So Afraid is definitely worth a listen from the same concert..awesome guitar performance with Lindsey!🔥🔥🔥

@imweakfordeaky

Жыл бұрын

I’m So Afraid is more than worth a listen - it was an absolutely amazing performance! What a brilliant genius Lindsey really is…

@lorigurney7280

Жыл бұрын

@I’m Weak For Deaky I agree was blown away!!!

this whole concert was awesome!

@michaelasay8587

Жыл бұрын

Ms Noble, you were there.... Miss? Like to know what else you've seen...I'd like to win u up, lol....or not!

Seeing them in concert is amazing. The drums send a powerful thumping vibration through your chest. Mick Fleetwood is an amazing person, musician, drummer, and the person that did his best to hold the band together over the years. I love his energy and at 75 it makes me sad that all the amazing bands I loved and grew up with are in their final years of playing or have stopped. I was so glad to see Ozzy Osbourne win two Grammy's for the first time this year and at 74 on his new album "Patient number 9" for best album and best new rock song. He deserves the recognition for still making amazing music even now at his age and with his health issues.

This gives me goosebumps every time I hear it. Not sure why.

all time classic! ♥

I wonder how many people know that this not the original Fleetwood Mac. The Band was formed by Peter Green in 1967. He meet Mick Fleetwood and John McVie when they were in John Mayall's Bluesbreakers. Green said they were his favorite rhythm section, so he named the band after them. The other members were Jeremy Spencer and later Danny Kirwan. Pete Green was an outstanding guitarist, but he took too many drugs mainly LSD. He got religion and became a Monk. The band fell apart in the early '70. Christi married McVie and Fleetwood heard Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham in the US and asked them to join. The rest most people know. Some of the originals hits are "Oh, Well part1 & part 2" "Albatross" and" Man of the World"

What a song. Fleetwood Mac will never come again. And the USC Trojan Band to boot! They still play this to this very day.

The drummer is Mick Fleetwood, after whom the band is named with John McVie, hence Fleetwood Mac.

This has been my FAVORITE song from them since the DAY it came out, WAAYYY back in tha day! 💯❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥💃💃💃💃

Christine rocking that accordion! Love it!

Mick Fleetwood ala "Fleetwood" Mac is the original drummer from back in the pre Nicks/Buckingham period. He is an amazing drummer and was a founding member with Pete Green and John "Mac" Vie. Have a look at some of their early stuff like "Black Magic woman" ad Albatross.

I had just started playing drums in school band when this song came out and of course I have loved it ever since.

@michaelasay8587

Жыл бұрын

Jim....you playing the drums professionally....shuda cuda wuda? Lol

@jimtatro6550

Жыл бұрын

@@michaelasay8587 what does that even mean????

You want to notice more of Mick Fleetwood. "I'm So Afraid" will give you more of him and Lindsay. Dark themed sounds.

Drums by Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac

Mick Fleetwood is the founder of the band! The drummer.

Fun fact. If you are a muppet fan, the band, Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem drummer Animal was based on Mick Fleetwood.

Would give anything to have seen Fleetwood Mac perform this song in the 70s. Was too young then but did catch them later in the 80s. Incredible band. Stevie, fascinating person. Met her in Phoenix late 90s. Would loved to have met the rest of the band, especially Buckingham. Terrific guitarist and songwriter.

My favorite Fleetwood Mac song. Epic!

I love love love this song!! Thanks so much for reacting to it!

Mick Fleetwood (the drummer) was also in the 1987 movie based on a Steven King story. 🏃 The Running Man 🏃

One of the great moments of rock history!

Fleetwood Mac one of the All time Great Bands!!!

My uncle and guitar mentor was in this band. He's passed away now..Bob Welch

@ay2257

Жыл бұрын

Dude your uncle was awesome hypnotised is my jam

Did you know....when this album came out ( 1 year late) it was most expensive album ever produced? And...most everyone torched it! I was there.

When you know where the title of this song comes from, you'll never look at this song the same again, at least not without a giggle.

To me, this feels like a Mardi Gras song... I can totally hear this in a Mardi Gras parade marching through the streets of New Orleans!

Absolute 🔥 thanks you guys. Saw this in concert. Saw them 3 times. Lindsay shreds that guitar.this was a short version.

The genius behind the band Lindsay Buckingham 🎸..

Mick Fleetwood may not be considered one of the best drummers, but he's the most fun to watch. He's all in thru the whole concert.

@thedogwoods5716

Жыл бұрын

He’s great!!

YES!!! LOVE the Mac. Thanks guys...this pick was a winner. Loved em then, and still lovin em today. Cool that your discovering our music like this. Shout out to you guys from just an old rocker in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Watchin and diggin it. Go with God. Peace.

Cab Calloway brilliant and the Nicolas Brothers amazing dancer, used to watch those late at night on re-runs. 🔥

The original plan was to have the city they were in have their marching band play with them.. I had the pleasure of seeing them with the University of Cincinnati's band do this.. It was great. Seen them twice... And Mick is a major player in concert. And he is great.

Excellent selection. Thanks.

As for this not sounding like them, Fleetwood Mac spans many types of music and sound throughout their time span, from the Blues, Ballads, Soft Rock, Hard Rock to more experimental music like this.

first time I've ever heard Mick Fleetwood, or his drumming described as underrated...he's been very famous for a lot of his years because of his drumming. . he's head honcho in this super group.

Story goes that #FleetwoodMac was finishing up recording the follow-up album to "Rumors". Mic Fleetwood {drummer} wanted to name the album "Tusk". Stevie Nicks objected. She didn't care for the name because it kept reminding her of the poaching of rhinos & elephants for their tusks. Mic didn't care and used the name anyway. A song was also written entitled "Tusk" and added to the album. Sometime later, Stevie found out that the word "Tusk" is also Mic's 'pet name' for the *male member*. Stevie hated it even more.

I imagine the USC marching band participants really enjoyed being a part of Fleetwood Macs music effort. What fun!

I like you guys you seem to me like you’re keeping it real with these reactions and that’s real important to have a great channel

FIGHT ON! The USC Trojans Marching Band!

The band is named after the drummer, Mick Fleetwood and John and Christine McVie.

mick fleetwood ,, one of the best drummers ever ,check him out when he played with the corrs,,toss the feathers,, amazing song,, ,and the corrs girls ,,wow

One of my favorite music DVDs. And this song is in the top tier of a bunch of great songs.

Tusk is a reference to elephants. In that elephants are known for their preternatural gift of recognition. They have a capacity for so much memory. It's a wild, literally savage trait. Elephants, so far, have been proven to have INHERITED MEMORY. (I suspect Whales do too, but that's another song waiting - or watch Avatar 2.) Adults share their memory with their offspring. Without being physically shown, Elephant offspring REMEMBER where water, home and danger lies. As in regards to the song, it's saying simply - I will not forget but my journey will go on. Driven by the tribal nature of an awesome drum beat.

NICE- Never heard of this version❣ and Lex face so adorable!!

One of my favorite songs from one of my favorite bands. Fantastic! Mick "Fleetwood" is the drummer.

Drummer is Mick Fleetwood, the leader of the band. Christie McVie on keyboards & vocals, her husband John on bass, Stevie Nicks on vocals, Lindsey Buckingham (Stevie's honey when they were discovered as a dumb Fleetwood) on guitar & vocals. You can get this whole concert on KZread. Search "The Dance" Fleetwood Mac...1997 I think. If you would like to hear Stevie & Lindsay when they were a duo starting out...search KZread for the album Buckingham/Nicks ....1972 I think. One of the best albums ever. Trust me.

@daveryburn3380

11 ай бұрын

Not dumb...lol....should read duo. 😂

Great song. Great energy . ...tusk 👏👏🔥🔥🔥

A great tune...

There's a video of them doing this outdoors in a stadium with the Trojan band, and it's a very cool version. 👍

That song was played in many football games.

I know B&L won't see this. I just wanted to share the sentiment everyone who knows this song feels...that I'm glad they finally did this version! While I love the original video, this is a much better emotive sound that newbies to FM can better embrace. I'm just glad they finally "get" it. 😊

The drummer in Fleetwood Mac is Mic Fleetwood. LOL!

World Turning!!! FWM

What a classic

The USC band members will remember this the rest of their lives.

In this song, Tusk is used in its colloquial slang usage as a term for an engorged phallus. And….It’s wrapped in Trojans.

Why “Tusk”? The album’s liner art by Peter Beard was surreal collages of photographs, many of which were created from some of his African nature photography and included tusks. The album title was inspired by this repeated motif in the liner art. Towards the end of recording they still needed a title track, and developed one of Lindsey Buckingham’s warm-up riffs he used for sound checks into a song specifically to fill that role, adding the vocals and drums, the latter including tracks of Mick Fleetwood playing Kleenex boxes and drumming on a leg of lamb with spatulas (there’s a good Rolling Stone article about the making of this album, including wanton excesses, a planned tribute to their coke dealer, and wild experimentation, partly inspired by listening to a bootleg copy of the *Smile* album). Mick Fleetwood got the idea for the marching band by hearing a brass band drunkenly playing in a French fishing village, marching through the town and drawing the town’s residents to follow them. I get the feeling the mono-syllabic chorus of “Tusk” was added to the song just to make it the title track. If you don’t think about it too much, the song works.

One band from my youth I never saw in concert . Saw Stevie solo a few times.Tusk is a good one

I agree with Lex 100%. I'm not a fan of the studio version either, but this just brings it to life with the marching band. They do another song right after Tusk with the marching band, but I forget which song. I think it's "Don't Stop"

Rest in peace, Christine McVie. She is the one playing the accordion, she passed away last month.

The drummer is Mick Fleetwood, a found member of the band which has had a few changes of people over the years.

The Drummer is Mick Fleetwood. That's where the name "Fleetwood Mac" comes from! Cheers guys.

The drummer of Fleetwood Mac is .......Fleetwood, Mick. Mick Fleetwood is the founder of the group, everyone else came in the 70s.