November 26

 John McVie

November 26, 1945

John McVie joined John Mayall's Bluesbreakers in 1963 and became one of the most respected bass players of the British blues movement before co-founding Fleetwood Mac with Peter Green, Mick Fleetwood, and Jeremy Spencer in 1967. His steady bass playing helped shape albums such as Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac, Then Play On, Kiln House, Future Games, Bare Trees, Mystery to Me, Fleetwood Mac, Rumours, Tusk, Mirage, and Tango in the Night. His understated style provided the foundation for one of rock's most successful and enduring bands.

Throughout Fleetwood Mac's many lineup changes, McVie remained a constant presence, performing alongside Peter Green, Danny Kirwan, Bob Welch, Lindsey Buckingham, Stevie Nicks, Christine McVie, and others as the group's music evolved from British blues to international rock success. Although never a prolific songwriter, his dependable musicianship became an essential part of the band's identity for more than five decades.

After retiring from touring in 2019, McVie has largely remained out of the public spotlight, bringing to a close one of the longest continuous careers with a single major rock band.

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Tina Turner

November 26, 1939 – May 24, 2023

Born Anna Mae Bullock, Tina Turner rose to international fame in the 1960s as the lead singer of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue. Her powerful voice and electrifying stage presence helped make the duo one of the most dynamic live acts of the era, recording songs including "A Fool in Love," "River Deep – Mountain High," "Proud Mary," "Nutbush City Limits," and "I Want to Take You Higher."

Following the end of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue, Turner launched one of the most remarkable solo careers in rock history. Her comeback reached its peak with the 1984 album Private Dancer, followed by successful releases including Break Every Rule, Foreign Affair, and Wildest Dreams. She recorded enduring hits such as "What's Love Got to Do with It," "Better Be Good to Me," "We Don't Need Another Hero," "The Best," and "Steamy Windows," becoming one of the defining solo performers of the 1980s and 1990s.

Turner's resilience, commanding performances, and unmistakable voice transformed her into one of rock's most celebrated entertainers. Her influence extended far beyond her recordings, inspiring generations of performers through a career marked by extraordinary determination and artistic achievement.

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