What’s Stevie Nicks’ secret to staying this good after all these years?
Dancing.
And, on Wednesday, Nov. 19 at Brooklyn’s spacious yet cozy Barclays Center, the two-time Rock Hall of Fame inductee proved her worth once again.
Fans of all ages — from lifelong Fleetwood Mac loyalists to younger generations discovering her gold dust magic — packed the Nets’ arena dressed in what felt like an unofficial dress code: black. Even Stevie called it out, saying she basically wears the same outfit every night so she can focus on the performance, not choosing an outfit.
Despite a nagging shoulder injury this summer that forced her to postpone her scheduled Aug. 8 Barclays gig, the 77-year-old songstress returned to the spotlight twirling in her signature capes and delivering her classic hits with an urgency typically reserved for a much younger artist. Still, Nicks admitted the surprise setback made her feel like her performing days might be behind her but she quickly realized she couldn’t stay away from the stage or her fans. So, she pushed herself to heal enough to come back to “her people!”
Thank goodness she did.
One of the evening’s many highlights were the thoughtful anecdotes Nicks shared before each song. A crowd favorite was her retelling of how she laughed about showing up “way overdressed” for her first studio session with Tom Petty. She was so nervous and then, somehow, knocked “Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around” out of the park in a single take. Later, the Phoenix native recounted recording at Abbey Road for the first time with Harry Styles, switching between memories she’s carried with her all these years.
Throughout the performance, she rotated through her original capes, letting them flow behind her as she twirled. And, as to be expected, there were moments that felt genuinely emotional. Older fans swayed with their kids, lifers grooved, people teens wiped away tears. Honestly, it felt less like a concert and more like Stevie letting Brooklyn into her world for just a night.
Her tribute to Tom Petty during “Free Fallin’” hit especially hard. One needn’t strain their ears too hard to hear the weight the lower mezzo-soprano’s iconic warble. And, even in a massive arena, Stevie somehow made the 19,000-seat venue feel intimate. Yet, throughout the show, she kept admitting how nervous she still gets — even with nearly 800 concerts under her belt dating back to 1981 (according to Set List FM) — which only made those live, raw moments feel even more human and real.
Nicks closed with an encore featuring the incredible one-two punch of “Rhiannon” and “Landslide,” dedicating the latter to Liz Rosenberg, her publicist who has been by her side since the ’70s, and was in the audience cheering her on. It was a sweet moment in a night full of them.
Yet, before the night wrapped, she left the crowd with what felt like her life’s mission statement:
“Dancing every day — that’s probably why I’m still here. Dance on your way to the kitchen, dance on your way to the TV… and most of all, dance for me.”
If you’d like to dance with Nicks, she has five concerts remaining on her 2025 tour schedule.
To make sure you’re in the loop, we’ve got everything you need to know and more about seeing her live below.
Stevie Nicks 2025 tour schedule
A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to buy tickets for all upcoming Stevie Nicks concerts can be found below.
Stevie Nicks set list
Based on our findings at Set List FM, here’s what our favorite “Bella Donna” delivered at the Barclays Center on Nov. 19.
01.) “Not Fade Away” (The Crickets cover)
02.) “If Anyone Falls”
03.) “Outside the Rain”
04.) “Dreams” (Fleetwood Mac song)
05.) “Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around”
06.) “The Lighthouse”
07.) “Wild Heart”
08.) “Bella Donna”
09.) “Stand Back”
10.) “Free Fallin’” (Tom Petty cover)
11.) “Gold Dust Woman” (Fleetwood Mac song)
12.) “Gypsy” (Fleetwood Mac song)
13.) “Edge of Seventeen”
Encore
14.) “Rhiannon” (Fleetwood Mac song)
15.) “Landslide” (Fleetwood Mac song)
As a bonus, check out our footage from the lively late Nicks November evening here:
Stevie Nicks new music
Oftentimes, albums that you look forward to for months (or sometimes decades) rarely live up to the unreal expectations you set in your head.
However, somehow, miraculously, 1973’s “Buckingham Nicks” — which was officially released this August — is just as ethereal as one would dream. In short, it’s earthy, harmonious and full of joy, sorrow and the classic Fleetwood Mac sound we all know and love.
Here’s our quick track-by-track breakdown:
“Crying In The Night” is the album’s endlessly listenable, deceptively simple lead single. We loved Nicks’ euphoric vocals here. Prepare to spin this one on repeat.
“Stephanie” slows things down. A mournful yet gorgeous acoustic guitar track that shows off Buckingham’s exquisite picking skills.
“Without a Leg to Stand On” gets the party started back up. Lindsey handles vocals here until Stevie kicks in for a gorgeous harmony around the 40-second mark. We love the subtle yet effective tempo changes.
“Crystal” might be a perfect song to walk down the aisle to. Measured pacing and baroque instrumentals lead to a yearning duet between our two bandmates. It’s sad, sweet and somehow energetic. Once again, Stevie and Lindsey are operating on another level.
“Long Distance Winner” quirks up the affair. Offbeat, staccato sounds accompany Nicks’ powerful vocals at first before, once again, the song reaches higher heights, turning into a swirling, rock and roll ballad that’s somehow reminiscent of Heart and “Free Bird.”
“Don’t Let Me Down Again” could be the blueprint for “Never Going Back Again.” They’re not quite the same but the plucky, playful guitar and vocals certainly share DNA with the “Rumours” classic.
“Django” gives us another break. A lilting, one-minute, acoustic respite that sneaks up on you once the mournful strings kick in.
“Races Are Run” puts us back on track when Nicks’ warm voice warbles over pitter-patter percussions. We argue this one sounds romantic yet far from saccharine. All we know is that we feel the love when the duo belts “Races are run, some people win/Some people always have to lose.”
“Lola (My Love)” finds Buckingham in Joe Walsh country-fried rock territory. Showy wah-wah guitars, yelping vocals and an attitude make for one of the record’s most distinct tunes.
“Frozen Love” has history tied to it. As noted above, this is the song that drew Fleetwood to Nicks and Buckingham. One needn’t have to wonder too much what he saw in them after hearing the seven-minute epic. Guitar solos you can get lost in, all-out duets and a terrific chemistry between the twosome make for an exhilarating capper to a record that will surely be heralded as an instant classic.
If you’d like to hear for yourself, you can find “Buckingham Nicks” here.
Rock and Roll Hall of Famers on tour in 2025
You wouldn’t believe it but many artists that have been active since the ’70s are still out and about more than 50 years after their proverbial heyday.
To make sure you’re in the loop with who’s still pounding the pavement, here are just five of our favorite Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-enshrined acts from way back when that you can catch live these next few months.
• Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band
• RUSH
• AC/DC
• Heart
• Journey
Need a few more options? Check out our list of all the biggest classic rockers on tour in 2025 to find the show for you.
This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.
