Remembering When the Rhythm Section of Fleetwood Mac Subtly Inspired One of R.E.M.’s Biggest Hits in 1991
R.E.M.'s 1991 hit "Losing My Religion" owed part of its distinctive sound to an unlikely source: the rhythm section drew direct inspiration from Fleetwood Mac's bassist John McVie and drummer Mick Fleetwood. The song began as a mandolin riff by guitarist Peter Buck, which left little space in the low end once the band came…