Walter Egan — Cassette

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Walter Egan captures the quintessential sound of late-70s California. It is music that feels like it was recorded in a room filled with golden sunlight and expensive analog gear. The guitars have a gentle twang that bridges the gap between country-rock and polished pop, while the rhythms maintain a steady, unhurried groove that invites a relaxed sway rather than a frantic dance.

What truly distinguishes Egan is his proximity to the Fleetwood Mac inner circle, which manifests in a specific kind of sonic luxury. You can hear the influence of Lindsey Buckingham's meticulous guitar layering and Stevie Nicks' ethereal backing vocals, creating a sound that is both intimate and expansive. It is soft rock with a backbone, possessing enough grit to feel authentic but enough polish to shimmer on the radio.

Start with the album 'Not Shy' to hear the definitive hit 'Magnet and Steel.' It is the perfect entry point for anyone who loves the 'Rumours' era of rock but wants to explore the deeper, sun-soaked corners of the Los Angeles scene. It is music for long drives, quiet afternoons, and moments where you want to feel a little bit more romantic about your own life.

Walter Egan (born July 12, 1948) is an American rock musician, best known for his 1978 gold status hit single "Magnet and Steel" from his second album release, Not Shy, produced by Egan, Lindsey Buckingham and Richard Dashut. The song reached No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 18 on the Easy Listening chart. In Canada it reached No. 9. Overseas, it peaked at No. 32 on the Australian Singles Chart, Kent Music Report.

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