Written and directed by Taylor Jenkins Reid, the Daisy Jones & The Six series is inspired by the famous band Fleetwood Mac and the impact they had during the 70s.
In an age dominated by contemporary beats and digital sounds, the fictional band Daisy Jones and the Six emerged as a powerful force that transported us back to the golden era of 70s music. Through the TV show adaptation of Taylor Jenkins Reid’s novel, “Daisy Jones & The Six,” this fictional band rekindled the magic and nostalgia of the 70s, captivating audiences with their memorable album and their most famous song, “Look at Us Now.”
A song originally called “Honeycomb”, written by Billy Dunne (Sam Clafflin) for his wife, trying to make right after abusing drugs, cheating on her, and spiralling so badly that he missed the birth of their daughter to check into rehab. His “Honeycomb” is a vow to his family, and also to himself, that he can be a better man. The performance of the very first single of the band, sung by Billy Dunne and Daisy Jones evokes Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham’s incredible vocals, with their high-pitched and low ones mixed together intended to provide us with passion, anger and frustration through the singers’ voices and lyrics, but also their marvellous guitar, bass, drums and keys notes played by Karen Sirko, Graham Dunne, Warren Rhodes and Eddie Roundtree.
Among Daisy Jones and the Six’s impressive discography, “Look at Us Now” stands out as their most famous and impactful song. This powerful ballad encapsulates the essence of the band’s journey and serves as an anthem for personal growth and triumph over adversity.
“Look at Us Now” begins with a delicate melody, creating a reflective and intimate atmosphere. Daisy Jones’ captivating vocals soar with vulnerability and strength, carrying the emotional weight of the lyrics. The song’s evocative storytelling, combined with its soaring chorus, captivates listeners, reminding them of the band’s resilience and journey towards success.
The lyrics of “Look at Us Now” speak to the band’s transformation, highlighting the challenges they faced, the sacrifices made, and the ultimate triumphs achieved. It embodies the spirit of the 70s, a time when musicians defied expectations and paved their own path to success.
The TV show adaptation of “Daisy Jones & The Six” provided viewers with a mesmerizing visual journey into the heart of the 70s music scene. From the costumes and set design to the authentic performances, the show recreated the vibrant atmosphere of the era, reigniting the spirit of the 70s and reminding us of its timeless appeal. The 70s fashion was known for its distinctive fashion trends, such as bell-bottom pants, platform shoes, flowy dresses, and psychedelic prints. The actors adopted a bohemian style inspired by Fleetwood Mac’s Stevie Nicks. Costume designer Denise Wingate shared that Daisy’s onscreen style is a perfect blend of Nicks and Linda Ronstadt. Some of her more memorable outfits are also taken straight from the description in the book. The actors brought back the long-sleeve floral dresses, flare jeans, yellow sunglasses, fur and leather jackets and Cowboy boots. However, some of the darker looks are drawn from artists such as Patti Smith, Suzi Quatro and Marc Bolan…
Daisy Jones and the Six, through their TV show adaptation, brought the music of the 70s back into the spotlight, captivating audiences and reminding us of its enduring appeal. With their album.
Their song “The River” is nothing more than a tribute and a reminder of the song “The Chain” by Fleetwood Mac. Jones and Dunne share with us a whole new point of view on love and independence by mixing rock and pop, to create an ideal blend of emotions.
To accentuate the essence of the 70s, the set design reflected the aesthetics of the 70s, with bold and vibrant colours, shag carpets, lava lamps, vintage furniture, and iconic decor elements like geometric patterns or macramé wall hangings. However, cinematography played a massive part to evoke us that era: The use of warm colour palettes and filters, soft focus, and lens flares can evoke the visual style of 70s film and photography, and iconic locations such as recording studios, concert venues, and disco clubs.
The Daisy Jones & The Six series brought back the energy of the 70s and pure rock and roll, with its authentic songs and its cinematography worthy of Robert Altman. Look no further than Daisy Jones & The Six to relive the warm and wild days of the 70s.
Article by Sadik Ghita