Don’t Stop! with Author Alan Light

Gramercy Books Joins Natalie’s Grandview and Zeppelin Productions to Present Songwriter Spotlight: DON’T STOP! Author Alan Light in Conversation with Alec Wightman! Parker MacDonell and Donna Mogavero Playing Fleetwood Mac Hits!

A literary and musical evening not-to-be-missed features acclaimed music biographer, Alan Light, author of Don’t Stop. Light brings his thoughtful insight to a landmark work, Fleetwood Mac’s iconic album, Rumours, celebrating its story, mythology, and enduring impact. The author will be in conversation with music devotee Alec Wightman. Performing several Fleetwood Mac standouts are singers/songwriters Parker MacDonell and Donna Mogavero.

Tickets through Natalie’s Grandview: Admission price includes the book. Doors open at 6:00 pm.

NATALIE’S GRANDVIEW and ZEPPELIN PRODUCTIONS are Community Partners with GRAMERCY BOOKS for this exclusive songwriter evening.

On January 1, 1975, struggling young singer-songwriter Lindsey Buckingham was invited to join the veteran blues band Fleetwood Mac. He agreed on the condition that his girlfriend, an equally unknown vocalist named Stevie Nicks, also be included. Within two years, Rumours was born—and went on to become one of the most popular albums of all time.

 Almost five decades later, it is the only classic rock record that still attracts young listeners and continues to top sales and streaming charts. In Don’t Stop, award-winning journalist and bestselling author Alan Light unravels the enduring allure of Fleetwood Mac’s monumental album. Since its 1977 release, Rumours has captivated generations with its unparalleled blend of romantic turmoil and musical genius. Light explores the album’s transformation from a pop phenomenon to a cultural touchstone, and its unique ability to remain relevant in today’s rapidly changing music scene.

 Drawing on in-depth interviews with current artists inspired by Fleetwood Mac, as well as fans who have only recently discovered the album, Light investigates what keep Rumours at the forefront of popular culture, from Glee to Saturday Night Live to Daisy Jones & the Six. Through insightful analysis and storytelling, Don’t Stop celebrates the album’s trail blazing sound and diverse voices, and the emotional depth that continues to fascinate audiences. From the incredible soap opera behind the album’s creation to its embrace in the age of TikTok, this book presents a kaleidoscopic view of a landmark work that has transcended its time. 

 Emmy Award–winning music journalist Alan Light is the author of numerous books including The Holy or the Broken: Leonard Cohen, Jeff Buckley, and the Unlikely Ascent of “Hallelujah” (which was adapted into an acclaimed documentary), as well as Let’s Go Crazy: Prince and the Making of Purple Rain and biographies of Johnny Cash, Nina Simone, and the Beastie Boys. He was the cowriter of bestselling memoirs by Gregg Allman and Peter Frampton. Alan was a senior writer at Rolling Stone and the editor-in-chief of Vibe and Spin. He contributes frequently to The New York Times, Esquire, and The Wall Street Journal, among many publications, and cohosts the podcast Sound Up! With Mark Goodman and Alan Light. 

Alec Wightman’s passion and knowledge of music, particularly rock and roll, runs long and deep, as revealed in his 2021 memoir, Music in My Life. His Zeppelin Productions, Inc. has promoted national act singer-songwriter concerts in Columbus since 1995. He’s also a longtime member of the Board of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, where he served three years as Chair. 

Parker MacDonell has been using his original songs, voice, and acoustic guitar to communicate with audiences for years.  A veteran of the Los Angeles club scene and college student unions across the United States, Parker has released four recordings: Miracle on Broad Street with Matt Munhall (2017), The Present Tense (2012), Looking For You (1985), and Home to the Heart (1983).  His two recent recordings are available on Spotify and Apple Music.

Donna Mogavero is a longtime singer/songwriter and professional entertainer. In the early 1990’s she received several Columbus Music Awards in categories of outstanding rock and folk vocalist, artist deserving higher recognition, acoustic solo performer and recording artist. She recently released her long awaited fourth original CD The End of the Drive, a compilation of songs that tell many stories flavored in rock, country, folk yet signature Donna Mogavero style. 

Food & Bar: Our full food and drink menu will be available before and during the show.