Who was Magnet and Steel written about?

Egan actually sang a bit of the song for host Chuck Woolery when he appeared on the television version of Scrabble in the 1980s. That’s right, the rocker who wrote a song about his passion for Stevie Nicks was also… a game show contestant!

Did Walter Egan ever date Stevie Nicks?

Egan would later date Stevie following her breakup with Lindsey Buckingham, but all good things must come to an end; they found success with ‘Magnet And Steel,’ but the relationship quickly fizzled…and ultimately, so did Walter’s career.

Did Walter Egan write Magnet and Steel for Stevie Nicks?

“Magnet and Steel” is a hit single written and performed by Walter Egan, released in March 1978. Nicks was also Egan’s inspiration for the song.

What band was Walter Egan in?

SpiritSince 1997
The Flying Burrito Brothers
Walter Egan/Music groups

What does it mean when someone calls UA magnet?

If you say that something is a magnet or is like a magnet, you mean that people are very attracted by it and want to go to it or look at it.

How old is Walter Egan?

73 years (July 12, 1948)Walter Egan / Age

Where is Walter Egan today?

Walter is currently working on a book covering his life story and it’s likely this will be accompanied with a CD of songs relating to his rock and roll stories. He is also working on a new studio release for early 2022 and this has been tentatively titled ‘Hard Summer Days’.

Who did Stevie Nicks sing backup for?

Two things you may not know about Walter Egan’s 1978 hit, “Magnet and Steel.” Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks sing background vocals on the song and were co-producers.

Did Walter Egan ever get married?

The now 66-year-old Egan is divorced (although he says he and his wife are very close friends), has two grown children, lives outside of Nashville and has essentially never stopped being a professional musician. He has recorded 10 albums, the most recent, Myth America was released in 2014.