"Heroes Are Hard to Find" is the ninth studio album by the British-American rock band Fleetwood Mac, released on September 13, 1974. This album is notable for being the last one recorded with guitarist Bob Welch, who departed from the band at the end of 1974. It was also the first Fleetwood Mac studio album to be recorded in the United States, specifically in Los Angeles.
"Heroes Are Hard to Find" was recorded during a tumultuous period for Fleetwood Mac. The band faced significant challenges, including an affair between guitarist Bob Weston and drummer Mick Fleetwood's wife, which led to a temporary disbandment. This situation also resulted in legal complications when manager Clifford Davis organized a new lineup under the Fleetwood Mac name to fulfill tour obligations.
To resolve this, Bob Welch persuaded the band to relocate to Los Angeles to be closer to their record label. Although Christine McVie was initially reluctant, she agreed to the move. The original lineup, including Fleetwood, the McVies, and Welch, secured an injunction against the fake Fleetwood Mac, while Davis obtained a temporary injunction that prevented the band from touring or releasing new music. With the assistance of concert promoter Bill Graham, the legitimate Fleetwood Mac managed to convince Warner Brothers of their authenticity and secured a new contract. The legal dispute with Davis was ultimately settled out of court in 1978.
Despite the lack of a successful single—though the title track was released, it did not chart—the album still performed well, reaching No. 34 on the Billboard 200, which was Fleetwood Mac's highest chart position at that time, and No. 5 on the Billboard FM Action chart.
Bob Welch later re-recorded "Angel," "Bermuda Triangle," and "Silver Heels" for his 2003 compilation *His Fleetwood Mac Years & Beyond*. Additionally, a reworked version of "Silver Heels," titled "Hustler," with explicit lyrics, appeared on his 1999 album *Bob Welch Looks at Bop*.
