LYNYRD SKYNYRD Crash Site w/ Survivor & Rescuers TRUE STORIES

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Thank you for watching! I have a follow up to this you will see in a couple weeks with Gene, and two more survivors of the crash who were roadies with the band, which will also include lots of home movie footage and crash footage..

[@hooper4581]

Outstanding Jordan! Is it two weeks yet ?😜

[@michelesowards7764]

Wow! Excited to see what's to come, Jordan! I love seeing this through your lens

[@edwardhenry3158]

Great video Jordan can’t wait to see what comes next I was actually at the actual spot where the plane actually landed or should I say crashed back in 1987 when you could get back to it before the previous owner of that land has it now you could sneak back there there is a tree called free bird tree and it has many names and carvings on the tree I don’t think anybody’s allowed back there anymore because you’ll probably get shot buy the new owners but it was one hell of an experience for me some thing I will never forget and I hope they do not ever tear that tree down

[@michelesowards7764]

@@edwardhenry3158 I'd love to see that

[@briangisler1981]

Thank you for posting this. I can’t believe Artemis is such a big liar. I can’t watch his movie the same way ever again.

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Also big thanks to Gene for bringing the responders with him today. That was a surprise to me! I had no idea he arranged to have them there

[@CommercialForest]

I’ve never heard anybody mention whether or not the flight crew was their regular crew or did it changed with each leg of the tour? I heard an interview with Aerosmith,(I think), who claimed they used that plane just before Lynyrd Skynyrd but made the record company lease a new one because they were too scared of it.

[@bonniebrown6960]

I really like Gene. He always tells the truth about what happened. I'm glad to see the people who recused the survivor there also. It's heartbreaking what happened to all of them and I'm sorry that some of them lost their lives. It's a miracle for the one's that did survive. I'm glad they finally have a memorial there for them. It's sad, but beautiful. Thank you Jordan for sharing this with us. 🕊

[@jeffreyhowell2073]

How is jah

[@jeffreyhowell2073]

@@bonniebrown6960 agreed

[@hayleybmadiggunter6798]

Said it before and I'll say it again. Gene's stories never change. This is what's called the truth. Thanks Gene for helping keep the dream alive.

[@user-gw1iy8nh9r]

I've Said Same Thing! Heard Gene's Vlogs And Always Tells The Same Things! He Never Changes His Story! That Seems Truthful To Me!

[@jasonmixon6818]

I remember Genes . I actual almost bought genes because we own the Mixon Estate on Mixon Rd. That’s were my roots are. This crash put Gillsberg on the Map

[@patrioticmillennial2747]

Gene Odom is a solid gospel truth. His stories are consistent everytime I hear them.

[@timmyangeltlc4888]

What a beautiful monument to those who perished. The land owner was so nice to donate the plot of land for it. Thanks for covering this subject. My favorite song from them is Sweet Home Alabama.

[@sandrahunter5749]

Lynyrd Skynyrd monument is awesome and whoever designed it did a great job !!! 👍

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

I agree! And It's really cool to hear Duane say that they did the monument themselves, on their own land when the govt did want to include it with a historical status.

[@mgcole5586]

"I was brain dead by before i got on the plane"....Gene😂 he's the best!

[@MP-ju4ol]

Sacred, Consecrated ground worthy of all the respect and love LS fans can give.

[@kaymad143]

That is a beautiful memorial. Thank you for taking us along while you visit the Lynyrd Skynyrd places. Gene is such a great historian because he was there, what a gift.

[@rhondadaum8657]

I'm sure Pyle was in shock. He did go for help regardless of the stories. I will never forget this tragedy or this group. It breaks my heart. Thanks for taking time to do this vlog.

[@deanacooper5827]

Whatever one thinks of Artimus and how he reacted that day. He was in a plane crash for God sakes.

[@beaumontmichaels3575]

The surviving members. Might have resented the delay caused by Artemis as the plane was running both engines in Greeneville wasting fuel!

[@TtrainInVain]

@Beamont sure thing and its insignificant now, being as it was a while ago and they aren't coming back, and everyone was victim of circumstance that day, however, its on the pilot to ensure that the plane is absolutely ready to go and prepared for safe flight. Preventative maintenance. Could of compensated for that lost fuel. Its completely irrelevant now and im not blaming anyone. They were warned, however, by Gene himself, and told Gene to sit down and shut up or he'd be removed from the plane before take off.

[@TtrainInVain]

Should of never been flying in junk at that point in the bands success. Just a tragedy all around.

[@peterbilt-bo1vy]

@@beaumontmichaels3575 I wonder why the pilot didn't turn the engines off while they were waiting? Someone said there was something not right with the fuel sensor or something like that. Can't remember just exactly. I'd give everything I own if I could turn back the hands of time and change things and prevent the crash. I have been heartbroken over the crash since the day it happened. Gary was my favorite band member and now he has passed on into eternity. Just hurts so bad. 💔 R.I.P. Gary Rossington, I will always love you and remember you. ✌️♥️🙏✝️🎸💕🕊️🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲💕💕💕🦅😢😔. I hope I meet you in Heaven. ♥️💟✝️

[@happycamper608]

I’ve been to the memorial twice and I get cold chills.

[@KevinKJinks]

You brought your “A” game today Jordan! Incredible work! Thanks so much!

[@karensundin3399]

I would love to meet Gene. He is such a great story teller. Amazing that he survived ♥️. What a great friend he is to Ronnie. To keep his memory alive and telling the truth ♥️. God Bless you Gene🙏

[@jessiemoody1920]

Great monument very nice tribute to the band rip ronnie

[@davidselders1513]

Got to see the tribute tour in Pittsburgh Pa, front row, even shook hands with Gary Rossington and Dale Krantz Rossington. Lynyrd Skynyrd is awesome !

[@bud6745]

How interesting. Now to go and read up on it, and listen to some of their songs. Thank you Jordan again for bringing interesting stories.

[@mariaday712]

It's a breathtaking memorial. We lost some great people. Thank you to Gene and the landowner for keeping the memories alive. Rest in peace to those that past away in the crash. You are missed. Thank you Jordan for this lovely remembrance vlog. I know it was tough for you to do. Stay safe and take care.

[@keithsexton1263]

His name is Dwain Easley he was 1 of the 1st on the scene, I was able to meet him at the memorial he said he's there pretty much, I recognized him from being in If I leave here tomorrow he is very cool and informative

[@PatriciaLen66]

Always enjoy hearing from Brenda Martin and Dwain! Great video! 👏🙂 Gene is the Man!

[@satellitegirl9144]

Man I remember when this happened. I was a freshman in high school. Horrible day. Loved Skynyrd and then later Rossington Collins.

[@oscardale9967]

Gene Odom and the first responders are heroes

[@raydash1424]

Fascinating listening to the stories of the survivors and responders. The lady was so colorful and so Southern. The actual crash site is on private land and from what I've heard does not allow sightseers. Thanks for another respectful vlog

[@stefanidowling]

You’re a great interviewer and listener. Thanks for letting these people tell their stories and not interrupting them. Awesome interview ❤

[@krautyvonlederhosen]

Thanks for the presentation. With everything out there these days, I certainly hope this is not contrived. Kudos to the landowner and others that gave as much help as possible that evening.

[@topher7720]

I was sitting in a restaurant 30 miles from my house and went back home packed a bag at 2 in the afternoon I drove 600 miles south from Illinois to check that Memorial out just on a whim. Spent the night in a motel checked it out about 7 in the morning drove 600 miles back home and was glad I made the trip! Thanks for the video and thanks for the people who made that Memorial happen. I would really like to meet Gene Odom someday

[@TonyandSusie-MillersontheMove]

Gene we love you!!! Thank you for keeping the memories of Ronnie and the band alive. The memorial is incredible. Would love to see it in person some day.❤️

[@julezjewelstreasures]

That was a wonderful heart pounding vlog Jordan I love Lynyrd Skynyrd wow amazing thank you for sharing

[@sherripendarvis4537]

My friend and I visited the memorial today. I was very impressed. Enjoyed talking to our host and his wife. It was a wonderful day. Thank you Jesus 🙏🇺🇸🙏

[@christopherneil988]

This is a great interview. Shame the wind was so bad when he was telling his story. Still awesome. I was 17 when this happened. And we all loved Lynyrd Skynyrd Band. Thank you doing this.

[@GeoffreyGoodridge-oe6we]

What the ultimate disgrace of all of this is that Judy, Dale, Johnny and Rickey haven’t done a damn thing to help the crash survivors! These people have reaped the rewards off of the band to the tune of millions of dollars! The very least they could do is write the checks so these people can live their final chapters in some comfort!

[@sandybatton1391]

I was at work when I heard about the plane crash. What nice monument. LS was never the same. It was an end of an era, that’s how it felt. Thanks for the video

[@nutcracker2916]

What a wonderful memorial to such a great band. Some of Ronnie's lyrics had a moral message. Like The Needle and the Spoon. Poison Whisky . Simple man. About being humble. Then there's Saturday Night Special about the worrying usage of cheap guns at the time. But they never came across as being overly preachy. Just cool songs. Had he and the others survived , they would have been massive world wide. Although the reformed band with Johnny were/are none too shabby. Thank you for bringing this poignant but interesting video x

[@scottcampbell9610]

Your videos are awesome Jordan thanks for these videos about my favorite southern rock band

[@larrytate5605]

Jordan you always do an amazing job,... and the folks in Mississippi are the real deal,......Still honoring the band, the survivors, and those no longer here.

[@louisetregomorgan4907]

Amazing memorial for one of my favorite bands in the world 🌎 . Gene your a real treasure love the I boarded the plane with no brain and got of the plane with no brain funny guy just 🧡him.

[@genemadsen8141]

Thanks Jordan and Gene and the Rescuers for your Stories of this tragic event and loss in Music History.

[@jasonmcgovern1364]

Hi Jordan, WOW, what a beautiful memorial. Very interesting to hear the responders memories of that awful tragedy. Great vlog Jordan.

[@Man-dl9ml]

Absolutely incredible video. Thank you !

[@TtrainInVain]

Just happened to see the Artemis Pyle band in Chester PA at harrah's a few yrs ago. He's still jamming. And yeah, his story has changed more then the weather as far as the infamous farmer shot incident. Lol. Thanks for the video man. Rock on.

[@lynncarol606]

This was fascinating. I’m amazed how you have been able to meet up with, the actual folks, who played an important part, in these historic events. When you interviewed, Marcus Winslow, back when you covered, James Dean, I was absolutely, captivated. Thank you, for all of the research and work that goes into bringing these stories, to your viewers! Awesome!

[@tammimullins7548]

My favorite song is "Simple Man". They were the best rock band. Thanks Jordan, you are the best!!!

[@brentwyatt5348]

THANK-YOU ….. 🦅

[@michelesowards7764]

I’ve been waiting for you and Gene to show this. Beautiful. Excellent work Jordan!

[@jeffjohnson4015]

What a beautiful monument to the Lynyrd Skynyrd Band, it's even amazing that any one survived this crash. So many others are not that lucky. The stones are amazing and really such a tribute

[@stacykeller8461]

Wow! This was really great! I didn’t know much, if anything, about the crash. Thanks, Jordan!

[@GGplanners]

Wow very interesting video! Thanks for this!

[@steveperry921]

That was really fascinating to hear about the crash from someone who was actually in the plane. Gene is lucky to be alive. He's a real down to earth likeable guy. Looking forward to his appearance in your future vlog. RIP Ronnie, Steve, Cassie, Dean and the two pilots.

[@kennethmcdonald2987]

This explained a lot concerning the problem some of the surviving band members had with Artemus Pyle afterwards .I know I have watched him in several interviews over the years and his take of the crash changes all the time . Great video .RIP to all lost in this tragedy .

[@GeoffreyGoodridge-oe6we]

Pyles claims of injuries simply don’t jive with his medical reports. Particularly the one where he said he was shot! That was a whopper! Civil wars was an interesting take on the events of that day. For some reason Billy Powell thought it was necessary to lie and say that Cassie Gaines died in his arms, bleeding out from a gash that was ear to ear, in his words! One has to wonder why people choose to tell extravagant lies like that. What would be the purpose?! Just crazy!

[@ruthjesse6759]

Thank U for doing this video of the Crash Site Of Lynyrd Skinner. Loved hearing the person I view from Soul Survivor, Gene and the the People that lived around there to do Recovery and Land Owner. The head Stones of the deceased are Beautiful. Such a Lovely Tribute. Thank u to all that made this Possible.

[@mimisheart1963]

A FANTASTIC memorial and Gene always told the same thing over and over, never changing. They live on in their music.

[@christopherallen9580]

Moving and powerful video. Amazing to have Gene here as a survivor.

[@jeffreyadams207]

Explained with so much clarity, truth for sure, must have been awful!

[@stankormy5717]

That memorial really is amazing! The memorial should state that Artemus Pyle was NOT shot!

[@odalisgonzalez6875]

Beautiful memorial & hearing the survivor speaking with all the details of what he witnessed was so sad

[@plasteredbastard]

if it wasn't for an unimaginable tragedy that brought these fine folks together you can see them being friends if it hadn't happened. Gene Odom is salt of the earth and rescue team jumped into action without a thought of their own safety. Thanks for giving this attention it so deserves.

[@jeff_quallio]

What a fantastic vlog my friend! One of the many tragedies in the music world and as usual you told with grace and respect. Thanks man for getting this out there. Fascinating!

[@taylorfulton5449]

It’s crazy I remember finding my moms sketch book and asking her who these people were she had drew and she had done it so AMAZINGLY! She said that’s Ronnie Van Zant! I said who’s that I was about 13 and she said well listen. I’m almost 31 and still as obsessed with them as I was then.

[@Bob-jg3vq]

This is a tremendous vlog. Congratulations to you Jordan on your incredible job with the interviews. I have always wanted to see the crash site of Lynyrd Skynyrd a band that I loved and followed.

[@sg2823]

Imagine. Gene wanting to see how Ronnie's is after this crash. A friend says okay we will go visit him. Wait! Why are we going to the cemetery? Powerful story!

[@SonyaSwann-xm9xd]

Love Skynyrd it was so cool being a teenager in the 70s I was 15 and a big fan , when that plane crashed and I was devastated my heart broken to this day .Much love to you both Gene and Jordan God bless ✝️💜🧂🪖🇺🇸

[@SniperLogic]

I was 17 and had seen them the week before in Statesboro, GA on the 13th. Was stunned when I heard about the crash on my little transistor radio that night a week later. Remember it like yesterday.

[@shondra6]

Thank you for sharing. It’s nice to see the memorial for all those lost. 🙏🙏 so sad to lose such talent.

[@Ja_s-per]

Did you know that, The opening lyrics from "Freebird !"came from Allen Collins wife??? Her name was, Kathy. She asked Allen one day, "If I leave here tomorrow, Would you still remember me?"... She passed away after complications during the birth of their 2nd/or 3rd child(I'm sorry not remembering exact!)... Ronnie and Allen, We're close too... Somewhere down the line, Allen told Ronnie what she said... And that was the beginning of "Freebird!"... Rest in Peace, 🦅🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸🦅

[@SusieQ450]

How smart it was to get that story from people who were there and have it recorded. Very interesting!

[@gingerblades5168]

Oh thank you so much Jordan

[@QuinceyG]

Thank you for doing this Vlog. This was a real tragedy, and it was so special to hear from both of these men. What an amazing thing the land owners did. Those monuments are amazing.

[@Wooley689]

I think of them every year on October 20th. Such a shock it was to us all back then.

[@MP-ju4ol]

This truly was a very sad day/night. Thank you kindly to the kind people who did their best to rescue the souls. Thank you Gene for carrying on the legacy, caring for the souls and memories that were Lynyrd Skynyrd. My first and last Skynyrd concert was 7-2-77……….Long live the memory that is Lynyrd Skynyrd. Mark

[@robertdillard5263]

Wish I had seen them in concert. I was going to go next time they came to Greensboro NC. I really all of Skynyrd's songs, but if I had to pick one it would have to be Simple Man. Also, like Cheaten Woman, The Hunt, That Smell, Cry For The Bad Man, The Needle And The Spoon and Working For MCA. Just wish I seen Them Live In concert!!

[@brandynmurray33]

I've been busy with college so I'm catching up on videos but can you just imagine surviving a place crash and then being strong enough to retell the story over and over again for years?! What an amazing dude, Gene really loves these guys

[@qofq]

Kind of eerie that the reflection of the trees can be seen on the monuments.

[@ellennewth6305]

My friend had tickets for the Baton Rouge concert Lynyrd Skynyrd was supposed to play ... and never did. Such a sad event in music history. Gene Odem is an absolute treasure. Thank you both for sharing this painful incident with us.

[@Natchez360]

I was inexplicably drawn to this vlog on 10/20, not knowing the exact anniversary date. I well remember that sad night hanging out with friends at McDonald's parking lot when we heard the news (in 11th grade). It felt unreal. We live about 60 miles from the site.

[@freebird4863]

Fascinating to hear their first hand accounts of the crash! Amazing interviews… thank you for sharing.

[@dustinshaver3173]

wow drove him to the cemetery to tell him where ronnie was . sad 😔

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Yeah...

[@satellitegirl9144]

That broke my heart

[@Ja_s-per]

To a point, A barely understand... It was his "Best Friend!"... They should've told him, And took there were he rest...

[@outsider238]

Watching this late but it was really fantastic. Really great that you were able to talk with all of them and hear their perspectives on the whole thing. We're grateful to them for taking the time and grateful to you Jordan for sharing this with us.

[@daddybog7189]

amazing to hear the stories and the monuments are beautiful.

[@julesmpg]

As a long time follower, I’m so thrilled to see the opportunities you’re getting and how things are going for you. Congratulations Jordan!

[@yolandadelazerda207]

Awesome interviews Jordan!! To paraphrase They’re as free as birds now. Great job!!

[@alancumming6407]

It was a privilege to hear these first hand testimonies. I look forward to the future Vlog with Gene. Thank you so much Jordan - this is an important documentary.

[@edgufler1122]

Thank you very much for this video and sharing it with us.

[@theangendeavor9910]

What a beautiful vlog and touching tribute to Lynyrd Skynrd. Gene and the other two were awesome. What a fun group of folks who went through such a tragic experience. AS always Jordanaire you do such meaningful work.

[@carolkaser2305]

The memorial is amazingly beautiful. It was so serene when we visited it. The vlog was amazing and answered my three questions concerning Artimus Pyle . 1. Him being shot. 2. Running from the scene and not returning to help. 3. Being to injured to help the first responders evacuate the injured from the crash site. The vlog was informative to here the truth from Gene about his actions after the crash. Your interview was both informative and sensitive to the trauma Gene, the property owner and first responders went through. A good, informative, and respectful vlog.

[@bartbucklin7433]

Beautiful monument , Remembering the lost. Bless them all. I thought one time years ago, I seen a video where some lady had a Lynyrd Skynyrd coat , she got at crash site. I'm sure there is a lot of things from plane people have, maybe parts of the plane. One thing for sure God works in mysterious ways.

[@teriwarzeka4948]

Best. Band. Ever

[@ellensaccoia1151]

Great work. Thank you for bringing these amazing stories to us.

[@gailreese4102]

So glad to see these memories preserved! Thank you for sharing this!

[@johnvasileff4358]

To this day I'm still amazed 20 people survived that crash.

[@tcbstrait]

Someone should tell Gene that he is relevant and that relevance doesn't depend on bashing another survivor who no doubt had some kind of trauma of having to live through it and see through it. The bashing almost overshadows the loss of that day. Make it about the [ep[le who died, not ragging the people who survived.

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Someone should tell Artemis to quite lying for decades.

[@eugenevohnoutka6323]

God knows the truth... The rest of us will always have to wonder...

[@loriharris1215]

Thanks for sharing this

[@bradparker9664]

Great video!

[@rebel6756]

My brother was at their last concert here in Greenville SC. Love me some Skynyrd.

[@hayleybmadiggunter6798]

As was my cousin and some other people I know. Greenville memorial auditorium.

[@rebel6756]

Yep. I live about 10 minutes from where the Old Brown Box used to be.

[@royceinthehouse842]

LOVE THIS BAND, FREEBIRD IS A ROCK ANTHEM!

[@ryannodal9309]

Such a great vlog!! I’ve been looking forward to you visiting this site. Gene is such an amazing storyteller. It’s amazing how he can recall that event and of course being able to survive that tragic day

[@dandylionriver]

I just can’t imagine what the trauma of this devastating crash has done to this man. Bless him, and everyone in the plane… 😞💔 Resting with Jesus now… 🙏

[@markcianfarani8777]

Hi Jordan. Thank you very much for this video. I was only 13..when the crashed happened. I've been following your page for a few years now..just love it..cute dog also..thank you jordan..God bless my friend..

[@genociderjill]

The South Will Never Die with these People and these Stories. Live on LehNerd SkinNyrd!

[@pinstrps]

Pretty amazing you were able to get as close to the actual crash site as you did....such a sad loss

[@annesantos5104]

Incredible Vlog today: fascinating stories told, but sad, too. This has to be one of the most beautiful monuments I’ve ever seen, just awesome. Looking forward to Part 2 soon. Thanks for such an outstanding Vlog, Jordan!

[@seerstone8982]

Jordan I have watched lot's of your video's. You are humble, real and have a calm soothing manner in your productions. I'm 62, have been a history buff all my life. Your information accuracy is immaculate. Other vlogger's rush to put out a lot of video's without doing proper research, which results in misinformation. Jordan you were born for this! Cheer's from East Tennessee.

[@carolynwalter8961]

Jordan I love being able to go with you on your adventures 😂😂😂😂

[@Massimo645]

I was 24 years old in 1977,in Italy the band was little known but songs like freebird and Sweet Bama were very played by us musicians.for me it was a great pain and still today I play those immortal songs. I have seen 5 times the Skynyrd(cover band) of today, but the band died that damn day of 77.RIP, excuse my bad english, ciao from Italy.