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[@jeremiahrose4681]

Nah, this is Ronnie, his younger brother took over years later (Johnny). Get this the middle brother is Donnie Van Zant, singer, songwriter, and guitarist of the band 38 Special, check them out. They are known for their hit songs, including "Hold On Loosely" and "Caught Up in You", among various other Top 40 hits on the US Billboard Hot 100 during the 1980s and early 1990s, including "Rockin' into the Night", "You Keep Runnin' Away", "If I'd Been the One", "Back Where You Belong", "Teacher, Teacher", "Like No Other Night", "Second Chance" and "The Sound of Your Voice".

[@ericreep5341]

Met Johnnv, briefly. He was getting in shape for the first "Reunion" tour. He was great!

[@ericleonard2835]

Ronnie died 1977 and Johnny took over in 1987 at the 10 year reunion tour that started at the CDB Vol Jam

[@Tbirdhaynes]

So I say this as a total term of endearment and with absolutely no malice or disrespect whatsoever but I will sometimes call .38 Special Lynyrd Skynyrd Light

[@jeremiahrose4681]

That's about right.@@Tbirdhaynes

[@kevinmclaughlin8975]

@@ericleonard2835 and Donnie toured with LSB for a while as well.

[@rosekelly1097]

I'm a 65 Yr old woman an this 1 is my all time fav song, just never ever ever tire of it, 1 of the greatest guitar solos ever. It needs youngsters like you to keep this wonderful music alive, luving ur enjoyment a great reaction. ❤❤❤

[@suefantastic4584]

I am a 60 year old woman with a 38 y/o boyfriend. We both love this song even though he was not alive when it came out. btw... I am not a grandmother.. never will be.. lol

[@wadehines9971]

I was there

[@JuandeFucaU]

remember..... it's bingo and butterscotch pudding tonight ladies..... if you see the night nurse can you let her know I need a diaper change?

[@sharonchapman593]

I'll be 65 in June. Skynyrd is still my favorite. If I'm driving, it gets turned ALL the way up. I've got the greatest hits collection, (4) C'D's. Listen to them all the time. I'll never be too old.

[@livingandriding]

@@wadehines9971 Me too! Those were the days!!!

[@freebirdtony]

The finest live performance of any band or song that I've ever witnessed, be it in person or on video. Btw, that is Ronnie Van Zant on vocals.

[@juanitastephens3077]

One of the greatest bands ever, and sad as well

[@freebirdtony]

@@juanitastephens3077 That is so true Juanita. Exceptional musicians and too much tragedy and untimely deaths. They are special, that is why they live on, generation after generation.

[@SmokeyTreats]

Then you're in for a real treat when you watch Lynyrd Skynyrd - Free Bird (Live 1976 at Knebworth Festival)! As killer as this one is, their Knebworth performance is as good or better!

[@mariejustme]

I still miss them. Going to a Skynyrd concert was an EXPERIENCE. 🔥🤟🏼

[@freebirdtony]

@@SmokeyTreats The icing on the cake was when Ronnie walked onto the (Rolling Stones) tongue portion of the stage, and called Rossington, Collins, Gaines and Wilkeson over to join him. I say this because Mick Jagger had warned the other bands to not go onto the tongue area.

[@chrislaustin]

This is one of those songs that should be required listening for anyone with even a mild interest in rock & roll, and this live version is one of the best in all of the "live" genre. If not for video footage, it may have been lost to time and maybe not even believed, as this performance is just mind blowing.

[@davidd3948]

So sad to know that such an iconic band 3 months after this day the world would experience a devastating loss of some of their members. Oct. 20 '77. Makes the lyrics that much more haunting. R.I.P.

[@Tbirdhaynes]

3 months and 18 days. This footage is both fun to watch and upsetting to watch.

[@JohnSmith-mu4to]

The plane crash was about 45minutes from me in Ms.. I was at the movie theater when it happened I was 13 at the time.

[@Tbirdhaynes]

@@JohnSmith-mu4to ughhh, so terrible! I actually live in Omaha Nebraska and Clear Lake Iowa where Buddy Holly’s plane went down is about an hour and a half away. I have been there to pay respect

[@davidd3948]

@@JohnSmith-mu4to, wow. I used to live in Ms. too. Grenada. In the early 80s in high school. Never thought about it much then. Do now.

[@davidd3948]

@@Tbirdhaynes, the day the music died. Another tragic day in history. RIP to Buddy, Richie, and The Big Bopper.

[@Brandi6666]

Its the original line up🤘❤️ the real skynyrd

[@ElizabethJohnson-ss4ce]

Not technically the originals, but this is the last lineup before the crash. Some people get really testy about who is or isn't actually original. I separate them into Ronnie era or cover band. This is my favorite lineup of Ronnie era.

[@LarsFunkRoad]

Not necessarily... Steve Gains was introduced a few yrs latr..(3rd album) and they may have a diff drummer.. can't tell from this vid. But I think it's the 2nd

[@ElizabethJohnson-ss4ce]

@@LarsFunkRoad This video is Artemis, the 2nd drummer.

[@Pokafalva]

One of the original guitarists was Ed King.

[@ElizabethJohnson-ss4ce]

@@Pokafalva No, the originals were Ronnie, Gary, Allen, Bob Burns (drums) and Larry Junstrom (bass). Leon replaced Larry, then Ed replaced Leon. Leon came back and Ed went to 3rd guitar.

[@joeyboogenz]

The Singer was Ronnie Van Zant . He was the GOAT of frontmen ! The dude playing the slide guitar next to Ronnie was Gary Rossington . He was using an old ,old asprin bottle (Corasiden) to make the bird chirps and slide along with Ronnie's voice . Allen Collins was the maniac with the crazy hair in all white who went nuts at the end who really invented this song . 3 people on that stage were killed in the plane crash 3 months later including Ronnie .

[@mamabear9325]

Met Allen Collins in the Café of a JAX hospital late one night. I was on my lunch break with friends, and he was alone, worried, and stressing. Just a very polite man who needed to vent. We all talked for about 45 minutes, then showed him to the Chapel for privacy. Didn't need or ask for anything from him, just thankful to be returning a favor. ❤😢❤

[@joeyboogenz]

@@mamabear9325 The deeper I dove into the band , I feel now that Allen was the showstopper of all the guitarists they had . Ed was great in studio ,but was in background live .Gary also seemed a bit on the shy side . Steve was a showman for sure and close to Allen ,but Collins was just explosive on stage and his timing always perfect . JMO .

[@michellerutherford9551]

Ronnie and Rober Plant my favorite frontmen❤

[@dawncapps5172]

Allen Collins will always be my dream! I’m 60 and I’ve loved Allen since I was 14. Beautiful man and GOAT!

[@joeyboogenz]

He absolutely was. It took some time for me to piece it al together but Allen was the defining sound of LS behind RVZ.

[@exstock]

Don’t forget, whenever you’re at any live concert, no matter the music style, you’re supposed to yell out PLAY FREEBIRD at the top of your lungs. Decades of tradition can’t be wrong.

[@freebirdtony]

That is absolutely correct.

[@BasedBuilders]

@@freebirdtonyI remember yelling it from a mosh pit once in the 90s, and the band laughing and trying it!

[@freebirdtony]

@@BasedBuilders Cool story, that's one for the books.

[@bambamsmom7289]

Absolutely true ❤

[@jedsall2010]

Stairway to Freebird!! Every band HATES when you yell that 😂

[@marthayoung2308]

YOUR reaction was PRICELESS! One of the best I've seen.❤ So glad you were open to listening to us Boomers' music! 😂 It was/is the BEST music ever. In all genres. Have you reacted to "Call Me the Breeze". Another fav of mine that's fire! Lol

[@notablindliberal896]

That's Ronnie on lead vocals Johnny was only 16 when Ronnie died. Gary Rossington playing the slide guitar in the beginning, and then Allen Collins shredding on the last half. With Steve Gaines on guitar as well, Leon Wilkeson on bass, Artimus Powell on drums, and Billy Powell on the piano. Skynyrd was different, there live shows are bad@$$. Never to be duplicated. Thanks for the reaction.

[@lawrencekoprowski6480]

Lol my baby (Grandma) still smoking hot to me. 😍 Thank you for the reaction..

[@AXXXDEAN]

5 :String instruments sounding amazing together....3 lead guitars....1 bass guitar and 1 piano

[@gtgibb]

And yet, they still call it a SOLO.

[@leslieoneal4464]

For a VERY cheap ticket price (a few bucks, usually!), we spent the best years of our lives watching absolute LEGENDS perform for us!! I feel blessed to have these memories & to count Skynyrd & other greats among those who made up the soundtrack of my youth. There will never be another time like that again.

[@tjrivers]

A generational banger anthem, for sure. After the plane crash, I saw his brother’s band, 38 Special, in Jersey several years later. They paid homage to LS brilliantly. Love your reaction!

[@jimmysmith3356]

I was right there standing on that stage that day. Met those guys in Atlanta in the early 70,s , and from that time on we all were like brothers. Now they've all gone to that great concert in heaven, I truly miss each one of them. October 1977 was a very sad and heartbreaking time for the fans, friends, and family's of those that lost their lives that day. Ohh how I wish I could play one more time with all those guy's. Thanks for the reaction

[@sharonhoyt2133]

Actually the drummer in this video Artimus Pyleis still alive and Gary Rossington just died last year.

[@jimmysmith3356]

@@sharonhoyt2133 Artimus isn't the original drummer but I know Artimus. Gary lived about fifteen miles from me we talked at least once a week, now that he's gone I still talk with Dale.

[@christinemcmillen9020]

This is original Skynyrd. That is Ronnie singing, Allen, Steve, and Gary on guitar, Leon on bass, Billy on piano, and Artimus playing drums. Best group ever.

[@sharonmoore9934]

Allen Collins, was the guitar player in all white, long hair. Steve Gaines was the other guitarist playing with Allen in the end, tragically he left us when the plane crashed too, along with his sister Cassie Gaines, who was a backup singer for the band

[@valerielynn7256]

You should react to Chicago 25 or 26 to 4 live at tanglewood 1970 it has One of the greatest live guitar solos by Terry Kath rest in peace and amazing horn section

[@RockinMamaT]

Please keep the music my generation alive❤🙏

[@tomgilliam2891]

I've been watching your videos for a while, and I have to say that watching your excitement as you listen to music that is new to you but old to me brings a new excitement to me listening to it again. You really add something good to the experience. I appreciate you. Keep on rockin' man.

[@TeresaMount-t9o]

This is my all time favorite song. I’m 73 and still enjoying it. Good to see your reaction you’ve experienced one of the best, oh and that was Ronnie singing thank you.

[@art3mis290]

72 here on my playlist for 50 years now.

[@TeresaMount-t9o]

We grew up with the best music good times still loving it.

[@art3mis290]

Fleetwood Mac and Pink Floyd also on my play list!@@TeresaMount-t9o

[@jeremiahrose4681]

Man I'm getting old, this was about a month before my 6th birthday. My mom passes away a few months later. Rest in Peace mom.

[@kperry1969]

Congratulations you have just witnessed basically the pinnacle of classic rock, southern rock, anthem rock, etc. Watching a virgin react to this one is fulfilling. Thank you for your reactions.

[@gingerbreadman1969]

I've asked my kids to play Freebird at my funeral reception/party and it will be the last thing I hear in this world as my spirit flies around the room during that solo and I touch everyone on the way out. Great reaction man. ❤️😎💯🔥😂👍

[@amandathode4540]

Same

[@lancevaughn432]

Lynyrd Skynyrd concert, August 27, 1977, Great concert, 19 years old. October 20, 1977 😢😢 plane crash

[@valerielynn7256]

This is the original band before the plane crash happened that same year I believe so it’s Ronnie Van zant singing

[@shasta810]

wasn't the original band with Ed King?

[@ElizabethJohnson-ss4ce]

@@shasta810 Original band was Ronnie, Allen, Gary, Bob Burns (drums) and Larry Junstrom (bass). Leon replaced Larry, then Ed replaced Leon, Leon came back and Ed went to 3rd guitar.

[@beverlymcgrath8441]

I saw them live in August '77. It was so shocking what happened after.

[@gk5891]

Lynard Skynard Freebird This year is 50 years since Freebird was released on their debut album.

[@LittleLou-vk9fm]

My first concert ever, 1977 Skynyrd at the Long Beach Arena, CA. They finished the concert with this song, as usual, and they were absolutely electrifying. They set the standard for me, for what a concert should be like! And yes, those Grandmas are still hot to me!

[@sharonmoore9934]

Gary Rossington is the guitarist standing behind Ronnie Vanzant (not Johnny Vanzant, younger brother that took over) when Ronnie left us a few months later in a plane crash

[@jamesleyda365]

Maybe the greatest American rock & roll song ever🔥🤘🇺🇸🤘🔥

[@stanleynykaza9042]

Great reaction ! I read that alot of the girls in the crowd were really there to see PETER FRAMPTON who was the next band to play. you need to watch him do BABY I LOVE YOUR WAYS LIVE from same concert !! also remember back then the fans never got to see their idols in person at all, and there was no TV of concerts , of them playing or youtube only the record ,LP cover photos ,so when you finally got to see them at a concert it was like once in a life time event ! very very SPECIAL !

[@peterboissonnault8445]

I've seen them live 4 times ! Twice with the Doobie Brothers, always a great show!

[@lorijohnston4311]

The unofficial rock anthem of the south. Southern rock as its finest. If you haven't already, check out the live version of Marshall Tucker Band's Can't You See from 1973 in Macon. Toy Caldwell, the fastest thumb in the south, will blow you away.

[@lightningbug276]

Love Southern Rock ❤

[@kelvinhayes9038]

No, this IS the Southern Rock Anthem...!

[@suecook1326]

Gary Rossington is the guitarist you're impressed with so far. He's playing slide on his guitar. If you look close, you can see a clear plastic tube on his finger and he drags that down to make the notes stretch out. He was the last founding member to die maybe 6-8 months ago. My favorite is Allen Collins, all in white but he stands back until it's solo time.

[@RavenFire4]

This video is a great example of why its important to watch live performances. Seeing music being made, who is doing what and how hyped the crowds get . It's refreshing to know people like you will keep thus music alive for generations to come. I love your energy

[@mitzaz8812]

As a grandma.... I agree with that statement. We were pretty damn cool. 😎 😊

[@88pjtink]

And the then-kid behind Ronnie (the lead singer) on slide guitar just very recently passed away. You can see the video on youtube of him performing this song for the last time. Such a tragic history for this band. But they certainly aren't the only ones.

[@kevinmorrell4155]

I was there bro! Even saw myself in that video… a sea oh humanity. The best closing song in music history. Skynyrd played before Peter Frampton that day. Ronnie Van Zandt was singing… that was 3 months before the plane crash that killed him 😢. Have been lucky to see them 20 times in the last 46 years 🤩

[@robbierobinson3966]

Loved your reaction brother. Wasn't there but Skynyrd was my first concert in 75. This was our class song in 77. Makes my day when another member is added to the Skynyrd family. Now it's time for you to dive deeper into some album cuts. Don't get the wrong idea about the flag. We flew them as a way to give the man the middle finger. Rock N Roll is about being a Rebel. Isn't it?

[@sharonhoyt2133]

Flag is mostly recognized as Southern Pride.

[@baronfyrewhine]

No one said anything about the flag. What's your problem?

[@jeremiahrose4681]

Lynyrd Skynyrd - Freebird, great footage.

[@Jerry-sr9kq]

Wow this brings back memories, I saw Skynyrd in 1977 on Long Island just before the plane crash. At my high school... All you heard playing was "Free bird" !!

[@Irockthere4]

So on their live record Ronnie asks the crowd, “What song is it you all wanna hear” and the crowd screams “FREEBIRD”. Thats how it started yelling it at any concert😅

[@mitzaz8812]

Any time is a good time for Lynyrd Skynyrd !❤ Bringing back high school memories. 😊

[@SmokeyTreats]

Loved your reaction, thanks man! Now watch Lynyrd Skynyrd - Free Bird (Live 1976 at Knebworth Festival). As killer as this Oakland performance is, their Knebworth performance was as good if not better!

[@ericreep5341]

Oh yea Shon, 3 guitars and a bassist, (on the right), killer combo! Peace bruh😉

[@georgebuckner6799]

From an old fart, it's refreshing to see the younger crowd enjoying "our" music. 😀😀 Enjoy your journey!!

[@JeriLaird-i3t]

Loved watching your reaction to this performance! This was truly one of the best concerts ever!

[@chrispruett81]

Oh.. and sad thing is.. Only 3 months after this concert.. was the famous Lynyrd Skynyrd plane crash that killed the lead singer and a few others... Just tragic!! OH.. and This is the original lead singer Ronny.. it's after he was killed in the plane crash 3 months after this concert.. that his brother took over. so yeah.. this guy is the original.. but they do look A LOT alike.. almost look like twins! lol.. Actually.. they even sound a lot alike too!

[@girlfriday-nl9we]

This Oakland performance took place 4 1/2 months before the tragic plane crash that took the lives of frontman Ronnie Van Zant, backup singer Cassie Gaines and her brother, guitarist Steve Gaines. This makes Freebird’s opening couple of lines all the more poignant. I recommend watching “If I Leave Here Tomorrow” - a documentary about the band that is the best rock documentary I’ve ever seen. It traces Lynyrd Skynyrd’s rags-to-riches struggle to become a super band. Clocking in at under 90 minutes, the film had me laughing, crying, laughing, crying as it alternates the backstory of these high school pals with news footage of the crash coverage. It was like the band members came into my living room with their stories, photo albums, scrapbooks, home movies and personal calendars, and in the end reminded me of friends I grew up with. It had so many surprising, fascinating details I had never known despite having grown up listening to this band.

[@MadisonD941]

"Som'a y'alls grandmas was hot back in the day" Oh yes we were!!

[@katzn2]

I'm the grandma I was pretty sweet and hot all at once It was a great time Lots of fun Our music was beyond beyond great

[@kimcress1857]

Every time I listen to you I just am so amped up after! It’s 10:30 pm in Oklahoma on a Monday night and you are making me want to go out and hoop it up! Love ya!

[@RockinMamaT]

I told you it was a must see❤ The guitar solos are Crazy😂

[@RockinMamaT]

That's Ronnie this was sadly 3 months before the plane crash

[@jokuz9133]

i told my kids when they were little that free bird was the national anthem. this performance was skynyrds gift to mankind just before their plane crashed

[@Ol_Blue]

When you watch that again, pay attention to the guitarist behind RONNIE. He blends in finishing Ronnie's lyric. Amazing the little details they used.

[@sabrinastroud9776]

My sister was there, she was beautiful and hung out with them many times. Oh, and she's a grandma now! Time flies!

[@wesalker3479]

If I am LISTENING to the video, Knebworth. . . . . If I am WATCHING the song . . . . . OAKLAND! . . . . .

[@RustyLou18]

"Give Me Three Steps"❤

[@kimking6036]

Have you ever seen any men lovin' their job any more than them! ❤☮️

[@AXXXDEAN]

This is Ronnie...not long before the plane crash

[@PowAngel]

One thing to consider about Lynyrd Skynyrd is their backyard of Jacksonville, Florida. They grew up around a wide assortment of various bands in the area, and like all bands they competed with one another, but were also there for one another if need be. And most if not all of them were dirt arse poor. This attitude helped develop the Southern Rock scene from a small area of the country. As they would often play with one another, if they were short a band member. An example of this can be heard in the band "Blackfoot", which was founded by a native American born in the area, Rick Medlocke, who of course is of the Blackfoot tribe. After the plane crash Blackfoot released their "Strikes" album, the song "Highway Song" was dedicated to the members of Lynyrd Skynyrd who were killed on the plane crash. If one listens to the song, you get the Lynyrd Skynyrd vibe for sure. Later Rick Medlocke, became one of the guitarists for the revamped Lynyrd Skynyrd. And when the band was being attacked for displaying the "Flag of the army of northern Virginia", thus an attempt by media to brand them as racists, Medlocke pointed out, growing up & interacting with members of Lynyrd Skynrd, he had no doubt that none of them were racist in any way. Citing "Look I'm a native American, I'm a member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, do you really think I would be playing with them if they were racist?" And while the band stated the displaying of the flag was purely a heritage pride display, they also understood how it was hijacked & stolen by a type of people they don't associate with. That part of us history exists, & have made the choice to no longer display the flag. Their last concert, Johnny Van Zant drapped a U.S. flag over the microphone.

[@KennyRansom-l5k]

Ronnie Was The Leader of Lynyrd Skynyrd . After the plane crash , little brother Johnny became just their lead singer . HUGE difference .

[@DariaBilowus]

Kudos to the drummer for keeping up. 🤘🏽

[@chrisw3421]

The slide guitar sounds is so unique and satisfying. You're gonna want some Allman Brothers Band ;) Jimmy Page on In My Time of Dying by Led Zeppelin ;)

[@jessicaleblanc-nh1yl]

As, you stated this was exceptional. This was one of their all time best performances. Solid talent & beautiful.

[@c.michellebraddock960]

I am absolutely offended by you thinking (Jonny) is ANYWHERE IN THIS VIDEO!! THIS IS RONNIE, ABSOLUTELY!! REACH BRO!!!!

[@trishdaniel6196]

I GREW UP WITH THIS BAND, FROM MY HOMETOWN, JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA!!! THAT IS RONNIE SINGING.....THANKS FOR THE REACTION, ENJOY!!!!!

[@videoinformer]

They executed "drop the mic" before I think it was a term, and it was well-deserved.

[@BigBoyPorter]

Yeah... Ronny from Skynyrd, Donny from .38 Special. Johnny had the Johnny Van Zant band and later joined Skynyrd.

[@willcornett5452]

That’s the original Ronnie! Great Music!

[@denniswarren]

This is Ronnie saw them live in Memphis 1973

[@JAMESMOORE-gq4vv]

ONE MORE FROM THE ROAD is their Iconic Live album, TRAVELING MAN.

[@stanpiers247]

That's Ronnie........Johnny is not anything close to Ronnie. Donnie used to be with 38 Special and they have good videos too.

[@Delet322]

This was our background noise for life. So many pivotal moments in so many lives. Generational music.

[@GRizzie152]

A time when cell phones and ugly advertisements didn't pollute the landscape! Love it!🥳🥳

[@RobertCarriker-ov4tc]

That was Gary Rossington plan the guitar like you like. He was the last surviving member original member of the band passed away in 2023. March 5 be exact.

[@Jp421JP]

You should check out The Who “won’t get fooled again “

[@lightningbug276]

That’s Ronnie. His brother took over after the crash. I think he was with 38 Special.

[@1brokemofo2023]

you should check out "that smell" by this band.....amazing song and the solo is bonkers bro!!!!! love your reactions keep it up!!! 🤘👍 much love from central texas

[@JimJenz]

Bro my playlist❤ launched ur Azz. REAL

[@BiornBear]

Keep great music alive my man. Now that their all gone “RIP”.

[@dmead4106]

I think the plane crashed shortly after this concert. Their street survivers L.P.s cover first had them standing in flames. After the plane crash, they took the flames off that cover. Still have and play their albums, 50 years later.

[@davidd3948]

You are correct. The plane crash was Oct 20th '77. Just 3 months after this amazing performance.

[@angiemaney761]

This performance was just months before plane crash that took Ronnie and others😢

[@dbeekman9738]

8:37 " ... I don't know his name but the guy behind ... with the guitar ... " You ain't seen nothing yet, wait for the solo.

[@thatmanstumototours2270]

This is Ronnie Van Zant. No disrespect to his brother Johnie, but Skynyrd had only one singer.

[@mentalwedgee]

Any young man that appreciates Skynard is alright in my book!

[@BorealisNights]

I'm 63... it does a heart good to see you young 'uns enjoying a little ditty from back in our day.👍🏼✌🏼🇨🇦

[@lightningbug276]

Steve Gaines is the guitarist you mean I think. His sister is a background singer. Both killed in the crash.

[@christinelindsey2761]

No no. This, my musical friend, is none other than Ronnie Van Zant singing. Johnny did not start singing for them until 1980. Best live band ever. But did, go watch this live at Knebworth. MUCH better. I promise.

[@jimcook5711]

Yo dude! Johnnie? No Ronnie, he died in the airplane crash. I digress.... dude reallly your rollin a youtube chanel and you dont pay for commercial free, damn....

[@LordEagle]

Good song to be your #1,,,,💥💥💥👍😎

[@ceeceerider]

The guitars are great, but don’t discount the artistry of the Billy Powell’s piano either!

[@TruckerMike_FL]

That's Ronnie. After the plane crash in October of '77 there was no Lynyrd Sighted until a reunion was done in '87 with Johnny singing

[@premierrulz]

Please please do Grand Funk Railroad inside looking out live version There is no comparison It will leave you speechless!!

[@exstock]

And now, for something completely different: You should try VIOLENT FEMMES! Blister in the Sun is probably their best known song, but I think 36-24-36 is a great one to start with. They're addictive. They bring all their equipment on the bus. And you can't f*ck with the Violent Femmes. You cannot f*ck with this band!

[@michellerutherford9551]

It doesnt happen here, but on the concert where they open for the Stones and the Winterland ballroom....I love when Ronnie whistles and says bring all my mules out here, and 3 lead guitarist and and the bass come out front and and center!! ❤❤ what a showman and leader if the band. This is Ronnie and for a long time after his death it , it was considered blasphemous that anyone even his brother take over for him. FLY HIGH SWEET BIRDS, YALL ARE ALL GONE NOW, BUT YOU AND YOUR MUSIC WILL LIVE ON , FOREVER❤❤😢😢❤❤

[@carolcoker9862]

First album I ever bought and I played the hell out of it, Im so glad I grew up with these guys!!! Best southern rock band ever no doubt!!!

[@C0CKYp0ps]

That’s 100% Ronnie. Met his aunt years back. She said neither brother could come close to Ronnie’s voice live. He was on a different level.

[@GrumpyGenXGramps]

I was there! Kinda. I was conceived at a Skynyrd Concert actually. LMAO