Lynyrd Skynyrd at Budweiser Stage

Lynyrd Skynyrd are best known for popularizing Southern Rock throughout the 1970s. Formed in Jacksonville, Florida in 1964, the band began to have mainstream success nearly a decade later with the release of their self-titled album (subtitled "Pronounced Leh-nerd Skin-nerd"), which launched the single “Freebird”. Their popularity grew after touring with The Who on their Quadrophenia Tour and the release of their breakthrough single “Sweet Home Alabama,” from their multi-platinum-selling 1974 album Second Helping, brought the band international fame. In 1977, at the peak of their popularity, Lynyrd Skynyrd lost frontman Ronnie Van Zant, guitarist Steve Gaines, backup singer Cassie Gaines in an airplane crash. After a ten year hiatus, the band's remaining members re-formed, and they have toured ever since, releasing several more successful albums over the years. 2018 will see the band embarking on their final tour.