Lynyrd Skynyrd

Turn it up: there’s a reason someone always yells “Free Bird.” Lynyrd Skynyrd defined Southern rock with three guitars, real-life stories and a never-quit spirit, and they’re a pillar of Rock ‘n’ Roll Radio.

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What’s new with Lynyrd Skynyrd

• Double Trouble Double Vision. Skynyrd co-headlined the summer of 2026 with Foreigner.
• Still going. Johnny Van Zant said in April 2026 that the band will keep playing as long as his health allows.
• Live at the Ryman. Celebrating 50 Years: Live at the Ryman, Gary Rossington’s final show with the band, came out in June 2025.
• One More from the Road turned 50 in September 2026.

Station picks: the Lynyrd Skynyrd songs to start with

Our five essentials:

1. Sweet Home Alabama (1974). That guitar intro is pure Southern sunshine.
2. Free Bird (1973). The slow verse, the guitar battle, the song every crowd calls for.
3. Simple Man (1973). A mother’s advice that still hits home.
4. Gimme Three Steps (1973). A barroom story with a riff to match.
5. Tuesday’s Gone (1973). A gentle, rolling farewell song.

Three deep cuts worth your time:

1. The Ballad of Curtis Loew (1974). A tender story-song from Second Helping.
2. That Smell (1977). A dark warning from Street Survivors.
3. I Ain’t the One (1973). The swaggering opener of their debut.

If you like Lynyrd Skynyrd, try

• 38 Special: Donnie Van Zant’s band, same Jacksonville roots
• ZZ Top: Southern boogie from Texas
• Foreigner: their 2026 tour partners
• The Allman Brothers Band: the other giant of Southern rock

Lynyrd Skynyrd on tour

Last verified October 12, 2026. Always confirm with the official site before buying tickets.

More legends on the road: Classic Rock Concerts & Tours 2026–2027.

Lynyrd Skynyrd quick facts

• Formed: 1964, Jacksonville, Florida
• Lineup: Johnny Van Zant, Rickey Medlocke, Mark Matejka, Damon Johnson, Peter Keys, Michael Cartellone, Robbie Harrington, with Carol Chase and Stacy Michelle
• Signature albums: (Pronounced ‘Lĕh-‘nérd ‘Skin-‘nérd) (1973), Second Helping (1974), Gimme Back My Bullets (1976), Street Survivors (1977)
• Remembering: Ronnie Van Zant, Steve Gaines and Cassie Gaines, lost in the 1977 plane crash, and Gary Rossington (died 2023)
• Honors: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, 2006
• Official site: lynyrdskynyrd.com

Lynyrd Skynyrd FAQ

Is Lynyrd Skynyrd still touring?
Yes. They have festival dates in Florida and Arizona in November 2026, and in Europe in July 2027.

Are any original members still in Lynyrd Skynyrd?
No. Gary Rossington, the last original member, died in 2023. Rickey Medlocke drummed with the band briefly in the early ’70s.

Where can I hear Lynyrd Skynyrd?
On Rock ‘n’ Roll Radio, free and live 24/7 on the web and in our iPhone and Android apps. Want a favorite? Request it here.

Sources: Ultimate Classic Rock, Blabbermouth, Blabbermouth (Ryman), One More from the Road. Last verified October 12, 2026.