The 50th anniversary of Lynyrd Skynyrd’s critically acclaimed debut album, “Pronounced ‘Lh-‘nérd ‘Skin-‘nérd,” will be celebrated in 2023, connecting fans of all ages to the enduring band.
The band Lynyrd Skynyrd’s music continues to be made by Michelle Stacy, Chase Carol, Peter Keys, Christopher Keith, Michael Cartellone, “Sparky” Mark Matejka, Rickey Medlocke, and Johnny Van Zant. The enduring contributions of former band members Thomasson Hughie, Wilkeson Leon, Burns Bob, Powell Billy, King Ed, Gaines Steve, Collins Allen, and Ronnie Van Zant will always be remembered for their vibrant history and catalog. The primary goal of the band is to honor the legacy that has impacted the lives of millions of people around the world. Gary Rossington has maintained a major creative influence and occasionally performs live with the group.
Lynyrd Skynyrd, the members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, have released more than 60 studio albums and have amassed millions of records and billions of streams. “We wanted to maintain the integrity of our name and honor our fallen comrades,” explains Rossington, noting that it’s worth it to still be rocking and maintaining a fantastic show for our devoted legion of followers. “It’s one of the greatest feelings in the world to look out and see the meaning of Skynyrd still alive,” reveals Van Zant, as the rock legends are always on the road.
Over the course of a century and a half, “Texas From Ol’ Little That Band” has established itself as a significant component of the ZZ TOP brand, working towards breaking down cultural and linguistic barriers worldwide. With their magic keychain and spinning guitars, as well as their hot rod cars and distinctive beards, the band has become a vital part of the boogie and blues rock genre, delighting and entertaining their dedicated fan base through their recordings and live performances.
The band Ol’ Little Grammy-nominated from Texas has been playing to millions of people on four different continents. Over the past 50 years, they have toured more than any other group. Their first album became certified “Diamond,” signifying over 10 million copies sold, making it the highest certification possible in the industry. When it was released, it incorporated high-tech trappings but remained true to their bluesy roots. The Eliminator album in 1983 marked a significant turning point in their career, with songs like “Legs” and “Sharp Dressed Man” finding early success on the MTV network. One of the band’s most recognizable songs, “La Grange,” was featured on their breakthrough release in 1973 with the band Tres Hombres. ZZ Top came together in 1969 in Houston, with members from two competing bands: American Blues and Moving Sidewalks. Dusty Hill, Frank Beard, and Billy Gibbons form the iconic trio.
Over the course of 50 years, the band’s lineup has consisted of Beard and Hill, with Gibbons. They have been referenced in countless sitcoms and cartoons, and have sold millions of records, making it into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. They are virtually alone in their success, as it comes from their authentic music roots. ZZ TOP encapsulates the internal mantra that makes the band so successful. When Dusty had to take a break from the summer tour in 2021, Elwood Francis stepped in to fill his place on bass guitar.
