Lynyrd Skynyrd

Lynyrd Skynyrd (pronounced /ˌlɛnərd ˈskɪnərd/ LEN-ərd-SKIN-ərd) is an American rock band, formed in Jacksonville, Florida in 1964. The band became prominent in the Southern United States in 1973, and rose to worldwide recognition before three members and one road crew member died in an airplane crash in 1977, including lead vocalist and primary songwriter Ronnie Van Zant. The band reformed in 1987 for a reunion tour with Ronnie's younger brother ... more

Place Musical Career Began:

Active as Musical Artist (start):

  • 1964

Also known as:

  • Lenhard Skinnerd,
  • Lynyrd Skynrd,
  • Leonard Skinnerd,
  • Lynryd Skynyrd,
  • Lynrd Skynrd,
  • Lynrd Skynyrd,
  • Lyndyrd Skynyrd,
  • Lynard Skynard,
  • Lynyrd Skynyd,
  • Leonard Skinner,
  • Lynyrd Skynyurd,
  • Lynyrd Skynard,
  • Lynard Skynyrd
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