Damon Johnson's musical journey has taken him to some of the biggest stages on the planet and one of the prime jobs in rock and roll as a member of Lynyrd Skynyrd's lead guitar triumvirate.

SEVEN years ago, the much-loved US band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, announced their farewell tour. It had, to say the least, been a long and highly ...

There was no shortage of talent or personalities among the musicians in ‘70s Lynyrd Skynyrd ... penned by Van Zant and guitarist Allen Collins, is Skynyrd’s entry into the pantheon of Great ...

Lynyrd Skynyrd are still rocking. Collins, Rossington, Wilkeson and Powell have all since died, but Johnny Van Zant continues to lead the band, along with guitarist Rickey Medlocke, who was ...

Southern rock was around before Lynyrd Skynyrd released their debut album in 1973. But once rock fans got an earful of the Florida band’s music – with its triple-guitar assault and barroom ...

Lynyrd Skynyrd is celebrating 50 years since the ... The current lineup includes Johnny Van Zant (vocals), Rickey Medlocke (guitar), Mark “Sparky” Matejka (guitar), Michael Cartellone (drums ...

The key to Southern rockers Lynyrd Skynyrd’s resilience is “a great spirit watching over us from above” — and their classic songs — says guitarist Rickey Medlocke, the second-longest ...

Speaking about the new tour, Johnny Van Zant – lead vocalist and brother of the late Ronnie Van Zant – said: “It’s about the legacy of Lynyrd ... for the Skynyrd Nation.” Guitarist ...

Get ready to raise your Bic lighters and look out, Neil Young — Southern rock stalwart Lynyrd Skynyrd ... playing guitar since 1996, while Johnny Van Zant has been the lead vocalist since ...