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1Scan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minute2Clear out junk files and repair common Windows errors3Fix the driver behind crashes, sound loss and screen glitchesLynyrd Skynyrd played its first concert after founding guitarist Gary Rossington died on March 12, 2023, headlining the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City, Florida. During “Tuesday’s Gone,” the band honored him with images on the stage screen and a dedication from singer Johnny Van Zant.
When and where was the first show?
The concert took place on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City. It was one week after Rossington died at age 71. The Associated Press reported that no cause of death was given in its obituary.
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How did the band honor Rossington?
As the band performed “Tuesday’s Gone,” images of Rossington appeared on the stage screen. Van Zant introduced guitarist Damon Johnson, who had been filling in for Rossington at live shows, and said: “Damon Johnson playing it pretty for Mr. Gary Rossington, up in rock ’n’ roll heaven.” The performance and remark were reported by Blabbermouth and Absolute Radio.
“Tuesday’s Gone” appears on the band’s 1973 debut album, Pronounced ‘Lĕh-‘nérd ‘Skin-‘nérd, as noted by the Associated Press.
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Why did Lynyrd Skynyrd continue performing?
The band’s official history says members, along with the relevant families and estates, supported continuing live performances and keeping the music alive. It frames that choice within a longer history: after the 1977 plane crash, the band went on hiatus for ten years and returned in 1987 with Johnny Van Zant as lead singer.
The band’s official biography says Rossington hoped the music would continue to be performed. It quotes him describing the group’s wish for its songs to endure and remain in front of audiences. The history also quotes Van Zant: “The music they created, and the music we created, together since 1987, was always meant to be experienced LIVE.”
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