Lynyrd Skynyrd

On July 13, 1977, Lynyrd Skynyrd performed live at Convention Hall in Asbury Park, New Jersey, during a transformative period in their career. This performance came shortly after the release of their fifth studio album, "Street Survivors," which was issued just a few days earlier on October 17, 1976. "Street Survivors" featured some of the band's most iconic songs, including "That Smell," which captures themes related to the risks of fame and excess. Tragically, only three days after the album's release, a plane crash would claim the lives of several band members, including lead vocalist Ronnie Van Zant. The live recording is a poignant reminder of the band's raw energy and powerful stage presence just before a major turning point that would alter their trajectory forever. The performance showcases the band's signature Southern rock sound and the compelling storytelling evident in their music.

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