Lynyrd Skynyrd Sign To Roadrunner
The Southern rock lords sign to Roadrunner ahead of their upcoming UK tour. Get your Lynyrd Skynyrd tickets!
After we told you that the Lynyrd Skynyrd tour will go ahead, following the death of keyboardist Billy Powell, the latest news from the Skynyrd camp is that the band have inked a deal with Roadrunner Records/Loud & Proud to put out their first new material since 2003’s Viscious Cycle. Read the Classic Rock tribute to keyboardist Billy Powell.
Singer Johnny Van Zant comments, “Skynyrd has been with a lot of labels over the years and we are excited to be reunited with one of the best, Tom Lipsky and his new label Loud & Proud. We’re busy putting the finishing touches on our next record being produced by Bob Marlette and can’t wait for the fans to hear it.” He goes on to say, “Our brother Billy Powell recorded 6 tracks before his sudden passing and we are confident he’d be very happy with the end result. We’re all really proud of this record and who better to put it out than Loud & Proud!”
While Roadrunner President Jonas Nachsin adds, “We at Roadrunner are thrilled to be associated with Lynyrd Skynyrd as they move forward in a beyond storied career. This partnership between two powerhouse rock brands has just ignited.”
