Lynyrd Skynyrd: One More for the Fans (2-CD+DVD)

by Lynyrd Skynyrd / Various Artists

The ONE MORE FOR THE FANS CD+DVD set captures a tribute concert that took place on November 12, 2014, at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta, Georgia. It features an array of Southern rock stars, country acts, bluesmen, Cheap Trick, and John Hiatt. The concert concluded with Skynyrd's performance of "Free Bird" and "Sweet Home Alabama," with Johnny Van Zant duetting with footage of Ronnie on the big screen. However, the rest of the album is a celebration of Skynyrd's legacy performed by various artists who either play it straight or add their own unique twists to the classic songs. Highlights include Jamey Johnson's rendition of "Four Walls of Raiford," Randy Houser's energetic take on "Whiskey Rock-A-Roller," Blackberry Smoke's powerful performance of "Workin' for MCA," and Jason Isbell's swinging version of "I Know a Little." Although not a timeless classic, One More for the Fans offers something enjoyable for anyone who has appreciated Skynyrd's music over the years.