![]() But he and Skynyrd prove that what makes a great band great is how they treat generic material, and Skynyrd makes the whole of Nuthin' Fancy feel every bit as convincing as their first two records." - Stephen Thomas Erlewine, allmusic. The band spent five years touring small venues under various names and with several lineup changes before deciding on 'Lynyrd Skynyrd' in 1969. The second notable difference is that Ronnie Van Zant may have been pressed for material, since there are several songs here that are just good generic rockers. The group originally formed as My Backyard in 1964 and comprised Ronnie Van Zant (lead vocalist), Gary Rossington (guitar), Allen Collins (guitar), Larry Junstrom (bass guitar) and Bob Burns (drums). Originally released in 1975, Lynyrd Skynyrds third studio album was their first to reach the Top 10. The biggest difference with this record is that the band, through touring, has become heavier and harder, fitting right in with the heavy album rock bands of the mid-'70s. Lynyrd Skynyrd - Nuthin Fancy (2LP, 45RPM, 200g). ![]() ![]() It was a self-deprecating title for a record that may have offered more of the same, at least on the surface, but was still nearly peerless as a Southern rock record. Lynyrd Skynyrd - Nuthin Fancy (1975) Year: Ma(CD ) Label: MCA Records (U.S.), MCAD-12024 Style: Southern Rock, Blues Rock, Boogie Rock Country: Jacksonville, Florida, U.S. "Second Helping brought Lynyrd Skynyrd mass success and for the follow-up they offered Nuthin' Fancy. Released in March 1975, it was certified Gold just three months later in June of 1975. Lynyrd Skynyrd Nuthin' Fancy Genre: Rock, Blues Style: Blues Rock, Hard Rock Year: 1975Label: MCA RecordsTracklist Show Credits 1 Saturday Night Special. Originally released in 1975, Lynyrd Skynyrd's third studio album was their first to reach the Top 10, peaking at #9 on the US albums chart. Mastered by Kevin Gray at Cohearant Audio!
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