Even so, Smith insists, the song is one of hope. I like school. "Aria, shes 17. When asked how he feels after performing it, Kerch laughed and said, Im a little out of breath.. I felt like we do the song justice, and it represents us as a band and what we're about. So things kind of come in full circle. "It's just about shining and understanding who you are, and accepting you're not perfect but you have to be yourself. Tammy poured out her heart lyrically as its a biographical mirror of her own life the tragedies as well the love she feels each time she thinks of her Dad/rock icon, Ronnie. Not to say that this band didnt have our party times, we did, but we learned., He said, And Ive always loved the outdoors.. "From the first moment I heard it, I thought it would be good to do as a rendition. When I was writing Leave A Whisper, Judy [Van Zant, Ronnies widow] put me up in her guesthouse, and our first show in front of an audience there to see us was at a club Judy and Melody owned. But I was also a troubled kid that got into a lot of trouble. Instead, we will focus on another life, the story of an orphaned girl, the sad tale of the eldest daughter of Van Zant, Tammy. The worlds biggest and best metal magazine, Bill Kelliher says Turnstile are influencing new Mastodon material, Fear Factory's first show with new singer cancelled by extreme weather, The 10 best Motorhead songs (that sound nothing like Ace Of Spades), The 10 best new metal songs you need to hear this week, Listen to Nightwish vocalist Floor Jansen's ethereal new solo single Daydream, Every issue delivered direct to your door. This song is just about being a human being: all the things that we go through in our lives on this planet. Her dedication to preserving his legacy is clear, as she co-owned Freebird Live, a music venue that was dedicated to showcasing Lynyrd Skynyrd memorabilia. Aunt Jane didnt disclose the reason why they had lost Tammy. If he ever had to, he said, I dont know what I would do. Our original guitar player, Jasin Todd, was married to Melody Van Zant [Lynyrd Skynyrd singer Ronnie Van Zants daughter]. The little girl would spend her entire life remembering past traumas while trying to move on. The concept is simple: customers are provided with a variety of tools and materials to create a beautiful and one-of-a-kind piece of art that they can take home and display with pride. A couple of reasons for the connection are obvious. MTV, EMA and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. Guitarist is marrying Ronnie Van Zant's daughter this fall. Could she have some Van Zant talent in her blood? Shinedown appearing Tuesday at The Depot in Salt Lake City also had a hit with an acoustic cover of the Lynyrd Skynyrd song Simple Man, a song that wasnt on the original version of Leave a Whisper.. "Planet Zero" is the latest addition to SHINEDOWN's record-breaking catalog that has earned the band recognition for their timely and relevant messages behind their chart-topping hits that resonate with not only their global audience and the rock community, but the greater public and our culture at large. Read More Mikey Lorna Tyson Get to Know Mike Tysons Eldest DaughterContinue. Smith even stayed in Judy's guest house during the recording of what became Shinedown's Leave a Whisper. Ronnie Van Zant was just more than the band's main songwriter, frontman, and singer. But, he said, eventually, you realize if its a good song, its a good song, regardless of the classification a listener puts on the music or him or herself. Maison Avery William Thomas is the son and firstborn child of Rob Thomas, a highly successful and talented American musician, singer, and songwriter, best known for his work as the lead vocalist of the popular rock band Matchbox Twenty. ROB HALFORD On Singing With BLACK SABBATH In 1992 And 2004: 'That Was Amazing', Watch KISS Announce Final Concert Ever: 'This Is The End', SHINEDOWN Partners With 'American Foundation For Suicide Prevention'. They've always been extremely cool with us and always were super positive about us doing the song. Ronnie was the frontman and songwriter for the most Southern of the Southern rock bands, Lynyrd Skynyrd. The singer wrote and composed, Freebird Child.. Shinedown think of the Southern rock legends as more like family. She is a Co-Owner at Board & Brush Ponte Vedra Beach, Fl. Situated at 100 N. 1st St., just one block west of the Atlantic Ocean, the venue was a beacon of musical culture and southern rock heritage. ", Shinedown played the song for the first time early this year at Judy Van Zant's Freebird Cafe as a nod to the owner for all the help they'd received. Whatever means the world to you, are you willing to die for it? Your email address will not be published. "By no means does it glorify suicide," he explained. Her mother, Judy Van Zant Jenness, has also played a significant role in her life. It really helped the band and brought us to another audience., Shinedown certainly doesnt need to apologize for its success which has continued unabated with the bands second CD, Us and Them.. So without further ado, lets get started! The website dedicated to her projects expressed that Van Zants family friend and producer Robert White Johnson had stated that Tammy had a natural talent for writing. The rest is told in his gripping visuals, The Exhibit: Finding the Next Great Artist. Heres how it works. Melody Van Zant is the daughter of the late Ronnie Van Zant, who was a legendary American singer and the lead vocalist, primary lyricist, and founding member of the iconic southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. Id be very depressed, to be honest. The Skynyrd cover, it wasnt a planned thing, Smith said. Kerch doesnt have a favorite band, but cites groups including Led Zeppelin, The Police and Deftones as groups he enjoys. Tammy has been a very special friend . After that, we recorded the song in the studio in three takes.. He and vocalist Brent Smith are original members of Shinedown, but he said guitarist Zach Myers and bassistand producer Eric Bass have been in the band longer than the other two original members were, so it feels more like the original lineup., Kerch knew he wanted to be a drummer by the time he got his first snare drum at age 7, when he stereotypically was beating on pots and pans. , age 50, comes for his yearly health assessment, which is provided by his. Enjoyed reading the above post on Melody Van Zant? The bands April 14 concert at Speaking Rock will give them a chance to see the outdoors around El Paso again. If you can get out of that mold, if you can break out of that mold of Im a metal head, you can learn to appreciate other songs and the diversity of musical genres. Before meeting and marrying Judy Seymour, Ronnie Van Zant was married to Nadine Inscoe, with whom he had a daughter, Tammy Van Zant, before the couple divorced in 1969. Music history is filled with tragedies, and numerous infamous incidents have occurred on the rock scene. After all, even though many admired Ronnies talents, he was not a part of their everyday life. For me as a drummer and a member of the band, its my job to perform the song and do whats right for the song., He said rhythm drives the song. She was a natural musician, just like her father and uncle, Johnny Van Zant, who kept the Lynyrd Skynyrd heritage alive. Despite its popularity, Freebird Live ultimately closed its doors permanently following a final performance by Galactic on January 20, 2016. Dec 18 2006, 12:45 PM. Many music lovers have considered Lynyrd Skynyrd a guiding light through tough times, a friend with open arms when there's no place else to turn for comfort. I put myself in that position: If I were a junkie, what would the song be that I would write to ask for help?, I have been asked more times than I can count, If you only had one song that could encompass what Shinedown is, what would it be? It would be The Sound Of Madness. Now lets get in there one last time and give them what they came for! At 41, Im stronger than I was at 31. ", They also recorded acoustic versions of "45" and "Burning Bright," which may be released along with "Simple Man" later this year. , Melody Van Zant is currently in a relationship with a man called Chris Kronz who according to his. Shinedown - Fly From The Inside (Leave A Whisper, 2003) . I have laughed, I have cried, I have used some really horrible language and have smiled at memories that have been made. If hes having a bad day or is upset about something, he said he keeps it to himself. Shinedowns musical exploration can be heard on Evolve, with the drums taking a lead role, seeming to replace the lead guitar in driving the songs tempo when paired with Smiths vocals. Once you're logged in, you will be able to comment. Six people died. These are Melodys kids, and then I have another granddaughter who lives in New Orleans. Get To Know James Padraig Farrell, Colin Farrells Eldest Son, Mikey Lorna Tyson Get to Know Mike Tysons Eldest Daughter, Meet Sulayman Chappelle; Dave Chappelles Eldest Son, Get To Know Maison Avery William Thomas, Rob Thomas Son, Get To Know Kannon Valentine James, Kevin James Son, Meet Olivia Namath, Joe Namaths Youngest Daughter. It was the very first thing that people heard from Shinedown. Melody Van Zant and her mother, Judy Van Zant Jenness, were the proud co-owners of Freebird Live, a music venue located in the heart of Jacksonville Beach, Florida. The band rallied around me, like, You gotta get your shit together, man, and Cut The Cord was the first song I wrote.. Were lucky enough to be rock stars, but I think the people that do the champagne and the partying, they tend to fade away. From a young age, Tammy Van Zant had to fight to survive. It was announced on July 11, 2010, via Facebook that Tammy Michelle Van Zant had passed away at the age of 54. The effort has paid off, as Us and Them has kicked out a string of rock radio hits. I got clean for the first time during [Shinedowns 2012 album] Amaryllis. After her troubling childhood with a tragically lost father and unattentive mother figures, Van Zant decided to follow her fathers path. Bath Just like in the Van Halen family, it seemed like the Van Zant family also had a grasp for musical talent. "Aunt Jane" is the name by which Jane Van Zant was affectionately known by the band, Backstage . For Tammy, this project isnt about wanting to be famous, but more so for a chance to share her heart and feelings that for so many reasons were never shared until now. Since Shinedown came on the national scene in 2003 with the CD Leave a Whisper the bands name and Lynyrd Skynyrd have often been prominently paired together. I went through a moment in time when I was starting to get carpal tunnel. He said he took lessons with a drummer who performs clinics for other drummers that helps them with technique. Shinedown figures to continue enjoying momentum as the group tours this fall with Godsmack. Ronnie Van Zant's widow, Judy Van Zant Jenness, attended the St. Augustine concert with her daughter, Melody, and two grandchildren. 1 on six other Billboard charts, including Top Album Sales, Rock, Hard Rock and Alternative Albums. On June 29 2000, his grave was vandalized, this prompted his family to move his remains to an unknown location. Photo: thetv.info. We dont apologize for it. 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