Album Info
| Artist: | Lynyrd Skynyrd |
| Album: | Nuthin' Fancy |
| Released: | Europe, 2015 |
Tracklist:
| A1 | Saturday Night Special | |
| Written-By - King, Van Zant | ||
| A2 | Cheatin' Woman | |
| Written-By - Kooper, Rossington, Van Zant | ||
| A3 | Railroad Song | |
| Written-By - King, Van Zant | ||
| A4 | I'm A Country Boy | |
| Written-By - Collins, Van Zant | ||
| B1 | On The Hunt | |
| Written-By - Collins, Van Zant | ||
| B2 | Am I Losin' | |
| Written-By - Rossington, Van Zant | ||
| B3 | Made In The Shade | |
| Written-By - Van Zant | ||
| B4 | Wiskey Rock-A-Roller | |
| Written By - Van Zant | ||
| Written-By - Powell, King |
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Description
Lynyrd Skynyrd's third studio album, Nuthin' Fancy, released in March 1975, is a testament to the band's ability to deliver their signature Southern rock sound while exploring new musical territories. Following the success of their previous albums, Pronounced 'Lĕh-'nérd 'Skin-'nérd and Second Helping, this record showcases a band at the height of their creative powers, yet also hints at the internal tensions that would later affect their trajectory.
The album opens with "Saturday Night Special", a hard-hitting track that critiques gun culture with a riff that is as memorable as it is powerful. This song sets the tone for the album, blending social commentary with the raw energy that Lynyrd Skynyrd is known for. The production, handled by Al Kooper, captures the band's live energy while maintaining a polished studio sound, a balance that is not always easy to achieve.
Tracks like "Railroad Song" and "On the Hunt" highlight the band's ability to craft songs that are both musically intricate and lyrically engaging. The interplay between the three guitarists—Gary Rossington, Allen Collins, and Ed King—is a standout feature of the album, creating a rich tapestry of sound that is both dynamic and cohesive. Ronnie Van Zant's vocals, as always, are delivered with a mix of grit and soul that perfectly complements the band's instrumentation.
While Nuthin' Fancy may not have the immediate hits of its predecessors, it is an album that rewards repeated listens. Songs like "Am I Losin'" and "Made in the Shade" reveal a more introspective side of the band, showcasing their versatility and depth. The album's closer, "Whiskey Rock-a-Roller", is a fitting end to the record, encapsulating the band's rebellious spirit and love for the road.
Critically, Nuthin' Fancy received a mixed reception upon its release, with some critics noting that it lacked the cohesion of the band's earlier work. However, it has since been re-evaluated and is now considered an essential part of Lynyrd Skynyrd's discography. The album reached number 9 on the Billboard 200, demonstrating the band's continued commercial success.
Nuthin' Fancy also marked a turning point for the band, as it was the last album to feature Ed King, who left during the subsequent tour. This departure signaled the beginning of a period of change for Lynyrd Skynyrd, but it also underscored the resilience and adaptability of the group.
In retrospect, Nuthin' Fancy is a snapshot of a band navigating the pressures of fame and the challenges of maintaining their artistic vision. It may not be as celebrated as some of their other albums, but it remains a vital piece of the Lynyrd Skynyrd story, offering a glimpse into the complexities and contradictions that make their music so enduring.
