After Lynyrd Skynyrd's highly successful reunion tour of 1987-88 wrapped up, the band (which now included vocalist Johnny Van Zant in place of his brother Ronnie, and Ed King in place of Allen Collins) decided to resurrect Skynyrd as a full-time proposition. Signing with Atlantic Records and re-enlisting their longtime producer, Tom Dowd, the band issued 1991, their first new studio album since 1977's STREET SURVIVORS.
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The 1987 reunion tour proved to be quite successful, so the reunited Lynyrd Skynyrd decided to record a full-fledged new record. Though it's hard not to miss the songwriting of Ronnie Van Zant, this is still a strong band, capable of turning out convincing rockers and ballads. There may not be many songs that distinguish themselves beyond something generic, but the group is passionate and tight, making this reunion seem necessary, not a cash-in. This still isn't an essential release, even for the devoted, but it is enjoyable. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine
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