Lynyrd Skynyrd Members Appear on Brother Cane's Tribute to Gary Rossington

The song 'Prince Charming' honors the late Skynyrd guitarist on the band's new album Magnolia Medicine.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 10:15pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a worn, textured electric guitar neck in dramatic high-contrast studio lighting, capturing the rugged, timeless essence of Southern rock music.A weathered guitar neck pays tribute to the enduring musical legacy of Lynyrd Skynyrd's Gary Rossington.Indio Today

Rickey Medlocke and Johnny Van Zant of the iconic Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd have lent their talents to a new tribute song for the group's late guitarist Gary Rossington. The track, titled 'Prince Charming,' appears on the latest album from Brother Cane and reflects on Rossington's enduring legacy and impact on both music and life.

Why it matters

Rossington was a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd and the last surviving original member of the band before his passing in 2023. His guitar work and songwriting were central to the group's signature sound, making him a revered figure in Southern rock history. This tribute song from fellow musicians helps cement Rossington's lasting influence.

The details

The song 'Prince Charming' was written and recorded by the Southern rock band Brother Cane, with Lynyrd Skynyrd's Johnny Van Zant and Rickey Medlocke contributing vocals and instrumentation. According to Brother Cane's Damon Johnson, the song arrived to him 'fully formed and literally perfect' the day after Rossington's funeral in March 2023.

  • Rossington passed away on March 5, 2023 at the age of 71.
  • The song 'Prince Charming' appears on Brother Cane's new album Magnolia Medicine, which was released in 2026.

The players

Lynyrd Skynyrd

An iconic Southern rock band formed in Jacksonville, Florida in the late 1960s, known for hit songs like 'Sweet Home Alabama' and 'Free Bird'.

Johnny Van Zant

The lead vocalist of Lynyrd Skynyrd since 1987, following the death of the band's original singer Ronnie Van Zant.

Rickey Medlocke

A longtime member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, playing guitar and percussion, and also the frontman of the Southern rock band Blackfoot.

Gary Rossington

The last surviving original member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Rossington was the band's lead guitarist and a key songwriter until his death in 2023 at age 71.

Brother Cane

A Southern rock band formed in the 1990s, known for hits like 'Got No Shame' and 'Hung on to You'.

Damon Johnson

The lead singer and guitarist of the band Brother Cane, who wrote the tribute song 'Prince Charming' for Gary Rossington.

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What they’re saying

“Gary Rossington was a hero for me that later became a friend and a mentor. Something magical happened the day after his funeral in March of 2023 when this song arrived to me fully formed and literally perfect.”

— Damon Johnson, Founder and lead singer of Brother Cane

What’s next

The new Brother Cane album Magnolia Medicine featuring the Gary Rossington tribute song 'Prince Charming' is scheduled for release later this year.

The takeaway

This tribute song highlights the enduring impact and influence of Gary Rossington, the late guitarist and founding member of the legendary Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. Even after his passing, Rossington's musical legacy continues to inspire fellow artists in the genre.