
Vinyl LP album 'Street Survivors' by Lynyrd Skynyrd, original banned flame cover
Selling Price
$400
History
Released on October 17, 1977, 'Street Survivors' was Lynyrd Skynyrd's fifth studio album. This original cover featuring the band surrounded by flames became infamous when, just three days after release, a plane crash killed three band members including lead singer Ronnie Van Zant. The cover was immediately withdrawn and replaced with a non-flame version, making the original pressing extremely rare and historically significant. This album is highly sought after by rock music collectors, Lynyrd Skynyrd fans, and vinyl enthusiasts who value music memorabilia with tragic historical context. The banned flame cover represents a poignant moment in rock history and has become one of the most collectible album covers in rock music. Collectors prize this item for its rarity, cultural significance, and connection to one of Southern rock's most legendary bands.
Origin
United States
Maker
MCA Records
Time period
1977