Artimus Pyle Band
Tickets
Saturday, June 28 at 3:45 PM
Artimus Pyle’s appearance at Rock, Ribs & Ridges is proudly presented by:
Long considered the “wild man” of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Artimus Pyle’s powerful and distinctive double bass drumming helped define the legendary Skynyrd sound.
More than just a “tribute” to Lynyrd Skynyrd, it’s a huge “thank you” to the man that defined it. A Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame Member, Artimus Pyle has said “If it wasn’t for Ronnie Van Zant, no one would know my name.”
Since his departure from Skynyrd in 1991, Artimus Pyle’s career has led him down an amazing path of solo records and projects culminating into one the finest tributes to southern rock royalty.
And the band recently announced exciting news regarding the APB lineup. Joining stalwarts Jerry Lyda and Scott Raines is Bo Bice, the new lead vocalist and front man. Bo rose to fame as the runner-up on American Idol in 2005, where his incredible talent captured the hearts of millions. Over the span of his 35-year music career, Bo has earned numerous music awards and counts three Gold Albums to his name. was inducted into the Alabama Music Hall of Fame. With three Gold albums to his name.
Barry Lee Harwood joins the APB stage on guitar, vocals, and multiple instruments. During his extensive career, Barry Lee was a songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist with Rossington Collins Band. He was formerly a member of Artimus Pyle Band and APB is happy to welcome him back!
Rounding out the new lineup is Shannon Wickline, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and former keyboardist for The Charlie Daniels Band, The Bellamy Brothers, Marshall Tucker Band, Travis Tritt, James Otto, Kenny Rogers and others. Shannon’s expertise on keyboards, rich vocals and deep background in Southern rock and country music make him an invaluable addition to the band. Come see the new APB lineup that includes Bo Bice (the celebrated southern rock singer and American Idol finalist), Barry Lee Harwood (Rossington Collins Band), Shannon Wickline (Charlie Daniels Band), Jerry Lyda & Scott Raines
APB’s new album, Anthems includes classic Lynyrd Skynyrd songs featuring special guest singers. Included are Sweet Home Alabama, (feat Ronnie Dunn from Brooks & Dunn) & Simple Man (feat Sammy Hagar), Free Bird (feat Dolly Parton) and many more.
When he put together “The Artimus Pyle Band”, Artimus wanted the band to be a proper representation of the true Skynyrd spirit, one that would do justice to those incredible songs that Ronnie Van Zant wrote and sang with such conviction.
The Artimus Pyle Band delivers hit after hit, night after night. So come and enjoy all the hits including “Tuesday’s Gone,” “Sweet Home Alabama,” “Gimme Three Steps,” “Travelin’ Man,” “That Smell,” “Simple Man,” “Free Bird,” “Don’t Ask Me No Questions,” “I Know A Little,” “Whiskey Rock-A-Roller,” and much more! The best of Skynyrd from one of the men who made it.
