Steve Gaines (musician)

Steve Gaines was a talented American rock and roll musician, best known as the guitarist and songwriter for the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. Born in 1949, his musicianship contributed significantly to the band's evolving sound in the late 1970s. Gaines was recognized for his energetic guitar playing and songwriting skills, helping to shape hits like "That Smell" and "I Know a Little." Tragically, he died in a 1977 plane crash along with other band members, cutting short a promising career. His legacy endures among fans of Southern rock and classic American rock music.