Skynyrd to Sign Hell House Whiskey in Northfield
Mark calendar for May 30 at Bootleggers Liquor grab bottles autographed by rock titans now
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Lynyrd Skynyrd, the iconic Southern rock band behind “Sweet Home Alabama” and “Free Bird,” is trading guitar picks for whiskey stoppers this spring in Northfield, New Jersey. The group announced on Instagram that they’ll be at Bootleggers Liquor on May 30 from 11 AM to 1 PM to autograph bottles of their Hell House Whiskey, giving fans a rare chance to snag a signed spirit and chat with band members.
Band’s Whiskey Venture
Hell House Whiskey is the latest addition to Skynyrd’s merch lineup, blending the band’s gritty roots with a handcrafted bourbon recipe. Fans who purchase a bottle at the 200 Tilton Road shop will meet the four surviving members—vocalist Johnny Van Zant, guitarists Rickey Medlocke and Mark “Sparky” Matejka, and drummer Michael Cartellone—each ready to personalize bottles with their autograph. While Lynyrd Skynyrd rose to fame in the early 1970s on Decca Records, they’ve continued to innovate merch offerings decades later, this one pairing rock ’n’ roll with distilling.
What To Expect At Bootleggers
Arrive early to secure your spot—Bootleggers Liquor opens at 10 AM and the signing kicks off at 11 AM. Fans can pick up special event-only labels, limited-edition merchandise and Hell House Whiskey tasting samples. According to the Instagram caption, the signing runs until 1 PM, but expect lines: Northfield appearances have drawn hundreds eager for a personal moment with the band.
A Legacy Of Resilience
Formed in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1964 by Ronnie Van Zant, Lynyrd Skynyrd became a cornerstone of Southern rock with albums like (Pronounced ‘Lĕh-‘nérd ‘Skin-‘nérd) and Second Helping. The group endured a tragic 1977 plane crash that claimed three members’ lives, but reformed in 1987 under Johnny Van Zant’s lead. Today’s lineup honors that legacy, paying tribute to fallen brothers while keeping classics and deeper cuts alive on stages worldwide. A recent Instagram post celebrated a moment when Shinedown brought out Johnny Van Zant and Rickey Medlocke at Welcome to Rockville for “Simple Man,” underscoring Skynyrd’s cross-generational impact.
On The Road With Skynyrd
Beyond liquor aisles, Skynyrd remains busy on stage. A recent Instagram update noted that all dates for their Canadian and European tours are on sale at lynyrdskynyrd.com/#tour, promising festival stops and amphitheater dates. U.S. fans can catch them at PNE Playland in Vancouver (pre-sale via code SKYNYRD25), back-to-back gigs in Chicago and Knoxville, and at the Ferrara Summer Festival in Italy on June 29. Parallel to touring, the band released a live version of “Sweet Home Alabama” recorded at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, reminding fans of their enduring performance chops.
Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Northfield appearance marries memory and novelty: a boot-stomping bottle signing that honors their past while toasting to many more years ahead.
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