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Southern Rock / Folk Rock / Country

FREEBIRD CHILD - Tammy Van Zant



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Last Login:  11/12/2009
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Member Since9/2/2008
Band Websitefreebirdchild.com
Band MembersFor Freebird Child - Tammy Van Zant (Musicians on CD - Dave Cleveland, guitars; Steve Brewster, drums/percussion; Jason Webb, keyboards; Mark Hill, bass; Jimmy Nichols, strings)

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InfluencesMy Dad, uncles Donnie and Johnny, Lynyrd Skynyrd, my Grandparents and life lessons

Other musical and personal (very wide range!) of influences: JoDee Mesina, Gretchen Wilson, Reba, Michelle Wright, Anita Cochran, .38 Special, Ted Nugent, Kid Rock, Hank Jr, Johnny Cash, Clearwater Revival, ZZTop, Tom Petty, Allen Jackson, Faith Hill, Cher, Credance Clearwater Revival, Madonna, Joan Jett, Pat Benatar, Kiss , Linda Ronstadt, Donna Summers, Tammy Wynette, Madonna, Rita Coolidge , Elton John, Rod Stewart, Bob Segar, Jim Croce, Buddy Holly, Willy & Waylon and Shooter Jennings, Ray Stevens, Conway Twitty, Lynn Anderson, Pointer Sisters, BeeGees, Andy Gibb, Commadors, Billy Preston, Brewer and Shipley, Clint Holmes, Dan Hill, Billy Swan, Rick James, Mungo Jerry, Starland Vocal Band, Terry Jacks, Ocean, Van McCoy, just to name a few. . .

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Tammy with father, Ronnie Van Zant

Tammy with dad, Ronnie Van Zant


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Sounds LikeMy own sound - a little bit rock and roll with a bit of country, even a little folk, mixed in!

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FREEBIRD CHILD/TAMMY MICHELLE VANZANT - By the age of 10 years old, Tammy Van Zant had already felt and witnessed firsthand the joys and the tragedies of life. The eldest daughter of rock icon, Ronnie Van Zant (lead singer of Lynyrd Skynyrd), Tammy felt her strength fall from the sky on a dreary and dark October evening in 1977. In an instant, hope seemed to disappear as the call came and news flashed everywhere of her famous father and several others who were killed in a plane crash in a swampy area of rural Mississippi. Years would pass as Tammy continued to try and find herself. With her father now gone and her mother mostly absent from her life, this little red headed girl would grow up to live life in the fast lane and rarely look back. Little did she know at the time that she was continuing to run from the past…from all the pain and the hurt that seemed to follow her everywhere… In the end, only one thing saved her… Her faith in God! She was also comforted knowing her grand parents (Marion and Lacy) loved her no matter what! Through all the craziness, the bad choices and heartaches, Tammy’s wiser and most importantly hopeful and grateful these days! After several marriages plus more ups and downs than one could ever imagine, she has a family of her own now. Tammy’s finally come to a place where she wanted to share her voice… her heart through music, as her father once did. Never before has she sung on a record or attempted a project such as this, but in typical Van Zant fashion, as soon as she set her mind to do it, nothing was going to stop her! Producer and co-writer Robert White Johnson commented throughout the process that even though Tammy was new to song writing, it came very natural to her simply because she writes the truth! (Something that her father was so famously noted for.) Tammy welcomes you to spend some time to get to know her and her”Freebird Child” project. Spend some time to listen to some music, view the stirring and emotional YouTube video of “Freebird Child” or check out some rarely or never before seen photos or even leave her a message! Tammy came to Van Zant family friend, producer, co-writer Robert White Johnson a couple of years back with a simple but incredible song idea… “Freebird Child”. He immediately knew the emotional impact and potential the song could create, having co-written and produced “Brickyard Road” for Tammy’s uncle, Johnny Van Zant. The melody came immediately to Johnson and along with fellow songwriter Mark Oliverius, the song was born. Many are considering it a modern day rock classic! Tammy poured out her heart lyrically as it’s a biographical mirror of her own life… the tragedies as well the love she feels when she thinks of her Dad/rock icon, Ronnie. Ultimately, the song speaks of eternal hope to everyone… “Live to dream my Freebird Child! Once “Freebird Child” was finished & produced, Tammy felt even more inspired and desired to write and share her feelings for her dear sweet Grandmother, Marion (Sister) Van Zant, who had passed on a few years earlier. Tammy nicknamed her affectionately, “Dixie Rose”. Her grandmother would be the woman who would raise her, love and encourage her to be strong and who would also share all the wonderful and colorful intimate stories of her famous son, Tammy’s father Ronnie. Then, it was time for one more song, “Surviving On A Wing and A Prayer”. Again, this was Tammy’s story because she has lived its full meaning! With her dear friend Janette, they and producer Robert wrote one more song that would round out the project and that would echo her real life’s trials, tribulations and ultimate faith! For Tammy, this project isn’t about wanting to be famous, but more for a chance to share her heart and feelings that for so long and for so many reasons were never fully revealed. She also hopes to help encourage others to never give up, no matter what they’re facing in life because there is someone who will love you always!! She has one heck of a story to tell to say the least, and she is also in the process of writing a book appropriately titled ”Freebird Child”. Stay tuned…… Tammy thanks you all for visiting, for helping keep the music alive all these years! May you live to dream!






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Thanks to everyone who entered the Birthday contest! Thanks for all of your wonderful, kind comments and notes, too. It made my birthday very special this year. Kudos to the all of the winners in the contest - R. Woods, T. Milosevich , S. Joffrion, R. Barbour, R. Hayes, S. Mintler, D. Hawk, H. Lamoreux, Max (from Italy), B. Guffey and finally, Colleen Allen! Looking forward to talking to you, Colleen!

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Nov 13 2009 2:52 AM

It was very special at the Skynyrd concert the other night with Johnny.  Thanks for all of your family's friendship and support!!

Barry & Joanne


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Nov 13 2009 2:52 AM

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Curt Towne

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Nov 3 2009 3:15 AM

We should be working together again. Soon!
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Oct 28 2009 12:39 AM

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Oct 28 2009 12:39 AM

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Oct 28 2009 12:39 AM

Have a great weekend.
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Oct 24 2009 3:10 AM


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Tammy, I just wanted you to know I am here for you. I can tell by the pictures that your dad loved you very much. R.I.P. To those we lost on this day in 1977. Their memory lives on in our hearts!
Joe Z bassman

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Oct 24 2009 3:07 AM

Remembering all the Free Birds especially today and sending a prayer up to them and to you Tammy and all the VZ and LS family today !
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Oct 16 2009 5:51 PM

Have a great weekend.
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Oct 14 2009 3:27 AM

And thank you for the invite down to Nashville.  It was very special to us --the time we had with you the both of you.  Thanks so much for you special friendship!!

God Bless,

Barry & Joanne


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Oct 14 2009 3:19 AM

Happy Columbus Day Free Bird!   Always remembering !
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Oct 10 2009 12:10 AM

thanks 4 noticing my birthday. as a matter of fact it was the nicest one i've had in about 20 years!!!!!!!!!!!!! see ya theresa
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Oct 10 2009 12:09 AM


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Sep 28 2009 2:44 AM

Hello Tammy,

Its good to see that Daddy's little girl has picked up the banner,


 



A pleasure to be your friend here on myspace!

Blessings,
Robert
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Sep 28 2009 2:43 AM

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Sep 28 2009 2:43 AM

Thanks For The Add MySpace Comment
Thanks for adding me. I really love your songs. Take care friend.
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Sep 27 2009 1:54 PM

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Sep 27 2009 1:54 PM

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Sep 24 2009 2:17 AM

If You Are Interested In Being a Part Of The 4 Day Music And Art Fair Please Let Me Know By Comments Or Email. Read My Page From The Top To The Bottom, My Blogs As Well Join My Blogs For Up Dates As well. Does Not Madder Were In Our World You Live If You are A Part Of The Show We Will Get you There. Take A Look At This Video It Will Help You Understand What it Takes To Put On A Fair Like This. Thank You
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Sep 24 2009 2:17 AM

hey tammy just stopping by to say hey & hope your having a great week! your friend ,dana
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