Steve Gaines

Steven Earl "Steve" Gaines (September 14, 1949 – October 20, 1977) was an American musician.He is best known as a guitarist, vocalist and songwriter of Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd from May 11, 1976, until his death on October 20, 1977, and was the younger brother of Cassie Gaines, who was a backup vocalist for the band's live performances.