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Lynyrd Skynyrd Cancels NY Concert, Says Gary Rossington Experienced Chest Pains

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Photo by Angelo Merendino/Getty ImagesLynyrd Skynyrd has cancelled tonight’s performance scheduled for Lewiston, New York, due to a health issue involving founding guitarist Gary Rossington.

A statement on the band’s website says Rossington is seeking a doctor’s evaluation in Atlanta after “experiencing some chest pains.

“Lynyrd Skynyrd will resume their tour once Gary is cleared by medical professionals,” the statement continues.

The band said it hopes to reschedule the show in the near future.

Rossington has had a history of heart issues. He suffered a heart attack last October.

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