Monica hangs out with legends of the music industry on the next Closeups!

Lynyrd Skynyrd helped put southern rock on the map and you might be surprised to learn the big Atlanta connection to their most popular song! With hits like “Sweet Home Alabama” and “Free Bird,” Lynyrd Skynyrd talks to Monica about their success, tragedy, and the special role Atlanta plays in their musical legacy.

Then, Freddy Cole, the baby brother of legendary singer Nat King Cole, lives right here in Atlanta. Now he’s talking to Monica about his unique vocal style that has earned him international acclaim and why he refuses to sing his big brother's hits.

Plus, Grammy winner and gospel legend, Mylon Le Fevre. This Georgia native tells Monica how he got Elvis Presley to record his very first song and how he changed his life after being broke and near death.

Don’t miss these fascinating stories of musicians who have made a major impact on their industry.

WHAT: Monica’s Closeups

WHO: Lynyrd Skynyrd, Freddy Cole and Mylon Le Fevre

WHEN: April 18th, 2008

TIME: 8 p.m.

WHERE: Channel 2, WSB-TV

For additional show information contact Art Rogers (404) 897-7479

Channel 2, WSB-TV is a Cox Television station. About Cox Television: Cox Television includes 15 television stations, 3 national television sales representation firms, a television production company, and a Washington D.C. news office. Cox Television is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises, Inc., based in Atlanta.