life back together, Hlubek also worked with other bands including the Dixie Allstars, renamed Southern Rock Allstars which he co-founded with Blackfoot drummer Jakson Spires. In 2003, he joined forces with former Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Mike Estes the band Skinny Molly. In January 2005, Hlubek rejoined Molly Hatchet. Due to health issues, David Hlubek had slowed down with touring and flying. David Hlubek spent this down time working on his musical history with a ghost writer. The book was scheduled to be released in mid November 2018 drawn from over 28 recordings of Dave Hlubek. He was still an active member recording and playing when he was able, until his death on September 2, 2017. Dave Hlubek has seven gold- and platinum-selling albums with sales totaling approximately $24 million. References External links 1951 births 2017 deaths Musicians from Jacksonville, Florida American Southern Rock musicians American rock guitarists American male guitarists Lead guitarists Songwriters from Florida Molly Hatchet members Guitarists from Florida 20th-century American guitarists 20th-century American male musicians American male songwriters