Members
Billy Gibbonsguitar, lead vocals, original · 1969current- Elwood Francisbass guitar · 2021current
- Billy Ethridgebass guitar · 1969–1969
- Dan Mitchelldrums (drum set), original · 1969–1969
Dusty Hillbass guitar, keyboard, lead vocals · 1969–2021
Frank Bearddrums (drum set), percussion · 1969–2026- Lanier Greigbass guitar, organ, original · 1969–1969
ZZ Top is known as an American rock band that has made a significant impact on the music scene since their formation in 1969.
Their debut album, "ZZ Top’s First Album," was released in 1971, marking the beginning of their storied career.
The band's 1983 album, "Eliminator," is one of their most famous works, blending rock with electronic elements.
Biography
Formation
ZZ Top is an iconic American rock band formed in Houston, Texas, in 1969. The band's origins trace back to Billy Gibbons' earlier group, Moving Sidewalks, which gained local fame with their single "99th Floor". After the disbandment of Moving Sidewalks due to members being drafted into the Vietnam War, Gibbons, along with drummer Dan Mitchell, recruited bassist-keyboardist Lanier Greig to form the first iteration of ZZ Top. The name "ZZ Top" was inspired by Gibbons' admiration for B.B. King and Z. Z. Hill, leading him to combine their initials into a catchy band name.
Key Releases and Lineup
ZZ Top's lineup remained remarkably stable for over five decades, featuring Billy Gibbons on guitar and lead vocals, Dusty Hill on bass guitar and vocals, and Frank Beard on drums. The band released their debut album, "ZZ Top’s First Album," in 1971, followed by a series of successful records including "Rio Grande Mud," "Tres Hombres," and the critically acclaimed "Eliminator" in 1983, which showcased their unique blend of blues rock and hard rock. The band continued to evolve, incorporating electronic elements into their music during the 1980s, while maintaining their signature sound characterized by Gibbons' bluesy guitar riffs and humorous lyrics.
Legacy
ZZ Top's influence on rock music is profound, earning them a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004. They are celebrated for their energetic live performances and distinctive style, often featuring matching outfits and long beards. The band has received numerous accolades, including multiple MTV Video Music Awards for their innovative music videos in the 1980s. Tragically, Dusty Hill passed away in 2021, but the band continues to perform with Elwood Francis stepping in on bass guitar, ensuring that ZZ Top's legacy endures.
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Discography
La futura2012
- 1.I Gotsta Get Paid4:03
- 2.Chartreuse2:57
- 3.Consumption3:49
- 4.Over You4:30
- 5.Heartache in Blue4:09
- 6.I Don’t Wanna Lose, Lose, You4:22
- 7.Flyin’ High4:18
- 8.It’s Too Easy Mañana4:48
- 9.Big Shiny Nine3:11
- 10.Have a Little Mercy3:19
Rancho Texicano: The Very Best of ZZ Top2004
- 1.Brown Sugar5:23
- 2.Goin’ Down to Mexico3:22
- 3.Just Got Back From Baby’s4:10
- 4.Francene3:34
- 5.Just Got Paid4:29
- 6.Bar‐B‐Q3:27
- 7.La Grange3:54
- 8.Waitin’ for the Bus2:53
- 9.Jesus Just Left Chicago3:30
- 10.Beer Drinkers & Hell Raisers3:24
- 11.Mexican Blackbird3:06
- 12.Tush2:18
- 13.Thunderbird3:07
- 14.Blue Jean Blues4:45
- 15.Heard It on the X2:25
- 16.It’s Only Love4:23
- 17.Arrested for Driving While Blind3:08
- 18.I Thank You3:26
- 19.Cheap Sunglasses4:49
- 20.I’m Bad, I’m Nationwide4:50
- 21.A Fool for Your Stockings4:15
- 22.Tube Snake Boogie3:04
- 23.Pearl Necklace4:06
- 24.Gimme All Your Lovin’4:01
- 25.Sharp Dressed Man4:15
- 26.Legs3:37
- 27.Got Me Under Pressure3:59
- 28.Sleeping Bag4:05
- 29.Stages3:33
- 30.Rough Boy4:52
- 31.Velcro Fly3:30
- 32.Woke Up With Wood3:47
- 33.Doubleback3:57
- 34.My Head’s in Mississippi4:20
- 35.Viva Las Vegas4:46
- 36.Cheap Sunglasses (live)5:15
- 37.Legs (dance mix)7:52
- 38.Velcro Fly (12″ remix)6:38
Chrome, Smoke & BBQ2003
- 1.You Make Me Shake3:03
- 2.Joe Blues7:36
- 3.Crimson Witch3:03
- 4.Miller’s Farm2:36
- 5.Salt Lick2:47
- 6.Brown Sugar5:22
- 7.Goin’ Down to Mexico3:22
- 8.Just Got Back From Baby’s4:10
- 9.Francene3:34
- 10.Just Got Paid4:28
- 11.Ko Ko Blue4:33
- 12.Chevrolet3:21
- 13.Bar‐B‐Q3:28
- 14.Sure Got Cold After the Rain Fell7:21
- 15.Whiskey’n Mama3:22
- 16.La Grange3:54
- 17.Waitin’ for the Bus2:53
- 18.Jesus Just Left Chicago3:30
- 19.Beer Drinkers & Hell Raisers3:25
- 20.Master of Sparks3:30
- 21.Precious and Grace3:12
- 22.Shiek4:07
- 23.Thunderbird (live)3:05
- 24.Jailhouse Rock (live)1:56
- 25.Nasty Dogs and Funky Kings2:45
- 26.Heard It on the X2:26
- 27.Blue Jean Blues4:45
- 28.Mexican Blackbird3:06
- 29.Tush2:19
- 30.It’s Only Love4:23
- 31.Arrested for Driving While Blind3:07
- 32.El diablo4:23
- 33.Enjoy and Get It On3:26
- 34.She’s a Heartbreaker3:03
- 35.Asleep in the Desert3:29
- 36.I Thank You3:26
- 37.Cheap Sunglasses4:49
- 38.I’m Bad, I’m Nationwide4:50
- 39.A Fool for Your Stockings4:15
- 40.Degüello Album Radio Spot1:03
- 41.Manic Mechanic2:39
- 42.She Loves My Automobile2:25
- 43.Leila3:17
- 44.Tube Snake Boogie3:03
- 45.I Wanna Drive You Home4:48
- 46.It’s So Hard5:12
- 47.Pearl Necklace4:07
- 48.Heaven, Hell or Houston2:33
- 49.Gimme All Your Lovin’4:01
- 50.Got Me Under Pressure4:01
- 51.TV Dinners3:51
- 52.Sharp Dressed Man4:15
- 53.Legs3:37
- 54.I Got the Six2:54
- 55.Dirty Dog4:03
- 56.If I Could Only Flag Her Down3:42
- 57.Sleeping Bag4:05
- 58.Stages3:35
- 59.Woke Up With Wood3:48
- 60.Rough Boy4:53
- 61.Can’t Stop Rockin’3:06
- 62.Planet of Women4:06
- 63.Velcro Fly3:31
- 64.Delirious3:41
- 65.Concrete and Steel3:51
- 66.Lovething3:26
- 67.Penthouse Eyes3:50
- 68.My Head’s in Mississippi4:21
- 69.Give It Up3:32
- 70.Doubleback3:58
- 71.2000 Blues4:43
- 72.Reverberation (Doubt)3:03
- 73.Viva Las Vegas4:46
- 74.Gun Love3:42
- 75.Francene (Spanish)2:57
- 76.Cheap Sunglasses (live)5:15
- 77.Legs (dance mix)7:57
- 78.Viva Las Vegas (12″ remix)8:40
- 79.Give It Up (2,800 Mile remix)6:25
- 80.Velcro Fly (12″ remix)6:38
Mescalero2003
- 1.Mescalero3:52
- 2.Two Ways to Play4:18
- 3.Alley‐Gator3:32
- 4.Buck Nekkid3:04
- 5.Goin’ So Good5:37
- 6.Me So Stupid3:36
- 7.Piece4:21
- 8.Punk Ass Boyfriend3:08
- 9.Stackin’ Paper3:00
- 10.What Would You Do3:05
- 11.What It Is Kid4:16
- 12.Que lastima4:26
- 13.Tramp5:15
- 14.Crunchy3:16
- 15.Dusted3:58
- 16.Liquor / As Time Goes By8:10
ZZ Top2000
- 1.Viva Las Vegas4:47
- 2.I’m Bad, I’m Nationwide4:45
- 3.Tush2:16
- 4.Pearl Necklace4:07
- 5.Sharp Dressed Man4:13
- 6.Legs4:32
- 7.Sleeping Bag4:04
- 8.Planet of Women4:05
- 9.Rough Boy4:52
- 10.My Head’s in Mississippi4:19
- 11.Doubleback3:56
- 12.Give it Up3:29
- 13.Gun Love3:39
ZZ Top2000
- 1.Ko Ko Blue4:26
- 2.Tush2:17
- 3.Bar‐B‐Q3:26
- 4.Francine2:57
- 5.Whisky’n Mama3:24
- 6.Just Got Paid3:51
- 7.Apologies to Pearly2:47
- 8.Mushmouth Shoutin’3:47
- 9.Chevrolet3:21
- 10.Sure Got Cold After the Rain Fell6:50
- 11.Down Brownie2:28
XXX1999
- 1.Poke Chop Sandwich4:51
- 2.Crucifixx‐A‐Flatt3:59
- 3.Fearless Boogie4:02
- 4.36‒22‒362:35
- 5.Made Into a Movie5:14
- 6.Beatbox2:48
- 7.Trippin’3:55
- 8.Dreadmonboogaloo2:36
- 9.Live Intro by Ross Mitchell0:35
- 10.Sinpusher (live)5:19
- 11.(Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear (live)5:21
- 12.Hey Mr. Millionaire (live)4:15
- 13.Belt Buckle (live)4:05
Viva Las Vegas1997
- 1.Viva Las Vegas4:47
- 2.I'm Bad, I'm Nationwide4:46
- 3.Cheap Sunglasses4:49
- 4.Gimme All Your Lovin'4:00
- 5.Sharp Dressed Man4:15
- 6.Legs4:32
- 7.Got Me Under Pressure4:00
- 8.Sleeping Bag4:04
- 9.Planet Of Women4:06
- 10.Rough Boy4:52
- 11.My Head's In Mississippi4:21
- 12.Doubleback3:56
- 13.Give It Up3:30
- 14.Gun Love3:41
ZZ Top Gold1997
- 1.Gimme All Your Lovin'3:59
- 2.La Grange3:52
- 3.Doubleback3:56
- 4.Rough Boy4:52
- 5.Got Me Under Pressure4:00
- 6.Sharp Dressed Man4:14
- 7.Pearl Necklace4:05
- 8.Tube Snake Boogie3:04
- 9.Legs4:31
- 10.Give It Up3:29
- 11.Sleeping Bag4:03
- 12.Gun Love3:40
- 13.Planet of Women4:05
- 14.Viva Las Vegas4:48
Rhythmeen1996
- 1.Rhythmeen3:54
- 2.Bang Bang4:29
- 3.Black Fly3:33
- 4.What’s Up With That5:20
- 5.Vincent Price Blues6:04
- 6.Zipper Job4:15
- 7.Hairdresser3:49
- 8.She’s Just Killing Me4:58
- 9.My Mind Is Gone4:06
- 10.Loaded3:48
- 11.Prettyhead4:40
- 12.Hummbucking, Part 25:14
- 13.Isn’t Love Amazing5:15
One Foot in the Blues1994
- 1.Brown Sugar5:21
- 2.Just Got Back From Baby’s4:11
- 3.A Fool for Your Stockings4:16
- 4.I Need You Tonight6:17
- 5.She Loves My Automobile2:23
- 6.Hi Fi Mama2:25
- 7.Hot, Blue and Righteous3:17
- 8.My Head’s in Mississippi4:21
- 9.Lowdown in the Street2:50
- 10.If I Could Only Flag Her Down3:40
- 11.Apologies to Pearly2:45
- 12.Sure Got Cold After the Rain Fell6:48
- 13.Bar‐B‐Q3:22
- 14.Old Man3:32
- 15.Certified Blues3:27
- 16.2000 Blues4:43
- 17.Heaven, Hell or Houston2:33
Antenna1993
- 1.Pincushion4:33
- 2.Breakaway4:57
- 3.World of Swirl4:09
- 4.Fuzzbox Voodoo4:43
- 5.Girl in a T-Shirt4:11
- 6.Antenna Head4:43
- 7.PCH3:57
- 8.Cherry Red4:39
- 9.Cover Your Rig5:49
- 10.Lizard Life5:10
- 11.Deal Goin’ Down4:06
- 12.Everything3:54
Greatest Hits1992
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Recycler1990
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The ZZ Top Sixpack1987
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Afterburner1985
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Eliminator1983
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El loco1981
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Degüello1979
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The Best of ZZ Top1977
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Tejas1976
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Fandango!1975
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Tres hombres1973
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Rio Grande Mud1972
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ZZ Top’s First Album1970
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Label
- Record label
- Warner Bros. Records
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- Columbia Records
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- London Records
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- RCA Records
- Record label
- American Recordings
- Record label
- Warner Music Group
Achievements
- Award
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: Z Z Top, ZZTop
ZZ Top is an American rock band formed in Houston, Texas, in 1969. The band maintained a constant lineup for over five decades—consisting of vocalist-guitarist Billy Gibbons, drummer Frank Beard, and bassist-vocalist Dusty Hill until Hill's departure, and eventual death, in 2021. ZZ Top developed a signature sound based on Gibbons' blues style and Hill and Beard's rhythm section. They are known for their live performances, sly and humorous lyrics, and the matching appearances of Gibbons and Hill, who wore sunglasses, hats, and long beards.
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