A beacon of light in an otherwise bleak musical landscape. Dusty, we all miss you and are grateful for your Texas Brother's wisdom to keep going as the best way for fans to remember you. Trust In The Beard.
@fatarsemonkey.. I'm 57 years old and I still have shirts from the '80s from all the concerts I went to and yes I still wear them I don't know what you getting at got some people have to wear shirts I mean the '80s to me and the '70s a little bit of the '90s that's when music was music You didn't have lip syncing you didn't have voice over when you heard them sing That was their voice anyway so explain yourself about the shirts again it really don't make no sense saying how dead modern music is because you seen someone with a shirt on That was a band in 1980s if he was 18 years old then apparently he just likes the music because he never seen them play, So seeing a shirt with someone from the band in the '80s somehow another makes your brittle brain make you realize how dead the modern music era is Yeah I think you skipped your medication getting triggered over a t-shirt😂😂
I saw them right after he took over and I was blown away by how good his live performance was. He filled the spot right in like no one else could have for sure.
@@davidanalyst671 Dusty picked Elwood as his replacement, cant replace a rock legend. But he's doing a great job, Yes it will sound different, but Im happy to see them go on. Senty's comment means that they always did look older and you cant see their features so they havent changed appearance wise.
Imagine being the guitar tech for Dusty and Billy for 30 years and then all of a sudden you’re part of the band playing live on stage. It’s a dream come true.
So you're telling me this guy became Dusty's bass roadie, learned all the songs, started growing his beard out, and then Dusty suddenly and mysteriously died? I mean...c'mon. You don't think he put something in Dusty's cereal?
@HOLYHOUSE 30 years ago he started as Dustys Tech and when you are a paid crew member traveling with the band your called a Tech. Roadies are stagehands that the band hires for each tour.
For those of you that don't know Elwood, he's got one hell of a resume. Joe Perry, Steve Vai, Puddle of Mud, Izzy Stradlin and Gilby Clarke [Guns ‘N’ Roses], Rich Robinson of The Black Crowes. He's been in the music industry for over three decades.
I think Dusty would approve. What a score,,,,,Elwood brought Billy and Frank back to the surface, and beyond. They have a fresh new feel with Elwood. RIP ,,,,,,Dusty
@@martymartin2894 Didn’t say Elwood was better, but as a musician trying to step into Dusty’s shoes. They couldn’t have found anyone more qualified. Obviously Dusty was an Iconic Rock Star that was part of an historic band and was a partner in writing their songs.
It is that dirty filthy tone he has on the guitar that is the special touch. A lot of ZZ Top is just blues. The tone set up on the guitar is just so dirty. Not a lot of people play them that way.
ZZ Top - probably the only band with any guts to keep going despite losing a key member. Respect ✊ and the great thing is, Dusty actually wanted the band to keep going. All the other bands no longer around simply just break up - Zeppelin, Sabbath, Queen (Brian can sing, Roger can sing. Jason should have filled in for his Dad years ago and Black Sabbath could have kept going with another vocalist like Glenn Hughes or just bring back Tony Martin. Every band should keep going. No matter what.
I disagree. Depends on the band and the circumstance. Particularly Zeppelin, I think had about the most unique different musicians that only that combination could have made the music they did. Robert didn't have any real desire to just keep trying to go out and play the hits. We got two albums with him and Page and the O2 concert which I thought sounded great but some of the songs were tuned down. And I think he also knew if they did that it wouldn't be as good as what they'd done and people would have to pay a fortune to see them. No matter how good of singers Brian and Roger are, they aren't Freddie. Look at Foreigner now, though they're all great musicians, are basically just a tribute act.
Hard to believe that I’m on Route 66 now. Saw ZZ Top in Calgary 1975 with a band named Heart ? ❤️ It was amazing. Prime time. Loved the show. Loved the sounds. We were all blown away. Just got paid, Jesus left Chicago, Brown Sugar etc.
They call RAP music too. But I don't agree. I'm sorry, but when you lose a member of such a small band that's responsible for vocals? It's simply sub-par unless you can replace them to the 'T'. Journey managed to do it, but others have failed. (Foghat comes to mind, even though Charlie Huhn is an old friend of mine).
I bought this 8 tract tape (Rio Grande Mud) off a guy who sold albums out of his car's trunk on State St. in Salt Lake City in 1971. No one in the city had ever heard this type of music before. I blasted it on my car's Muntz Stereo for all to enjoy. Yep, I was COOL and HIP, lol.
Got to see them around 2010, and was as expected a great show. Although Dusty isn't with us anymore, I think Elwood has done a fine job of taking over the bottom end while showing respect to Dusty at the same time.
I was in LA when this song has just come out and KMET used it when they announced their station in periodically throughout the day. You would hear that opening iconic groove and then KMET, Los Angeles and then the song would play sometimes, and sometimes not. I’m from St. Louis when KSHE was spectacular.
Saw ZZ Top once,around 1980 at the astrodome-Houston.3 bands,Fabulous Thunderbirds,Top then the Stones.ZZ Top opened up with Going Down,then proceeded to kick ass!I could have cared less about the rolling stones,just wanted to see "that little 'ol band from Texas".This shortly before they took over MTV.I'll never forget!!
Still one of the BADDEST licks of all time. And the slide solo still neck and neck with Duane (Statesboro) for the Best Ever. Nothing has topped it and that was in 1972! Great sound on this one too thanks a mil.
Schön das die weiter gemacht haben! Ist nicht selbstverständlich bei so einer legendären Kapelle! Da haben andere schon viel früher den Schuh zugemacht!
БРАВО...старый конь борозды не портит... хотя... и глубоко не пашет...)))) BRAVO....an old horse never hurts..... although. he doesn't plough deep... ))))
Dusty is no doubt smiling down. I've said it before & I'll do so again: You couldn't ask for a better person to "step in Dusty's shoes" than a man named Elwood Francis. His name just SCREAMS Little Ol' Band From Texas. 🎸 🇺🇸
I love that Elwood plays bass his own way... totally different tone and feel and notes from Dusty.... done with full due respect to Dusty Hill, the greatest texas blues rock bassist and singer ever to play in a power trio.
These guys sound better than ALL of the other old acts still performing. I've heard recent stuff from Rolling Stones, Jethro Tull, Elton John, Kiss, and some others and it's trully like wanting a peice of candy and getting only the wrapper.
Billy ciagle żywy i Dusty i szwagier😂😊😊😊😊😊. Kurna świetnie Do końca życia tak prosze grac żadnej tam emerytury. Chłopaki proszę grac i się nie poddawać. Pokarzcie temu światu że wt zawsze wieczni 💪💪💪👋👋👋👋👋💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪
I mean it's been payday every day for eons for these guys. And yet, in this steamroller of a song, they still manage to evoke the sheer elation of some regular Joe who broke his back for a meager paycheck the past two weeks. I first listened to this after buying the "sixpack" back in the day. Previously, a mere child in the 1980s, I only had been exposed to ZZ Top when _Sleeping Bag_ had rolled into the Top Forty. Let me just say it was something else and one of those rare, true eye openers.
In a couple months I will celebrate the 50 year anniversary of seeing ZZ Top for the first time. From huge stadiums, racetracks, fair grounds, arenas, and once a small recording studio, I’ve seen them a bunch. I’m just glad they still enjoy getting out and playing. They don’t have to do it, they just want to.
A beacon of light in an otherwise bleak musical landscape. Dusty, we all miss you and are grateful for your Texas Brother's wisdom to keep going as the best way for fans to remember you. Trust In The Beard.
I miss Dusty Joe😭
Top rocks. Jesus saves sinners
@@gregsimmons694 zzzz more sales pitch. Satan wins
@fatarsemonkeydid you ask him to name three songs?
@fatarsemonkey.. I'm 57 years old and I still have shirts from the '80s from all the concerts I went to and yes I still wear them I don't know what you getting at got some people have to wear shirts I mean the '80s to me and the '70s a little bit of the '90s that's when music was music You didn't have lip syncing you didn't have voice over when you heard them sing That was their voice anyway so explain yourself about the shirts again it really don't make no sense saying how dead modern music is because you seen someone with a shirt on That was a band in 1980s if he was 18 years old then apparently he just likes the music because he never seen them play, So seeing a shirt with someone from the band in the '80s somehow another makes your brittle brain make you realize how dead the modern music era is Yeah I think you skipped your medication getting triggered over a t-shirt😂😂
I'm glad that ZZ Top is continuing the tradition. I think Elwood is great, and performs with much respect to what came before.
They sound great.That bass and guitar combo is killer.I’ve never seen that setup before.Nice!
Top rocks! Jesus saves sinners!
@@adspurGeddy Lee did that in the 70s.
And, his name is Elwood. Fabulous.
@@gregsimmons694 Fruitcake.
I think Dusty be proud Elwood stepped up to the plate is doing a fine job long live ZZTop
I saw them right after he took over and I was blown away by how good his live performance was. He filled the spot right in like no one else could have for sure.
Yes, but Dusty will remain Dusty
@@anonymousfromthesouth3802 Dusty was shizzznik
Dusty was the backbone and the back beat he's going to be missed for sure
I believe he would be happy his band mates could go on. but he would shake his head when listening to them.
The F'n definition of cool & swag 💯 R.I.P. Dusty 🙏
That's what is great about ZZ TOP ' They always looked old and so time doesn't change their appearance
I WAS JUST THINKING THAT SAME THING and then saw your comment. Right on !
Yes!
Bigod it's ruined there sound
what are you talking about one of them died last year.
@@davidanalyst671 Dusty picked Elwood as his replacement, cant replace a rock legend. But he's doing a great job, Yes it will sound different, but Im happy to see them go on. Senty's comment means that they always did look older and you cant see their features so they havent changed appearance wise.
Imagine being the guitar tech for Dusty and Billy for 30 years and then all of a sudden you’re part of the band playing live on stage. It’s a dream come true.
I was just wondering who the new guy was!
He was their guitar technician I work my own guitars but that guitar technician is just as good as any one of them because they have to be
@@tvmeyer And he could not have a MORE PERFECT NAME for being part of That Lil' Ol Band From Texas; Elwood Francis.
It just SCREAMS ZZ Top!
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So you're telling me this guy became Dusty's bass roadie, learned all the songs, started growing his beard out, and then Dusty suddenly and mysteriously died? I mean...c'mon. You don't think he put something in Dusty's cereal?
@HOLYHOUSE 30 years ago he started as Dustys Tech and when you are a paid crew member traveling with the band your called a Tech. Roadies are stagehands that the band hires for each tour.
The Reverend Gibbons has the blues running through his veins
Top rocks! Jesus saves sinners!
Much respect. These guys have been a first class act all along!
Love Top! Appreciate that they can still get out there. Frank rock solid. Billy is legend. RIP Dusty 😢 Welcome Elwood 😊
Top rocks! Jesus saves sinners
ZZ Top is like a good old Peterbilt truck going down the highway. Smooth and strong. Dusty would be proud.
A Peterbilt is just a Kenworth in drag.
Yes, I miss the Arena days of the 80`s
@@ShawnShipstad I miss my youth and health of the 80s where I would be able to stand an all day arena fest. Now? Forget it.
For those of you that don't know Elwood, he's got one hell of a resume. Joe Perry, Steve Vai, Puddle of Mud, Izzy Stradlin and Gilby Clarke [Guns ‘N’ Roses], Rich Robinson of The Black Crowes. He's been in the music industry for over three decades.
The requirement of awesome beardology narrowed down the field a lot.
All that but he ain't no dusty that's for sure.
His playing is stiff, not like dusty without a pick and had more feel and flow.
The bass chops, the epic beard, and the name “Elwood”. There could be no other.
@@martymartin2894He ain’t trying to be ! 🙄. He’s a perfect fit for the. “Top”
One of the best power trios of all time
now they r just 1 of the best power dous of all time.r.i.p. dusty hill.
Damn Straight
I helped set up their stage here in Anchorage. What an honor and privilege to have done that and watch the show. RIP Dusty. 💔
Thanks Gofer!
Bet it was a great time!That’s what ZZ Top brings.Killer tunes and great time!II’m glad you got to do that and thanks for sharing.
Right on brother!
I devolved the the film that this was shot on 🙄
❤❤❤❤❤❤
They broke the mold with Mr Gibbons!!!!!👍🎸🎼😎👏
Top rocks. Jesus saves!
I think Dusty would approve.
What a score,,,,,Elwood brought Billy and Frank back to the surface, and beyond.
They have a fresh new feel with Elwood.
RIP ,,,,,,Dusty
Don't even attempt to say it's better, dusty is a huge part of this band. Can't hear any bass here anyway
@@martymartin2894 Didn’t say Elwood was better, but as a musician trying to step into Dusty’s shoes. They couldn’t have found anyone more qualified.
Obviously Dusty was an Iconic Rock Star that was part of an historic band and was a partner in writing their songs.
@@soupystevesguitarartsextra3697 Elwood has the monster bass hooks -that Dusty CREATED- down pretty good. Fan since 1974...
@@martymartin2894 Why so grumpy? Appreciate it for what it is or do something else instead of coming here whining. 🤨
Absolutely 💥💥💥
Don't get no better. I never tire of ZZ Top. Met Dusty in our dentist's lobby in the Woodlands, TX., very cordial guy.
They always be a unique sound. May they keep rocking for eternity.
It's icons like ZZ Top that are keeping this country's culture from imploding on itself.
So tight!
My favorite riff of all time. But so simple, that I felt stupid when I learned it. Billy is utterly unique, and has no peer.
It's a great riff.
He was Jimmy Hendrix’s favorite guitar player.
no peer, you americans.
@@jackhaugh also mentioned Terry Kath ...
It is that dirty filthy tone he has on the guitar that is the special touch. A lot of ZZ Top is just blues. The tone set up on the guitar is just so dirty. Not a lot of people play them that way.
ZZ Top - probably the only band with any guts to keep going despite losing a key member. Respect ✊ and the great thing is, Dusty actually wanted the band to keep going. All the other bands no longer around simply just break up - Zeppelin, Sabbath, Queen (Brian can sing, Roger can sing. Jason should have filled in for his Dad years ago and Black Sabbath could have kept going with another vocalist like Glenn Hughes or just bring back Tony Martin.
Every band should keep going. No matter what.
I disagree. Depends on the band and the circumstance. Particularly Zeppelin, I think had about the most unique different musicians that only that combination could have made the music they did. Robert didn't have any real desire to just keep trying to go out and play the hits. We got two albums with him and Page and the O2 concert which I thought sounded great but some of the songs were tuned down. And I think he also knew if they did that it wouldn't be as good as what they'd done and people would have to pay a fortune to see them.
No matter how good of singers Brian and Roger are, they aren't Freddie. Look at Foreigner now, though they're all great musicians, are basically just a tribute act.
It's wonderfull to see ZZtop still alive, amazing!!!
RIP Dusty Hill
Hard to believe that I’m on Route 66 now. Saw ZZ Top in Calgary 1975 with a band named Heart ? ❤️
It was amazing. Prime time. Loved the show. Loved the sounds. We were all blown away.
Just got paid, Jesus left Chicago, Brown Sugar etc.
Always been a TOP fan,love early ZZ Top-pre 1980.
Heart is/will be coming your way soon !!! Was in the music net. One of the sisters is getting medical problems worked on now.
Now that is music!!!
They call RAP music too. But I don't agree.
I'm sorry, but when you lose a member of such a small band that's responsible for vocals? It's simply sub-par unless you can replace them to the 'T'. Journey managed to do it, but others have failed. (Foghat comes to mind, even though Charlie Huhn is an old friend of mine).
I bought this 8 tract tape (Rio Grande Mud) off a guy who sold albums out of his car's trunk on State St. in Salt Lake City in 1971. No one in the city had ever heard this type of music before. I blasted it on my car's Muntz Stereo for all to enjoy. Yep, I was COOL and HIP, lol.
Right on.Sounds like some good times.Love early TOP
Hell yeah brother!! C.C. Tx.
Ah yeah. Me and my tres hombres enjoyed some Rio grande mud too.
Rock on 🤘
The Older He Gets The Better He Sounds!!! Just Like Fine Wine!!
Grandpa..
Get your hearing checked .
Just curious but……how does fine wine sound? Asking for a friend.
@@OlinKreutzRules It's like new wine, but older I think.
Got to see them around 2010, and was as expected a great show. Although Dusty isn't with us anymore, I think Elwood has done a fine job of taking over the bottom end while showing respect to Dusty at the same time.
Welcome back boys. what a great sound ZZTOP
Once a legend always a legend 🎩😎👌💥🛫
Saw these guys in Belton, TX last year. Amazing concert!!
Love these guys - seen them many times always great!!
Frank Beard such a groove master. Always playing in and out the beat. Pushin & pulling setting that ZZ GROOVE....
I literally cannot watch without wondering if the wind will blow off the bass player’s wig.
While other bands struggle to match their original energy from back in the day, Billy and co just slide deeper into the groove.
I was in LA when this song has just come out and KMET used it when they announced their station in periodically throughout the day. You would hear that opening iconic groove and then KMET, Los Angeles and then the song would play sometimes, and sometimes not. I’m from St. Louis when KSHE was spectacular.
Awesome! Thanks for sharing. Cheers from Texas.
Still at it after all these years and sounding killer. May they have many more years left to keep on preaching this gospel.
This may be the best thing I have seen this year.
So glad Dusty’s replacement has that look! (Great musician too of course)
Saw ZZ Top once,around 1980 at the astrodome-Houston.3 bands,Fabulous Thunderbirds,Top then the Stones.ZZ Top opened up with Going Down,then proceeded to kick ass!I could have cared less about the rolling stones,just wanted to see "that little 'ol band from Texas".This shortly before they took over MTV.I'll never forget!!
Would have been awesome to watch this performance. They sound amazing. Glad to “hear” they are still about rock and roll…
Seen them in 2022, front row nearly center on Billy Gibbons side. Elwood is a great replacement Such a great show in Laval QC. RIP Dusty Hill
Still one of the BADDEST licks of all time. And the slide solo still neck and neck with Duane (Statesboro) for the Best Ever. Nothing has topped it and that was in 1972! Great sound on this one too thanks a mil.
Saw them at Leeds University UK, 83 or 84, for £2:50. 'Brings a smile to my face thinking about it. Brilliant live band.
Man Dusty added so much to the magic in the airwaves. Glad they still play. Only one Dusty.
Saw Them Last October 4th row seats..Phenomenal ❤❤❤❤❤!!!!!
great footage of a great band doing a song that will last the test of time...thanks mo sin
that just felt like old school ZZ right thar ,, nice to see ,, and hear
I met Dusty at his bar " Dustys bar" in Houston Texas back in the 80s.
Sat at his table with him, what a great person, he is missed !.
One of my favorite songs from them. Rock on!
Schön das die weiter gemacht haben! Ist nicht selbstverständlich bei so einer legendären Kapelle! Da haben andere schon viel früher den Schuh zugemacht!
When the houndd-dog barks in the black of the night I stick my hand in my pocket and everything's alright 🤘
Cool place to rock! Right on the beach with open air. Great video!
Was 16 ,first heard this guitar,bad ass..
Seen them@detroit age 18..im at 70 now.fast car driving!
One favourite band music. Thank you for posting them. Fabulous performance music. Good time for you
There's a lot to be said about a name ;) Great addition to the band!
Saw them in March in Plant City Florida, they were fabulous ❤!
That guy is funky 🔥❤️
The new guy rocks !!
БРАВО...старый конь борозды не портит... хотя... и глубоко не пашет...)))) BRAVO....an old horse never hurts..... although. he doesn't plough deep... ))))
Thank God for Texas and these American treasures !
One of the greatest bands of all time!!! P.S. Are they in the Rock n Roll hall of fame yet ??😮
Yes, since 2004 - and deservedly so!
bartended for billy a few times in houston over the years. such a nice guy!
Frank always tight in the pocket. Saw ZZ on the Fandago tour waaay back when! $5.00 for front row seats. Good times!😊
ZZ TOP ➖️ we love you 🎸 more and more ❤️
Oh my god, how I love this riff.
Still sound great! ROCK ON!
First song I learned when I started my first cover band. Still can't get used to seeing it played with a pick!
Bless their hearts 💕
I have all their records, multiples of some in other formats, awesome band!
Dusty is no doubt smiling down.
I've said it before & I'll do so again: You couldn't ask for a better person to "step in Dusty's shoes" than a man named Elwood Francis. His name just SCREAMS Little Ol' Band From Texas.
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Truly one of the greatest guitarist ever
Dimebags n Hendrixs #1 guitarist was Billy
I love that Elwood plays bass his own way... totally different tone and feel and notes from Dusty.... done with full due respect to Dusty Hill, the greatest texas blues rock bassist and singer ever to play in a power trio.
Loved ZZ Top as a kid
That red double neck guitar.. am I correct that it's both bass and electric guitar?
Yes ... famously used by Led Zeppelin many years back.
Sun, sea, sand and palm trees. Long live American Rock'n'Roll!
These guys sound better than ALL of the other old acts still performing. I've heard recent stuff from Rolling Stones, Jethro Tull, Elton John, Kiss, and some others and it's trully like wanting a peice of candy and getting only the wrapper.
Porque esses caras não vem para o Brasil que foda !!!
Billy ciagle żywy i Dusty i szwagier😂😊😊😊😊😊.
Kurna świetnie
Do końca życia tak prosze grac żadnej tam emerytury.
Chłopaki proszę grac i się nie poddawać.
Pokarzcie temu światu że wt zawsze wieczni 💪💪💪👋👋👋👋👋💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪
Elwood is doing a great job. Mr. Hill is honored righteously.
Elwood, you`re so good!
I mean it's been payday every day for eons for these guys. And yet, in this steamroller of a song, they still manage to evoke the sheer elation of some regular Joe who broke his back for a meager paycheck the past two weeks. I first listened to this after buying the "sixpack" back in the day. Previously, a mere child in the 1980s, I only had been exposed to ZZ Top when _Sleeping Bag_ had rolled into the Top Forty. Let me just say it was something else and one of those rare, true eye openers.
Long live ZZ TOP.
Cheers to dusty hill and it's great to see the here the jamming section is wow
Best live band period. Billy can sing on tune when 90 percent of the lead singers can't carry a tune in a bucket.
a bas player and a rythm guitar on one spot in the band.... such a good idea!
I like the ZZ Top logo on the mic stand.
Go see them inside or at night... They light up in every color... Totally Cool😊
@@JimBoIndy Awesome 👍
Hilarious, making Billy wait.
Thanks for the ride.
This body never loses the touch still the best ☮️
ONE THING YOU’LL NEVER SEE…THE “REVEREND” IN SHORTS @THE BEACH…
The band with the original formation for the longest time!
🙏🏼🙌🏼
Long live ZZ Top!!!
👍🏼✌🏼🤙🏼🖖🏼🤛🏼
No, Golden Earring! Almost 60 years!
FUCKIN' A we're still riding ;) also nice performance on this ol' ZZ classic
Yeah, awesome. ZZ Top lives.
Vielen Dank für den Clip.
In a couple months I will celebrate the 50 year anniversary of seeing ZZ Top for the first time. From huge stadiums, racetracks, fair grounds, arenas, and once a small recording studio, I’ve seen them a bunch. I’m just glad they still enjoy getting out and playing. They don’t have to do it, they just want to.
that guitar sound is glorious
Agreat recording of the band 👏👏👏
Cool intro. Love those harmonics.
Blessed to have seen live as the opening act for The Rolling Stones.🎸🎸🎸🎸
This is great bar band! I hope they make
King of the squeallies Reverend Billy.