ZZ Top Drummer Frank Beard Passes Away at 77

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — Frank Beard, the drummer for the iconic blues-rock band ZZ Top, passed away on Monday at the age of 77. The news was confirmed via a statement on the band’s official website, which announced that Beard died in hospice care.

ZZ Top, formed in 1969 in Houston, Texas, is celebrated for its distinctive sound and bearded image. The band, which also includes members Billy Gibbons and Dusty Hill, has released numerous hit albums and singles, including “La Grange,” “Legs,” and “Sharp Dressed Man.” Beard’s contribution to the band’s rhythm section was pivotal in shaping their unique style.

The cause of death has not been publicly disclosed. The band’s statement did not provide further details about the circumstances surrounding Beard’s passing.

ZZ Top has had a lasting impact on the music industry, influencing countless artists and maintaining a dedicated fanbase over the decades. Beard’s death marks the end of an era for the band, which has been a staple of the rock genre since the 1970s.

Fans and fellow musicians have taken to social media to express their condolences and share memories of Beard’s influence on the music world. Tributes have poured in from across the globe, highlighting his significant contributions to rock music.

ZZ Top’s legacy is secured through their extensive catalog of music and their influence on subsequent generations of musicians. Beard’s role in the band was indispensable, and his passing leaves a void in the rock community.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)