ZZ Top Bassist Dusty Hill Dies at 72
Source: Variety
Joseph “Dusty” Hill, ZZ Top’s bassist for more than 50 years, has died, the group’s longtime rep confirmed. No cause of death was cited.
The band’s Billy Gibbons and Frank Beard issued a statement:
“We are saddened by the news today that our Compadre, Dusty Hill, has passed away in his sleep at home in Houston, TX. We, along with legions of ZZ Top fans around the world, will miss your steadfast presence, your good nature and enduring commitment to providing that monumental bottom to the ‘Top’. We will forever be connected to that ‘Blues Shuffle in C.’ You will be missed greatly, amigo.”
Earlier this month, Gibbons and Beard played their first performances without Hill in more than 50 years, stating that the bassist had been forced to seek medical attention “to address a hip issue,” according to a statement, although his ailment was apparently more serious than they let on. “Per Dusty’s request the show must go on!,” the statement continued, and the band’s longtime guitar tech, Elwood Francis, filled in.
Read more: https://variety.com/2021/music/news/zz-top-bassist-dusty-hill-dead-dies-1235029656/
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to one of the longest running bands (with original members) in the rock era.
and go back to the wall of sound tour made by three amigo's.........
This is really sad that there will not be anymore Duster The Dust The Dustbunny....
that in 15-20 years we would be losing ALL of our rock and roll HERO's. Unfortunately, my words are being realized. The only solace I have is that I am still here to experience it.
we got to see them about 10 years ago
Was supposed to see them with Def Leppard in October but was cancelled due to covid
We were hoping that it would be rescheduled 
once in Houston with the Fabulous Thunderbirds and The Rolling Stones and then once in Austin.
What a great and innovative band....
R.I.P., Dusty...
