Frank Beard Steps Back for ZZ Top Tour | Music News

ZZ Top’s legendary drummer Frank Beard is stepping back for their “The Big One” summer tour, leaving the drum kit to veteran Michael Monahan. With Billy Gibbons and Elwood Francis leading the charge — and bassist Elwood taking over since Dusty Hill’s passing — the band remains unstoppable. Beard, 77, has weathered health setbacks before, including a recent appendectomy and last year’s temporary exit, but fans still rally for his iconic groove. The tour spans the U.S., Mexico, and South America — proving ZZ Top’s enduring power, even with a temporary lineup shift. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cf27cb069aa3f974