Frank Beard ZZ Top Drummer Passes | Austin News

ZZ Top’s legendary drummer Frank Beard, the steady heartbeat behind the band’s iconic sound for over fifty years, has passed away at 77. A beloved figure in Texas rock, Beard was with ZZ Top from their earliest days, helping forge the classic lineup that defined a generation. His death, confirmed while he was in hospice at his Texas ranch, has sent shockwaves through the music world. Billy Gibbons paid heartfelt tribute, calling him a “great friend and collaborator,” while fans remember his unmistakable drumming style — and his famously mismatched name with the band’s wild image. The band has canceled some tour dates but plans to return to the road this weekend in Austin, a city close to his heart. A private funeral is being arranged as ZZ Top’s enduring legacy, built on blues-rock anthems, continues — forever shaped by Frank Beard’s unforgettable rhythm. 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/7bfe618ce25bf124