Dusty Hill -- A Look Back On The Former Bass Player Of ZZ Top **Never Forget**

[@LRBerry]

I saw ZZ Top twice in the 1980s and wish I had seen them many more times. For me, Dusty Hill played what needed to be played and left it at that.

[@johnirohnson]

Happy Heavenly Birthday today, Dusty. We love and miss you so much!! ❤

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks for remembering!!

[@thewhiskyscout1238]

Well done! Amen and Long live ZZ Top’s wonderful music!

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@markbass354]

I LOVE ZZ TOP FROM DAY 1

[@theslowride66]

I've been fortunate to see the Texas Trio many times my ears fell in love with them the the 1st time I heard them in the 1980's I have 2 triple signed memorabilia & a one off bootleg poster that some one who snuck a camera into a show. My ZZTOP key chain goes everywhere my Harley Biker wallet goes . A day without ZZTOP in my ears is a day without sunshine. Rock on Elwood.

[@NOBodYnose022]

One of the first bands I remember hearing, thanks to my uncle Melvin. Because of Dusty Hill and John Paul Jones I HAD TO PLAY A BASS. RIP DUSTY You are surly missed.

[@stevefoudray487]

I saw ZZ Top in mid late 70’s, my favorite years!

[@karenedwards8946]

I saw them in Australia, absolutely a great concert 👍🇦🇺👍🇦🇺👍🇦🇺👍🇦🇺👍🇦🇺👍

[@georgeedward1226]

I can imagine ZZ Top went over well in Australia. I spent some time there in the late 80s and was in a bar in Kalgoorlie where a lot of the miners living there had long, full beards and I thought to myself I feel like I'm in a ZZ Top video.

[@karenedwards8946]

@@georgeedward1226 I hope you enjoyed Australian

[@stvnm5282]

PR0UD T0 BE A TEXAN !!!!!! RIP DUSTY

[@tedgibson5960]

You Got That RIGHT!!!👍👍 i've been to other places than AMERICA---when i get back to AMERICA i'm glad! when i get back to Texas i'm HAPPY!! AMERICAN by birth TEXAN by the Grace of GOD!!!🤠

[@AntonioCavicchioni]

Greetings from Houston! Your documentaries are great 👍🏻 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks Antonio. Appreciate it!

[@wadesmith7041]

I know it just won't be the same without Dusty there I always wanted to see Dusty sing Hey Mr. Millionaire such a great song RIP Dusty you are truly missed Take It To The Top Elwood God bless everybody that water part of the ZZ Top Team what awesome Rock Legends they are

[@texasflood3165]

My favorite all time trio, God, rest, dusty hill, man had the coolest hats…

[@lsu1992]

"...just ain't worth arguing with." Pearls of wisdom. Greatness doesn't have to be complicated.

[@bluesguitarz]

I was lucky enough to see Dusty in his last performance in the Pittsburgh PA area,which is my area, and it was an awesome surprise to hear him sing Jailhouse Rock as the last song of the concert.A performance I will never forget.

[@chasetower6773]

Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers ZZ Top’s music is undeniably Solid.

[@joelrich3409]

Long live the world's greatest bass player dusty hill we love and miss you

[@CatfishCheese]

I absolutely love everything about ZZTop.

[@tedharrington5432]

Wife and I saw ZZ Top in December 2021 in Fort Myers, Florida and I will admit, seeing ZZ Top without Dusty was quite shocking. I almost did not go to the concert, but my wife made me go. I had a difficult time seeing Elwood playing bass for some reason, but after four songs I started really enjoying the concert. Even laughed when Elwood made the wrong hand gesture with Billy, to which even Billy laughed. It is strange to see one of your favorite bands that you have seen play live for over 35 years play without one of the original members. Thanks for the video!

[@RiverDocs]

You're welcome. I will go and see them with Elwood. I'm sure it will be a bit different, but Elwood from the videos I have seen is doing a good job and I want to support the band. They have been so good thru the years. I never felt a ZZ Top show was a waste of money. Can't say that about others. Thanks for watching and your comment!

[@chrissett4245]

Liked em since "Jesus just left Chicago" Era I know they knew Hendrix.... He's missed by millions.. Thanks for the tunes. ❤

[@joannbowden6220]

I absolutely love ZZ TOP! Still listening to this day. Great doc, btw. ❤❤

[@RiverDocs]

Thank you!

[@scottcampbell741]

RIP DUSTY…you will live on through your music forever … thanks

[@larrystrick1862]

11k now. Great job on Dusty

[@pauljbroussard1690]

Legend

[@markcatanzaro9699]

Wow that was a great tribute to a great man and one of the greatest bands ever! Undeniable LEGENDS!

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks Mark. He sure was!!

[@JimboCal59]

Z Z T O P !!! UNTIL THE END OF TIME ! BLEED TEXAS !!!!!!

[@g-pa-Rok-n-Tok]

Dusty played according to the music. I love Rush, but ZZ's music didn't need Geddy, it needed Dusty! Plus, there's an art to pocket playing, not as easy as it sounds. I was lucky to see the Tejas and Degüello tours! Tejas was sharp with rhinestones, and Degüello was dirty 1800's gunslinger style! The one thing that wasn't different was the Tightness of the music! They were (and I assume are) one of the best live bands out there! RIP Dusty ☮️🤘🤙

[@dennischavez7503]

Rest easy Dusty, condolences to his family, bandmates, and friends.

[@Ryan-Hall]

Good Job for Dusty!! Doc, fine work as Always,, but this one cuts. Deep !! Didn't know that Dusty had Elwood in mine for helping to keep the music Alive for ZZtop, he really had that Quite thunder goin And That Voice!!! So much complimented Billy's and was spot on!! All the Love and hugs to the Families and Friends, and thanks DOC for your gifts back to the community and for helping keep the music Alive, your Music-In-Law 🙏❤️🫂🤠🎸

[@RiverDocs]

You're welcome and Thank You Ryan. Always appreciate you stopping by!

[@JivinJoe0984]

I was hoping you would do a video on one of the best bassists if not the bassist, he is my favorite and got me into playing the bass.

[@cynthiamindermann]

I just saw ZZTop this year at Sturgis! I was right at the stage It was awesome I also am from Houston and lived in Ok Inglewood and worked for Mr Dinachek at the the country club so

[@cynthiamindermann]

I've been blessed a few times to be in the presence of ZzTop a few times. They are awesome people with hearts as big as Texas. Live you guys

[@susantanner8149]

May he Rest In Peace. Billy, after seeing you in Indiana, I only wish you the best ❤️

[@chloewinkworthartist]

ive had to get a bass to put some songs online....dusty hill style runs really are special..what you said about bass is dead on.

[@BrianRomero-wb8lj]

The day Dusty left us i decided to go to get a brew to celebrate his release from this life. on my way to the store i seen the most amazing sunset i have ever seen in over 50 years. i knew in my heart Dusty sent that sunset to me. That night i had a dream about Dusty going above to visit with a higher power. he was welcomed thru the pearly gates without a question and was admitted with dignity and respect. in my dream the higher power told Dusty after he got settled in he would like to have a chat with him. When that stage was set, the higher power said ,Dusty you are here now and you have brought much joy in the past to millions i would like to know if there is any thing that you have not done that you might like to do. in reply Dusty said.....i would like to make it rain......so in response the higher power said to Dusty, now that you are here things are much different. we can do better than that therefore you can be the rain.

[@grybeard1]

Thanks so much for all your great research to provide such in depth videos. As so many of us are, I too am a long time ZZ fan. I am very fortunate to have seen them many times in my life. Now I look forward to seeing them with Elwood holding down the bottom. Thanks again, I really enjoy your work.

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks Joe I appreciate it. Glad you enjoy the videos!

[@johnjannuzzi9233]

ZZ Awesomeness!!!!

[@mnije]

Thanks for taking the time to put this video out. Great band and a great man.

[@RiverDocs]

You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed it

[@drayve8590]

Thank you, for this!! Dusty was one bad amigo, and I think he would’ve liked this video also. I agree with 100% of what ya said.

[@RiverDocs]

You're welcome! I hope he would.

[@tedgibson5960]

Dusty was so right when you don't "notice" the bass--the bass is right!! He was also right EVERTHING is Bigger in TEXAS!! Dusty RIP!! [ Rock on In Peace ] 10k great--onward to 100k!!

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks Ted!

[@johndalessandro6433]

Great video in honoring Dusty. Ty for it

[@54bluesbass15]

I'm a big fan of ZZ Top and Dusty's style & tone...and his Fender Telebass. It is interesting in band dynamics how some stay together and others fall apart. Rush broke up after Neil's passing (but Geddy & Alex are making beer now). At the far other end is the ongoing feud between Roger Waters & David Gilmour. Not everyone can get along as well as the 'Top did, but I think we are all fortunate that they did.

[@VincentVader]

Dusty is a legend.

[@kirbyk7370]

Dusty has a powerful voice, and I always preferred it. It's very apparent on the Fandango album, which was my first ZZTop album, and it's still my fav.

[@RiverDocs]

Yeah I always liked to hear Dusty sing too. Thanks for watching.

[@ferdberfle5069]

Congrats on 10K subs! Keep up the good work and you'll go far. While we miss Dusty, Elwood is doing a good job holding up the bottom!

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks Ferd!

[@HoustonRoad]

RIP Dusty!!

[@robfreer-f8q]

I’ve seen them 8 times now . Last time was at Windsor casino which is a great place to see them . Not a bad seat in the house . Can’t wait to hear Elwoods adition 👍🎸 . lil’ Frito

[@Jim-pn5qr]

Steve Turner Missing your bass playing RIP 2013

[@pauljbroussard1690]

Great vocal range also

[@lincolnparked4568]

I'm OK with that too! Great clip;-)

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks!!

[@miguelurrutdarkorangefan2750]

"I'm just a Texan" Gotta Love That!

[@davidking2835]

I seen them on the afterburner tour, the black crowes were booed off stage. Would’ve loved to have jammed with them in the early days, well, any day actually.

[@jamiegarrett3869]

No matter how drunk or dope sick dusty was he always gave u everything he could. rip dusty

[@memonk11]

I sorta met ZZTOP on a plane once - 5 people in first class, 4 of them me and ZZTOP. I didn't talk to them at all, didn't want to bother them. But they gave the impression that they REALLY knew what they were doing.

[@1phoenix346]

You have a great craft of storytelling.

[@RiverDocs]

Thank you.

[@fasterman3]

Great job as usual!

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks! Appreciate the support!

[@MaxBorge]

Great video and homage

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks for watching.

[@jimbanda]

Dusty said he worked the airport because he just wanted to be working somewhere and earning money, he did not need the money... he just wanted to be a working man! Good ol Dust, kept it simple, simply a legend 👏🙏

[@0nurbis]

To me, best ZZ's song is "Loaded", sang by our regreted Dusty. 🧡🧡

[@christopherreed2694]

I love that guy really love ❤️ that guy the best I'd have 3 bass picks it would be Dusty nole redding or Jack Bruce they did there job 👍

[@johnirohnson]

Just saw my 30th show last week. I miss him so much!! Thanks for doing this!

[@elvismarte6296]

You can choose for one of the above gifts

[@555_Lady_JB]

Nice ode to Dusty. I wonder if Dusty gave Elwood his quiver of bass guitars?

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks.

[@eltango1000]

Excellent tribute myfriend! Thanks, he was deserving of it and more!!

[@RiverDocs]

Thank you Terry. I agree!

[@floodway2955]

My research says that Billy worked at an airport when they took a break. Nice

[@briankady1456]

Who could ever imagine your bass sounding like a fart in a garbage can being a compliment...Favorite songs with Dusty Hill on lead vocals: Tush, Can't Stop Rockin', and I Got The Six. Also, Delirious.

[@shrimp8004]

Badsss R.D u no how to do it dusty was my nabdr

[@notedrockhistorian4382]

Yes, I love the "cause of death is unknown" cliche instead of openly discussing what happened here. Insurance survivor issues, maybe? Seems kind of weird we are still going with "cause unknown." They keep saying he died in his sleep. I had no idea sleeping was so dangerous It has been a year. Does his death certificate state: Cause unknown? Was the medical examiner scratching his head wondering how someone could have suddenly died in his sleep? Please. I t was known he had hip issues and surgeries. My guess is the doc and hospital probably made some kind of error in medication or treatment and that contributed to this. Maybe after 10 years of legal wrangling we may have an answer to this totally mysterious death. C'mon man, please.

[@georgeedward1226]

Dusty Hill was the perfect bassist for ZZ Top same as Ringo was the ideal drummer for the Beatles. It's how all the parts fit together that's important. Not the individual skill level. For example if you put Chris Squire in ZZ Top, it would not have worked and Neil Peart would not have improved the Beatles one iota.

[@RiverDocs]

Well said George! Thanks for watching!