Elwood Francis Bass Player for ZZ Top

[@RiverDocs]

New video up on DUSTY! Please check it out. Thanks! kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5Kwmp59dtqlbqc

[@haliaeetus8221]

I just read Elwood's birthday is August 24th. ZZ Top 'celebrated' it when on stage.

[@stephaneckes7438]

I disagree!He will growe in his role to keep ZZ Top alive,believe me! Trucky.

[@davidrockey7190]

Right but it's nice seeing back onstage and I think Elwood fits the persona and it's nice to see them back onstage and you just keep going 🎸🗿

[@osmarnobile7745]

But, he was.

[@555_Lady_JB]

Awesome , going there next! Btw, whomever does the narrative has such a comforting voice. I could listen to this, all day.

[@theresadmytriw4138]

I was pleasantly surprised at how well Elwood Francis fit in with Billy Gibbons and Frank Beard. I saw them in April, the concert was exceptional! I loved it ❤️ Thank you Elwood Francis for stepping in and carrying on the Z Z Top legacy 😎😎😎🎸🎶🎶🎶

[@asteroideb54]

YES Elwood Francis en OSMOSE PARFAITE avec BILLY et FRANCK........Renaissance du groupe ZZ TOP

[@madeleineberardet9071]

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[@frankphillips7436]

I saw Top on that same tour in Maine. Not quite the same as I saw them in 92 but I believe that has more Father Time than Elwood.

[@barryklinedinst6233]

I was curious if ZZ would keep going. And sure enough they are. Hershey park here I come. Skynyrd and ZZ TOP. And they don't steal from their fans. Tickets are cheap

[@theresadmytriw4138]

@@barryklinedinst6233 enjoy the show! You won’t be disappointed 🎸🎶🎶🎶

[@michaelworse6034]

With Elwood Francis they‘ve got the best of both worlds for a bass player and a good friend . I say welcome Elwood and yeah , RIP Dusty

[@bobdillon1138]

Bass player ...lol ...good one.

[@deweywise5573]

RIGHT ON! I HEAR YA!

[@codygreene37]

I saw ZZ for the first time yesterday. Elwood on bass. I’m a lifelong fan, 41, from the same town as Elwood, and I didn’t know what to expect. But they were GREAT. This was an event, not just a concert. Seeing the Rev is one of the coolest highlights of all the rock n roll I’ve seen. They were loud. They played all the classics you wanted to hear. They were just damn cool. 10/10 show. I have mutual friends w/ Elwood and I’m proud to say so. What a guy. Rock on, Elwood.

[@lutheradkins3623]

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[@mrzinky9620]

Elwood has been a great friend to Dusty (and Billy) for ~30 years. That band is like family; Elwood is the only guy I could imagine taking over for Dusty.

[@sjion]

It's awesome that he was already part of the ZZ Top family for years & was A friend to them. The perfect outcome for a terrible situation. ❤

[@frankfischer1281]

The best possible amelioration of a sad situation….from within the ZZ Top family, itself….RIP Dusty.

[@scottcampbell741]

ZZ TOP has always been 😊amongst my favorites since early 70’s. RIP Dusty Hill… Elwood,Thanks for jumping right into some mighty big boots with a Texas size tradition that will never be forgotten. Thanks to Billy, Frank, and Dusty and now Elwood for 50+ years of great jams. Looking forward to seeing you again in Raleigh NC in a few months … watch out for naked cowgirls

[@ronalddavidleindecker3358]

Thanks you for the nicely done and narrated video. For me Elwood has eased the pain of Dusty's passing. He just fits. Nothing more, nothing less. He fits.

[@RiverDocs]

Glad you enjoyed it. Well said.

[@AlmostReady504]

that's the God's honest truth. and the fact that Dusty was cool with it puts my mind at ease

[@Rock-i4o]

Thanks for this

[@Anidawehi]

He steps in and molds into the band right away. This guy is the man for the job. Great guy too.

[@Thedoug369]

Yeah, but he plays bass with a fucking pick. Sacrilege!

[@stevencouch6696]

Elwood was my best friend growing up. I remember him playing at our house,I was like 11 years old. There was no doubt back then what he’d be doing. We lost touch for a few decades,but when we got back together it was like I was still in the 70s. Dusty knew ZZ Top could do no better. A Great person with one hell of a sense of humor.

[@adamfisk9312]

I can't imagine being a successor to the legendary Dusty Hill would be an easy job at all, but Elwood seems to be doing it without any trouble. Kudos to him.

[@scottfredricey6113]

Best man for the job 😂🎉

[@davidsignor7931]

Gibbons wouldn't have chosen him if he didn't think he could do the job

[@reddog8568]

Thank you Elwood for keeping the dream alive! We're so fortunate to have you! I know The Dust Pan is very proud of you, just as we are.

[@josephj7991]

I have seen ZZTOP Half dzn times i saw their Last concert in Mi July 2021. They sounded Great until their very End! Rest in Peace Dusty! Long Live ZZTop!

[@tedium37]

I feared the end of the band when I heard the sad news. I'm so glad they're doing what Dusty wanted. As another life long ZZ Top fan, I'm thrilled the show goes on. Thanks for this welcome update.

[@rockerbob949]

Hell yeah! Elwood is keepin’ it alive! No replacing Dusty but Elwood is gonna do him Justice! 🤘🏼

[@Peter_S_]

Perfectly stated.

[@icuabc1235]

Damn right 😀

[@marcpledger]

Yee haw, the boys from ZZ will respectfully ride again. Go see them if you get the opportunity, I’m trapped in New Zealand because of covid so I’m going to miss it. The Rev ain’t gonna make it back down here, Dusty sure didn’t. Go see them!

[@stephen3073]

Well said, R-Bob. Dusty inspires brilliance in those who come after. That's what you call a luminary.

[@mattclapper7797]

I just saw them Live with Elwood in Spokane Washington. Elwood is great fit and they absolutely Nailed it! Fantastic show.

[@philipdupont3602]

At Freedom Hill in Sterling Heights Michigan getting ready to go in and see ZZ Top for the first time in my life. It's been on my bucket list for years and the stars never aligned. I had to work, I didn't have the funds or they just play near me. So, with that being said ... Thank you, Elwood Francis ... from the bottom of my heart for makin' this 60 yr. old man's dream come true!!! #Goin'toLagrangetonight

[@TheBassfresh]

I saw ZZ Top in a small 500 seat theater in 1971 before anyone knew who they were. It remains the best live rock and roll I ever witnessed. They really jammed back then.

[@gtrjay55]

They used to do the same thing in Denver at a place called Dirty John's around that time. I didn't see them till'73 with Savoy Brown and a newer band called Blue Oyster Cult.As you might know all 3are still at it.🙏😷🎶🎵👀❗

[@jaysantos536]

you must have not seen many bands.......They were "good" live but NEVER great. and they stopped being good right arond 1978 when they started palying pop singers instead of bluesy LPS like the first three. Their "act" has been boring for many deacdes...

[@jaysantos536]

@Lawrence Carver ZZ Top was at their best about that time BUT never as good as Deep Purple, especially with Gillan and Glover. I'm surprise Purple shared the stage with ZZ Top even then. BOC was a great live band but better a couple years late and Savoy Brwon was OK but FAR better after turning into Foghat in 74-75. Overall a GREAT lineup there! Billy Preston was a throwaway......

[@jaysantos536]

@Lawrence Carver Sorry your "list" doesnt measure up to mine. Doobie, foreigner, Little river Band, ambrosia, are ALL lameass bands ans hardly "rock" more like "pop". As far as the Stones? Saw them in 76 in a small concert hall in Fort Worth and they were pretty good. In 80 Tangerine Bowl..Van Halen blew them off the stage. (VH also blew Journey off the stage in 1978 as well as Black Sabbath later the same year). thats how GOOD VH was early on. ZZ Top was really good 69-74 when they played heavy blues/rock but then went "commercial" with garbage like Sharp Dressed Man and Cheap Sunglasses and had VERY few decent songs (or shows) after that. Foghat (74-80) was far better than Savoy Brown because of Lonesome Dave, Rod Price and their far better setlists and great shows. Best "LIVE" Rock and Roll Bands 1971-1992? #1 THE WHO by far 71,73,76,79. Deep Purple was second 74,75, 76, 82 tied with Van Halen 78, 79 ,80. Other GREAT live bands I saw were Jethro Tull 71, Montrose 73 with Sammy Hagar, Ronnie Montrose 78, Jo Jo Gunne 73, Ten Years After 74, 76, 78, Golden Earring 73, UFO 77.78. 79, Scorpions, Triumph 1979, Nugent 76, 78, Aerosmith 75, 76, 78, Peter Frampton, 73, 75, 76, Eddie Money 77, 78 ,79, 84, SRV 79, 80, 81 and Jeff Healey Band 92. Gotcha...

[@jaysantos536]

@Lawrence Carver Partied with Canned Heat? LOL. I hung out with Foghat and Eddie Money after their show in Lakeland Fl in 1980. ALL those guys were funny and friendly dudes both to the guys as well as the chicks they were looking to go to bed with that night. Lots of fun drinking beer with no hard drugs in sight. Of all the bands you listed I saw EVERY one of the "good" ones including Guess Who, REO, Santana, Bad Co., Ronnie James Dio (when he fronted Rainbow), Bob Welch and Alice Cooper (and even ran into him walking into the Holiday Inn elevator in Fort Worth 1978). He said hello and asked if I was at the show. I said "Yeah, were you?" and he just smiled and "I think so." Funny guy. Boston was the absolute WORST sounding band ever LIVE (Sammy Hagar opened) and Styx, Cars, Damn Yankees, Grateful Dead, Rare Earth, Wet Willie, Steve Miller, BTO, Bob Seger, Dylan, and Elvin Bishop were all just bad bands with bad music.

[@granadogranadoandy6212]

I'm glad he's filling in for Dusty I'm glad that y'all are still touring and kicking ass God bless Texas

[@fullhouse4454]

Elwood is amazing! Just saw ZZ for the 3rd time in Atlantic City ( Oct 2022) A fan for 50 years! They still have the magic! Treated 2, 20 year old family members to this concert! I feel guilty because they realized real TALENT lacking today. Keeping it real! God Bless ZZ Top!

[@13christbane]

real talent is not lacking today. just stop with that nonsense. there are plenty of talented musicians out there.

[@FireBladeRR-RSP]

@@13christbaneahh not many… A lot of jokers

[@Danger-Dave]

Elwood has been part of the ZZ Top family for a while, and watching all those shows from the sidelines instills more of the soul of what Dusty was layin' down rather than an outsider coming in and just playing the right note's. This comes naturally to him and the band knows it and that's why Dusty gave him the nod at the end. RIP!

[@paulanglinjr.9613]

Good points...

[@IAMMASED]

Great point

[@SuperErikRoss]

Yup a dream come true RIP Dusty yer legacy rides on !!! 🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@BenDover-wm7wf]

Only question is who is going to light Billy’s cigar?

[@johngrepo9976]

Well put!

[@ericcox4512]

I met Elwood in knoxville Tn a few weeks back. He is a terrific musician, and a really nice guy.He really jams well with Billy. I'm an Elwood fan for sure.

[@TheSuerya]

Saw them last night, They were great and Elwood Did a great job. They did relate to each other well and sounded great, While everyone will miss Dusty.Elwood keeps ZZ Top going. Thank God

[@aliciatreat-courtemanche5971]

I have to say. Elwood holds his own as the new basser. I was skeptical. But seeing them Last night changed my mind. ZZTop my all time favorite keep on rocking.

[@onkelmarvin8360]

I love that his name is Elwood........................that means he`s a " Blues Brother "........and thus..........perfect for ZZ Top.....welcome to the band mate, and good luck.

[@briancherry8088]

Playing ZZ Top seems all about the feel of it. Does it swing? Is the groove locked in? Its not hard to play the notes, but it's got to take experience living with those guys to FEEL like they do. I'm really glad they are continuing.

[@hopswordusmc6973]

ZZ TOP graced my little town with their power and musical prowess. I have always loved their songs but I was always deployed, on duty or couldn’t afford a trip to where they were performing. My wife is much younger than me but is also an eclectic listener. She saw they were on tour (with Elwood) and immediately bought the best tickets available. Well, ZZ Top did not disappoint! the energy and chemistry were surreal. Hearing them live was a great time and the best concert i’ve been lucky enough to attend thanks to my wife. I’m so happy Elwood jumped in and I believe somewhere Dusty is sipping, smiling and tipping his hat .

[@richardho5955]

Awesome! Let the Texas boogie rock on with Elwood stepping into big shoes...saw ZZ Top in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1995...unforgettable! RIP Dusty Hill, your legacy is intact...🎸👍

[@jeffburris8612]

Just saw them Friday night in Greensboro. Being a long time ZZ fan whom seen them so many time I was astonished on how Elwood done. Great show and one hellva fit. ZZ lives on!👊👊

[@mathstar4176]

Very interesting, that's not just good luck, it's also a blessing for the band to have Elwood right there. RIP Dusty, great album, Hardware.

[@jeffmason7735]

Thank you Elwood. The God of that funky assed ZZ TOP Blues will keep rockin and rollin on. Billions most definitely smilin down on us all. Roll on Guys, Roll On.

[@mikeoxley4458]

Saw ZZ Top at the MN State Fair many years ago - they were great! R.I.P. Dusty. And God Bless Elwood in his new roll!

[@r.hill.2369]

Saw the band tonight in Atlanta. Only a few hiccups. A great time was had!

[@billtaglia2865]

A lifelong fan and saw them with Elwood last month in Portland, ME. Although they only played for an hour fifteen, it was an excellent show.

[@paulandersen9492]

I saw Elwood through the years when he brought guitars out to Billy. AND I got to see him perform on September 17th, 2021 as a member of Z Z Top. Great show. 14th time seeing them and hope to see them again!

[@Dan__W]

Just saw them in Grand Island and there's no doubt, he fits. Best concert I've ever been to. 🙌

[@jameswilson3554]

I'm so happy for him..I haven't got to see them live I cant wait. One of my home town boys with zz top. Hell yeah...2thumbs up...

[@fowrunnah]

Life goes on, Just like my fav band. Thanks Elwood!!!

[@giuseppegiacomoscialdone4969]

Dusty was one of my far friends in my youngness. I'm italian and thought ZZtop were at the end when he passed by but listening to this words I think they still deliciate my ears for more over... Thank you ZZ a huge embrace to Dusty, a kiss of love and rememberance, and 'ad maiora' with Elwood and Frank and Billy! I love you!!!

[@MichaelRoy-hc3lz]

Very happy to see that the boys will keep going. By chance around 1983 l was at a music shop near DC to buy an amp and met this kid named Elwood, yep this Elwood. I was there to buy a Fender Twin and struck up a chap with him. Being more into punk and new wave he suggested l may want to try out this used 50 watt Marshall with a used 1960 cabinet. Loved it and still own it. Nice to know how things turned out for him. After realizing l wasn't going to ɓe a rock star l became a successful businessman. I wonder if Elwood remembers it

[@chadwickhurlburt6529]

I've met Elwood in person several times. Most of those times I didn't know who he was or didn't quite believe who he was. Now I know with certainty who he is. I'm privileged that he bothered to know me at all. I'm glad beyond measure to see him in the position he is in today. He's a good guy, and I love to see good guys get ahead. Elwood is a cool dude, he deserves everything he is experiencing as long as the experience is good.

[@nitrousninja882]

Whenever I want to hear the best of ZZ Top I always listen to Brown Sugar off the first album. It always hits the spot for me. I hope they can keep playing for many years to come. Dusty Hill had a very powerful sounding bass and I hope Elwood Francis can fill his shoes. Having been around them for so long means he knows their sound inside and out!

[@mrbee145]

Yes Brown Sugar is fantastic

[@stevejohnson2284]

I couldn't agree with you more NitrousNinja... By the way I ride a BMW K1300 S. Blues,Rock and Bikes . Shiny side up. Burn Rubber not your soul!

[@terrypussypower]

“Goin’ Down To Mexico” is my go to ZZ tune!

[@markkc6125]

Big Thanks to Elwood Francis for keepin' the music going strong! We saw the band shortly after Dusty's exit over the bridge. And even though it started kind of sad cause we missed Dusty. But before the first song was over we were having a great time rockin' to ZZ Top! Still a great concert well worth the money!

[@stevewills735]

As an old punk rocker , the correlation between blues rock, and punk are really close. We will never get anther dusty, but that doesn't mean he wouldn't want these guys to move on and keep it alive. I say welcome Elwood, do it all in the name of Dusty and you are golden brother! cheers

[@Klaus80804]

You are right - after all it is all Rock-n-Roll!

[@lonniebrowell7644]

You go Elwood. I love zztop and am thinking Dusty wouldn't have it any other way than to have you keep zztop together. I look forward to seeing y'all soon next time you happen to be in Tupelo, MS. Thanks for being there for zztop.

[@toddbishop1139]

Just saw ZZ Top last night. Elwood, Thank you. You are the one. I do not believe there could be anybody else. You belong. You can see it in Billy's eyes when you are playing together. He is grateful as I am sure Frank and Dusty (RIP) are too. Great show! ZZ Top lives Whoot Whoot!

[@patotmaster3484]

Congratulations to Mr. Elwood Francis! He's already been a part of the band to some degree so this seems like a real natural progression. Very cool decision and they didn't miss a beat. This lineup played just a few days after Dusty's passing, and it's great that he was able to choose his own replacement. Rock on, ZZ Top!

[@MF-fd2zg]

I saw them for the first time last Sunday. I was blown away at how great they sounded. They were super tight and the guitar and bass really came through. Billy's voice is awesome. I never saw Dusty play live but Elwood seems to sit back quite a bit more which is fine. I'm glad they are still out there.

[@PozerAdultRacingTeam]

I was a Leary of him joining the band. But a video I saw totally changed my mind.

[@FireBladeRR-RSP]

Just seen them in CT Wednesday and I was blown away… Such a great show!! 🎸⚡️🎸⚡️🎸⚡️🎸

[@julienceaser]

Thanks for the 411 on Elwood... He's a perfect fit, if don't have the gig looked down... I'm sure he soon will... He's taking the role and paying tribute to Dusty the way all it should be done. With all the love and respect Dusty and the fans deserve. RIP Dusty and God Bless Elwood.

[@RiverDocs]

Well said! Thanks for watching!

[@julienceaser]

@@RiverDocs My pleasure.. you just earned a new subscriber.. Keep Rocking!

[@MD-zo7cl]

I watched Atlanta Rythem Section open up for ZZ TOP in Chicago "76". International Amphitheater. THAT WAS EXCELLENT😁 Looking forward to more❤Dusty is in HEAVEN🙏

[@rob8482]

Great news, RIP Dusty! I have grabbed the ZZ TOP when I want to jamb for 50 years! What a band! Great info, thanks!

[@chrisrainey3588]

I saw ZZ TOP for the first time a couple of months after the passing of Dusty at Stir concert cove in Council Bluffs, IA this past summer, 2021. Never a huge fan of theirs. Until I saw them that night. Liked most of their songs. But seeing them in person! Elwood did an outstanding job filling in! Gave me a new great appreciation for ZZ TOP! Hope to see them again!

[@geegeemcgee9135]

Wow! Thank you for sharing your honest truth. I'm glad you finally gave them a shot, but it's too bad you never got to see Dust.

[@samian3553]

Not only has Elwood been guitar tech for billy and dusty for decades , he also plays guitar and harmonica and sings on Billy's solo efforts such as big bad blues and hardware . Very talented musician in his own right and mostly and most important, he was asked by dusty to keep the bottom thumping for him. Only guy that could do it and is doing it great.

[@denisestinnett8904]

Nothing like seeing and hearing the Top spin! I too thought it was over, but shine on Elwood! The Top still has some turns 🌬🔥

[@flapjackson6077]

That was a great introduction to Elwood Francis! Turns out he’s my age. My son and I play guitar (I mostly play drums though), and we’ve got tickets to see ZZ this summer in Johnstown PA. Floor seats 10 rows back. It’s been 40 years since I saw them at Cap Centre in Maryland. I’m looking forward to seeing them in a 3,000 seat venue instead of sitting halfway across an 18,000 seat arena! Great band! Can’t wait to see Elwood kicking it with boys! Looki

[@smokeyray5017]

Rock on fellas.Thank you for a lifetime of solid music!

[@jimmymurphy7789]

This is very nice of you to do this for Dusty, Elwood & the rest of the Top. Thanks so much. RIP Dusty.

[@ytusersumone]

I think like this: Now we have four souls in the ZZ TOP spirit on stage.

[@G.F.Browning]

He absolutely does, I've seen them twice this year alone and both times it was fantastic, Elwood definitely brings a new injection of energy to the band in all the best ways!

[@tranems6065]

The "Little Ole Band from Texas" are the BEST!!! My personal favorite without any doubt! Very happy to see and hear that Elwood was able to fill a portion of a void in the band. As we all know, Dusty will never be replaced, but his rhythm is able to continue on. I can not imagine the void that Billy and Frank feel without Dusty. Gentlemen keep pressing on!! The songs, lyrics, and vibe your band has given people over the last fifty years will never be replaced or duplicated. Your band has touched the lives of people from your age group to the current kids today. I can attest to this and have witnessed this as a forty year old father with a 5 year old son. He jams to ZZ top every time he hears the band on any media. Just dropping a line to keep the movement and motivation going.

[@RiverDocs]

Well said!! Thanks for watching!

[@CarlMcClure-ct4hr]

I'm a Lexington, Ky punk rocker from the 80's, Elwood was the first person to show me how to tune my bass guitar. We still keep in touch and I am honored to call him my friend, his contribution to the music scene is legendary. It's a tough gig to fill Dusty's boots and I have all the respect in the world for him. Thank you for taking the time to produce this video!

[@RiverDocs]

You're welcome. Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. I am hoping to get another video going here very soon on Elwood. He deserves some more good words coming up on his 2 year anniversary with the band!

[@ZootSuitCooter]

I've seen ZZ Top live more than any other band. I don't remember when or where but at one concert Billy broke a string and said something like, "I gotta fix my geetar". So this dude with spiked hair walked onstage, took the guitar and returned about a minute later with a new string. Well, I'll be darned, that was Elwood Francis. ^^^ LOL

[@joebiglousanchez8266]

Seen them in Sturgis, just a few days after Dusty's passing and back home in McAllen, Texas just a few months ago and they we're amazing, thank you for the memories and music.

[@novarob]

Never a relacement for Dusty, but glad to hear he is keeping the ZZ train a runnin. Thank you Elwood! Brings to mind another Blues guy named Elwood. Keep ROCKIN Brother!

[@ChrisPC11]

I'm going to see ZZ Top for the first time, this August. Unfortunately, I never got to see Dusty while he was in the band, but I have MASSIVE RESPECT for his work, dedication to his craft, and all the years he spent while he was alongside Billy and Frank, in ZZ Top. Great video btw. I can't tell you how thankful I am, that ZZ Top is still alive as a band, thanks to Elwood's participation and presence in the group. From what I can tell from various videos here on KZbin, he brings his own flavor and pizazz to the table to compliment the band. I look forward to seeing the band rock it out in August!!!!! God Bless & RIP Dusty Hill. Thank you again, Elwood, and thank you Billy and Frank for continuing to keep playing, making music, and keeping the spirit of Texas Rock & Roll alive and well.

[@RiverDocs]

Thank you for watching and your comment!

[@WillKellyHardKnocksGtrs]

Elwood is a good friend of mine, I've known him for over a dozen years. Kind, low key, humble and funny dude ... very generous with his time and friendship. I'm so happy Dusty and Billy chose him over any one else. He's a great hang, and that's the most important thing on the road ....

[@lauriegarrigan7277]

Saw ZZ-Top in August 2022 & Elwood was awesome! 👍🎼 Perfect fit to keep their tunes alive & Dusty’s memory💕

[@bigsidable]

Thank you so much. That Little Ole Band from Texas. Who sang me to sleep and woke me up. With their BADASS MUSIC. Thank you.

[@marvinacklin792]

He is a grass roots musician … has a great pedigree…he’s got style…he’s got chin whiskers…thank you for the update…I’m sure that he has Dusty’s blessing…

[@isaachernandez7619]

I just saw them last night and Elwood was amazing ! He’s not Dusty but man is he the perfect fit. They sounded sooooo good !!!!

[@ErynM75]

Saw ZZTop in December 2021 and OMGosh---They were on fire! It is well worth the money to see them in concert!

[@benparry5318]

I remember Ellwood being the guitar tech for Top when I saw them in early 97. I also remember an article in Guitar World around the same time about Billy and Ellwood being "The Guitar Snatchers".

[@h.l.westlake2587]

I know Billy G. and what I know is, he is compassionate, humorous and a true gentleman. I'm sure he truly wants everyone to continue to enjoy ZZ Top and keep on rollin for many more years. Nice to see that you took the time to create such a thoughtful video about the new cat on the block. Blessings to all, H.L. 🎶

[@RiverDocs]

Thank you.

[@tommychicago1381]

Saw him in Scottsdale AZ a couple of months ago, very good show - Elwood jammed! Would definitely see them again (& again). Great show. ZZ Top is the real deal.

[@RiverDocs]

I am looking forward to them getting down south and I will for sure go and see them again. I have seen them 5 times in my life but now with the change and from what I have seen got to at least see them one more time myself. Hopefully the hit the southern states later on this year.

[@b.lemire7453]

I met Elwood at ZZ's show in Hampton, NH this summer. He's a super nice guy and the concert was amazing.

[@mikeenos4040]

I am a big ZZ top fan and have been from there beginning.. Amazing how they stayed together for all those years. This guy has big boots to fill.. ZZ at there best was the first 3 or 4 albums in my opinion.. if you really want to hear Billy at his best listen to there 1st album and it's in my opinion was the best . Of course they changed over the years and that's not a bad thing just different like another band.. I sad that Dusty passed and may he RIP.. But nobody can replace him he was such a foundation of the band . But life goes on the world doesn't stop turning.. I am sure he will do a good job to keep ZZ going. But we will miss Dusty he was a part of the three part recipe that made ZZ It would be an honor to play his part for anyone. So congrats to Elwood on his new gig..

[@RiverDocs]

I also liked the earlier songs best. I guess my favorite albums were Tres Hombres and then Fandango. Loved that live intro on Thunderbird. Thanks for the post Mike enjoyed it.

[@bettyjensen7635]

That was a Mighty long text there Mike but so are the story of ZZ top.. I swear I can word for word sing along Tres Hombres & Fandango Bettina'67

[@mikeenos4040]

@@bettyjensen7635 Yes I get reminiscing and get a little windy..lol But I remember being in Okinawa on R&R from Vietnam and this guy had the biggest stereo system I have ever seen at that time ,and had it cranked loud and played the 1st album and was hooked on ZZ top .. And that was many moons ago.. yes I am a big fan ..... dam I am getting old...

[@XxJj95xX]

I just saw Elwood perform over the weekend 7-30-22 in Cincinnati with ZZ Top and they were ALL Amazing!!! Nobody will ever be able to replace Dusty but Elwood does a great job of respecting Dusty and being able to hold the line for him so that way Billy and Frank can still do their thing!!

[@veggiegirl3848]

Nice job of explaining the history! Thank you.

[@RiverDocs]

You're very welcome.

[@jackhammer7824]

Opening show for McNickels arena In Denver 1976 was ZZ TOP . LAST show before demolition of McNickels ZZ top !! I had to help my buddy walk Out on the first show. He drank too Much thinking getting smashed was The way to enjoy a concert. Damn fool Cost me the chance to meet the band As my older sister was back stage. She Worked as a secretary for the promoter Berry fey.

[@HoustonRoad]

@@RiverDocs subscribed boom!

[@RiverDocs]

@@HoustonRoad Thank you. Mucho appreciated!!

[@betohs]

Elwood has been part of the zz top family for years ...hes thee right dude for the job!!!!

[@michaeldy3157]

He did a fine job here in colorado springs on june 19th 2022. Dusty is gone. But zz had to go on. Alcatraz is a underrated metal band from the 80s as well

[@ann-mariefulmore1287]

I've recently seen a ZZ Top concert with Elwood and I really, really enjoyed it . Best concert I've ever been too!❤️🙂

[@jessealvarado4319]

Thank you Elwood

[@peacemusic6512]

Right on!! Thank you for the post,, Much Appreciation!!!

[@RiverDocs]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@JerseyMiller]

It just feels right that Elwood is carrying the torch for Dusty. RIP Dusty Hill and long live Elwood Frances!

[@alexrivera3113]

WOW, as a life long Top fan I love this video and appreciate it so much. The story is incredible and so profound. Al though Dusty and the original ZZ top can never be replaced Elwood can most certainly help create a new era in the history and appears to check every box to fulfill that role.

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks for watching!

[@garyh.238]

I saw Elwood playing alongside of Billy & Frank at a ZZ Top show in British Columbia, Canada about 5 weeks ago. He did a fine job on bass and fit in well with the band. From what I could see and hear, the audience approved! ZZ Top lives on!

[@Trial212]

My wife, son and I are big ZZ fans just like millions of other folks. I heard that Elwood got his start as a punk rocker and then Joe Perry's guitar tech. That's all I knew. But with that info we saw ZZ last summer in Pennsylvania. We were NOT disappointed!! The MAN CAN PLAY!!! THANKS ELWOOD for having the kahunas to step in and fill The Dust's huge shoes!!! You did Yourself, Dusty, Billy & Frank proud!! Not to mention all of us ZZ Top fans!!!! Legend has it that after he played his last gig and was clearly hurting Dusty told Billy that the "show must go on". Don't know if that legend is true, but the show has certainly continued on!!! Bryan

[@brianhartsell4085]

Thank you Sir for this video. ZZ Top was one of my Mom's favorite groups. I can remember her playing the album Fandango on our old 8 track stereo. Mom's been gone now, about 6 years. It bothered me too here that Dusty had passed. I was fortunate to take my Mom and Dad to see ZZ Top on their Antenna tour, where a rowdy group of Southern guys opened for them, Jackyl was the band, some may not have, but I enjoyed these guys too. So did my parents. But anyway, my Mom loved ZZ Top and was so glad we got to see them. I'm so glad they're keeping it going. Thanks again, just wanted to share a little memory of mine.

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks for sharing. Glad it brought back some good memories. Jackyl played down here at a Harley Bike Week. It was outside and about 5000 people. I thought they were good too. Enjoyed them.

[@goatboy150]

I love me some Jackyl.

[@brianhartsell4085]

@@goatboy150 Me too!

[@barryklinedinst6233]

I'm just glad ZZ Top is still playing their awesome music. We are seeing them and Skynyrd in Hershey. Yesterday I ran across a video of them on u tube. I can't wait . They had one of the best videos on u tube. So the new fella is my age.

[@greggriffin2576]

Thank you Elwood for keeping the TOP rolling!!!!!!! RIP Dusty!

[@jacobpugh4096]

Thank you for this. I've been a ZZTop fan since I was in the single digits. I was lucky enough to see them in Louisville Kentucky years ago. It was a kick in the gut when Dusty passed. But, I am truly thankful that they're continuing on and Elwood is keeping that groove going. I'm sure Dusty is smiling down knowing that Billy and Frank are still playing the music that he helped create.

[@RiverDocs]

You're welcome!! Thanks for watching!

[@ronmason8453]

Nicely done. You’ve got a good speaking style for a documentary.

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks Ron I appreciate it. I enjoy making these docs. Thank you for watching.

[@James-s2k1k]

I'm an Englishman from Ashford in Kent UK and this video just gave me a nice warm feeling in my heart, love to see people with such a passion for music and Elwood seems to have it. Thanks for sharing that video man!!!

[@RiverDocs]

You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed it

[@gergemall]

He’s been amazing. Working hard. Good videos about how Elwood maintained the guitars . Thank you for the backstory.

[@RiverDocs]

You're welcome!

[@drg6161]

I saw them the other night and they were fantastic. Still rocking away

[@homegrownnotes6118]

I saw them just last night in the Harrisburg Pennsylvania area! Elwood did an amazing job giving ZZ Top that same drive we’re all accustom to from that “Little old band from Texas”! Yeah, I miss Dusty and who doesn’t?… But I think ZZ in hands with Elwood!

[@randymain298]

I did as well...awesome show!

[@CB3Music]

I agree fully! Good job, Elwood!

[@ampersandmcvinegar5681]

First time I saw Elwood was on the PG rig rundown. Instant love.

[@joekurtz8303]

With a handle like Elwood, you can't go wrong, almost like a .mission from God, ZZ CANT FAIL.! Keep the Faith, a good Tech knows the background & sound. Hand Picked Destiny.🎸

[@cuda426hemi]

It's like they hired the NAME and he so happened to play a good Bass, too - how can an Elwood NOT be in ZZ Top?

[@robinmurray9801]

My father was an Elwood..nobody ever knew the meaning of the name or where it came from.

[@mr.reefer8955]

Elwood is not his real name and the story of how he got it is a funny one but I won’t tell it cause I’m not sure he would want me to