Dusty Hill, a man who had played bass in ZZ Top for over 50 years, died today in his sleep at the age of 72.
Billy Gibbons and Frank Beard of ZZ Top released this 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.”
I found him to be a great guy and a fun interview in the times I was lucky enough to chat with him. Listen to my Spotify podcast (above) where I tell a couple of memorable stories from his career, and share a funny story from my last interview with Hill.
