ZZ Top: An Enduring Legacy of Blues-Rock

ZZ Top, the iconic blues-rock band, showcased their timeless energy during a recent performance at the Palace Theatre in Albany as part of their Elevation tour. Despite the passing of bassist Dusty Hill in 2021, the group, now featuring Elwood Francis as his successor, continues to deliver the vibrant spirit of rock that fans have come to love. The trio, which has maintained the same lineup for over five decades, kicked off the show with the electrifying "Got Me Under Pressure" from their landmark 1983 album, "Eliminator." Known for their striking appearance?Gibbons and Hill in matching outfits and beards, while drummer Frank Beard stays clean-shaven?the band gained massive popularity in the 1980s thanks to their innovative music videos on MTV. Fans were treated to classic hits like ?Legs? and ?Sharp Dressed Man,? alongside earlier favorites like ?I Thank You.? The night concluded with a powerful rendition of ?La Grange,? solidifying ZZ Top?s status as a unique and cherished American musical institution.