Dusty Hill Archives
Remembering Frank Beard With ZZ Top’s “Waitin’ for the Bus” Live in Chicago
In memory of Frank Beard, we look back at ZZ Top at Crossroads 2010, with Dusty Hill and Beard showing why their rhythm section was one of rock’s best.
ZZ Top’s Elwood Francis Reflects on Losing Frank Beard and Dusty Hill
ZZ Top’s Elwood Francis remembers Frank Beard and Dusty Hill in an emotional tribute as the legendary Texas band prepares to return to the road.
Adam Clayton, John McVie & Dusty Hill Basses Hit the Auction Block
Julien’s Auctions’ 2026 Music Icons event will feature basses from Adam Clayton, John McVie, Dusty Hill, Jack Blades, David Ellefson, and more.
Dusty Hill, John McVie, and Paul McCartney Basses Fetch Six Figures at Christie’s
Historic basses from the Jim Irsay Collection sold at Christie’s, including instruments owned by Dusty Hill, John McVie, and Paul McCartney.
Paul McCartney’s Record-Setting Yamaha BB-1200 Leads Auction With Basses by Dusty Hill and John McVie
Christie’s upcoming Jim Irsay Collection auction includes legendary basses from Paul McCartney, Dusty Hill, and John McVie.
Just Released: The Big, Mean Sound of Dusty Hill’s Bass at Rockpalast 1980
Dusty Hill’s big, mean bass tone is on full display in ZZ Top’s newly released 1980 Rockpalast set, showing true Texas groove.
Julien’s Auctions Announces “The Collection of Dusty Hill of ZZ Top Part II”
Last month, Julien’s Auctions sold off a great deal of late ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill‘s basses, wardrobe, and memorabilia. Now the event has an encore as they’ve announced “The Collection of Dusty Hill of ZZ Top Part II.”
Dusty Hill’s 1953 Precision Becomes Second Highest Selling Bass in History
Julien’s Auctions has released the results of the “The Collection of Dusty Hill of ZZ Top” auction, and the figures are staggering.
Dusty Hill’s Furry Bass, ’53 Precision, And More Up For Auction
Two years after his passing, ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill’s collection is going up for sale. Julien’s Auctions has announced “The Collection of Dusty Hill of ZZ Top,” which features nearly 1,200 lots of his items.
Dusty Hill To Be Featured on Upcoming ZZ Top Album
Billy Gibbons revealed that ZZ Top is working on a new studio album, and that both Dusty Hill and Elwood Francis will be featured on the record.
ZZ Top Unveils New Album with the Late Dusty Hill, “RAW Whiskey Tour” Dates
ZZ Top has announced a new album, “RAW”, that will be released on July 22nd. It features the group’s classic lineup of Billy Gibbons, Frank Beard, and Dusty Hill. The current lineup, with Elwood Francis on bass, has also announced a new tour.
Dusty Hill’s Bass and Vocals Will Be On Next ZZ Top Album
Dusty Hill may have passed away last month, but we haven’t heard the last of him. ZZ Top guitarist Billy Gibbons revealed that Hill had already recorded his bass parts as well as vocals for an upcoming album.