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The Quiet Heartbeat of ZZ Top | Huntsville News
Frank Beard, ZZ Top’s unsung rhythm master and Texas-born heartbeat, has passed away—leaving behind a legacy of quiet brilliance. While Billy and Dusty dazzled with their beards and swagger, Frank kept the groove alive with his naturally innovative backbeat, essential to the band’s iconic sound. A cartoonist who once got backstage with him recalls Frank’s love for anonymity—he joked he could shop without being mobbed, unlike his bearded bandmates. From playing behind strippers in ’60s Fort Worth to staying grounded amid ’80s fame, Frank thrived in the shadows, cherishing his freedom to blend…
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