Frank Beard ZZ Top Drummer Remembered | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

Frank Beard, ZZ Top’s legendary drummer and the steady heartbeat behind hits like “Sharp Dressed Man,” has died at 77, surrounded by family at his Texas ranch. His innovative backbeat was essential to the band’s iconic sound, which sold over 50 million records and defined rock with its unmistakable style—especially the beards that became their signature after a three-year break. Formed in ’69 with Billy Gibbons and Dusty Hill, ZZ Top ruled MTV with bold visuals and enduring anthems, leaving a legacy echoed by drummers like Brad Wilk and Matt Sorum. Though Dusty Hill passed in 2021, Beard’s…