Billy Gibbons is an iconic American musician, singer, songwriter, and actor, best known as the lead guitarist and vocalist of the rock band ZZ Top. Renowned for his blues-infused guitar style, deep voice, and signature long beard, Gibbons has made a significant impact on rock and blues music. Here’s a detailed look at his life and career:
### Early Life
- **Birth**: William Frederick Gibbons was born on December 16, 1949, in Houston, Texas, USA.
- **Musical Beginnings**: Gibbons developed an interest in music at a young age, influenced by his father, who was an entertainer and orchestra condu
...ctor. He received his first guitar at age 13 and quickly immersed himself in the blues.
### Pre-ZZ Top
- **The Moving Sidewalks**: Before forming ZZ Top, Gibbons was a member of the psychedelic rock band The Moving Sidewalks. The band achieved some success in the late 1960s and opened for Jimi Hendrix on his first American tour.
### Formation and Success of ZZ Top
- **Formation**: ZZ Top wShow more