ZZ Top was inducted by Keith Richards of The Rolling Stones into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on March 15, 2004. They allegedly declined, saying "We're too ugly without 'em In 1984, the Gillette Company reportedly offered Gibbons and Hill $1 million each to shave their beards for a television commercial. Gibbons and Hill, who appear as twin frontmen wear chest-length untrimmed beards, although drummer Frank Beard has only a trimmed mustache. The pair favor wearing similar black clothing (usually biker leathers) and various head gear which often include cowboy hats, baseball caps, and bandannas. Gibbons and Hill often use the same synchronized dance moves while performing onstage, and with few exceptions appear in public wearing sunglasses. Their signature style of dress and accessories are hard to miss. The bandmates' image has been as unchanging and memorable as their music. ZZ Top retained the services of the same manager, Bill Ham, until September, 2006. The trio's original lineup has been intact for over 40 years their longevity together of 41 years. Comprising of Billy Gibbons (vocals and guitar), Dusty Hill (vocals, bass, and keyboards), and Frank Beard (drums and percussion) ZZ Top is an American blues rock band, formed in 1969 in Houston, Texas.
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