Frank Beard of ZZ Top is missing the band's current tour because of health issues. In this photo, the drummer performs during ...

The band released a statement on social media back in March when it was first announced that Beard was stepping away.

ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard will sit out the band’s Down Under tour as he continues physical therapy to treat unspecified health issue.

Due to recommendations from "medical personnel," Frank Beard won't tour Australia with the iconic rockers this month or in ...

“Shelter Music Group, ZZ Top’s management ... percussionist and drummer, John Douglas, for the interim. Mr. Douglas has maintained a close relationship with Beard and the bandmates, having ...

ZZ Top will bring a hatful of hits to Tuscaloosa, including "Sharp Dressed Man," "Tube Snake Boogie," "Legs," "La Grange" and ...

Douglas, like Francis, was a long-time member of ZZ Top's crew before stepping into the spotlight. He also stood in for Beard ...

"Beard's continued physical therapy has shown to be very effective in dealing with the issue that caused him to leave the ...

ZZ Top seems to go a generation between its tour stops in Terre Haute, yet the leader of “That Little Ol’ Band From Texas” hasn’t forgotten its performances on Hoosier soil. Guitar legend Billy ...