ZZ Top bassist Elwood Francis has posted an update, introducing the world to his new two-string bass. Francis was formerly the band’s guitar tech: the man tasked with maintaining their fuzzy guitars ( ...
Elwood Francis on the origins of his 17-string bass – and why he regrets it becoming a ZZ Top staple
In 2022, ZZ Top guitar tech-turned-bassist Francis Elwood made headlines throughout the guitar press and beyond when he whipped out an almighty 17-string bass guitar with the Texas blues-rock legends.
As American Songwriter reported, ZZ Top’s bassist Elwood Francis played an odd-looking 17-string bass at the band’s recent show on November 5 for the rock group’s 1983 song, “Got Me Under Pressure.” ...
Fans who saw ZZ Top during their recent tour stop in Huntsville, Ala. witnessed an unusual sight, as bassist Elwood Francis briefly performed using an oversized 17-string bass. The mammoth instrument ...
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