ZZ Top from public appearances. Gibbons traveled to Europe, Beard went to Jamaica, and Hill went to Mexico. The break extended to two years, during which Gibbons and Hill grew chest-length beards. In 1979, ZZ Top signed with Warner Bros. Records and released the album "Degüello". While the album went platinum, it only reached number 24 on the "Billboard" chart. The album produced two popular singles: "I Thank You", a cover of a song recorded by Sam & Dave, and "Cheap Sunglasses". The band remained a popular concert attraction and toured in support of "Degüello". In April 1980, ZZ Top made their
A Tribute to Carl Albert these tapes. This is our last album with Carl. It's as raw as can be. "No Overdubs". We put it together to feel like one Show! VR is Forever!!! With Carl's spirit we will carry on as a band." "This album is dedicated to the Best Singer & Friend in the World" Carl Albert 1962–1995 A Tribute to Carl Albert A Tribute to Carl Albert is a live album by heavy metal band Vicious Rumors, released in 1995. This live album is a compilation of recordings done in 1994 during their European Tour and put together as a tribute to