Billy F Gibbons: Rock + Roll Gearhead

Fantastic quality book, great pics and content.

Almost unique as the band itself, lead man Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top has penned this stylized book of special profiles about himself, the band, their work, their history and his lavish taste of classic cars and hot rods.Throw in a potpourri of everything from his guitar arsenal to various page poses of 'chicas' (including the ones from ZZ Top's groundbreaking videos) and you have a fascinating spread of the Tex-Mex experience, ala Billy G. In fact, he even prints a handwritten copy of his "Rev Willy's Killadilla Renegade Guacamole" recipe! This coffee table hardcover is a non-stop page turner and a 'must have' for any ZZ Top aficionado.Particularly fascinating are the early pictures of a cherubic Gibbons playing in his first bands, starting at 15 and then evolving throughout the decades as, finally, the bearded, master axeman that he is today. There are tales from the band's tours, the video and recording sessions plus the influences on his life, both personally and professionally. There's even space allotted for Gibbons' favorite custom guitar maker, John Bolin, who shares his knowledge of what Mr. G seeks in his guitars.It's hard not to leaf through the book without a constant smile. ZZ Top is raw Americana, characterized in Texas style by spirit and song. There will not be another like them.

I Just received this oversized hardbound treasure and four hours later, yeah, i'm still drooling over it... Folks, you wont be disappointed. I'll break it down for ya'll: Rev Billy produced a gem of a book for ZZ Top fans, Hod Rod addicts, and vintage/custom guitar junkies. Broken down into these three sections respectively. Expect to find an in-depth historical of the band, by the man himself, which covers the group's earliest gigs to the latest release, post superstardom. BFG's storytelling is genuine. Not to mention that its packed with documented proof, lots of vintage photos, and momentos alike. Hot Rods and customs are offered up in oversized and vivid photography, in outstanding backdrops, and dished up with plenty of..um, eye candy. The reverend has, undoubtedly, a collection of the rarest guitars in the world. Sixty plus pages of road worn vintage axes from Gibson, Fender, Gretsch and others. (Hey, where's the amps?) Hoards of wild custom axes too. VERY Nice. Mandatory education for guitar gearheads, and some fine machinery to boot. Five stars![...]

If you want to know about what's cool look no further than Billy F Gibbons of ZZ Top and in this Book Reverend Willie G give us a glimpse into his world. The story is unfolded in Billy's laid back Texas manner. When you read it, it is as if Billy is talking to you over a good cup of Mexican coffee or a Texas beer or two. The pictures are amazing starting with the early days of Billy's career when he was a young kid playing a '59 Gibson Melody Maker on to the Moving sidewalks, to the early days of ZZ Top to the present. The Eye candy in this book is enough to make you want to move to Texas. The rare cars and guitars are absolutely breathtaking. This book is a must for any ZZ Top fan, Rock n Roll Fan or anyone who loves cool cars,amazing guitars and fine looking ladies,it's all here in abundance. The title "Rock N Roll Gearhead" says it all. I highly recommend it.

Let's not beat around the bush; this book is a must for any serious ZZ Top fan. That said, it's a little disappointing because there are no new anecdotes about Billy's life with ZZ that anybody who's read interviews or album liners doesn't already know. Much is made of the Rev's mucial life before ZZ, and Dusty and Frank are mentioned only briefly, almost as an afterthought. I guess I expected more stories about touring with the band, how they get along, how they write. The writing style is a little bit tedious also. Isn't that what ghost writers are for?The photographs, however, are another story. This is a coffee table book with large colorful pictures of Billy and the band, his cars and guitars. The section on guitars is especially good and many of the crazy guitars BFG is seen playing live are described. Check out the license plate on Cadzilla: 8JAPAN. Classic.

If you are a ZZ Top fan, this book is a must read for you--it shows some of the private side of "The Reverend Billy G" and some of his passions on guitar and car collecting--although not really diving into the bands personna as much as I would have liked, seeing this side of one of Rocks "Major" influences was a very nice read---plus it is a nice bargain at Amazon--I was very pleased to get this book--I first saw this book at a guitar show in Orlando and when I was upset at myself for not buying it at the show I went to the Amazon site and purchased it for 15 bucks cheaper! Shazaaam! I had a friend of mine once tell me that before I buy any book to always check Amazon first--I guess she wasn't wrong--anyway--a really nice book that will draw much attention if left on a coffee table when guests are over--

Nice hard copy with case to protest it.

Love this book, gave me a little peek into the life and times of Billy F Gibbons, his passions, his cars, his guitars. Love it !

What an awesome book!! A MUST HAVE for the ZZ Top fan!!

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I bought this book as I have been a long term fan of Billy and ZZ Top and the first edition was a soft backed version which I really did not want. This new release is far better hardbacked and comes with a nice slip case packed with info and great photo's of his cars and guitars and lots of history well worth buying for your collection a great read would have liked more guitar info but overall a nice item.

Just beautiful!!! Top!

superb collection of dream stuff by rev billy!!