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Born on December 16, 1949, Billy Gibbons is an American musician best known for his role as the guitarist and lead singer of the rock band ZZ Top. His musical career began in the 1960s and continues to this day, celebrated for his unique musical style and stage presence.

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Famous Billy Gibbons Quotes

“My discussion with Keith Richards about the creative process led me to believe that there's an invisible presence of a stream of ever-flowing creativity that we overhear-all you have to do is pull up the antenna and dial it in. This presence allows you to maintain your sense of origin and move forward.”

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“Lightnin' Hopkins taught us, "the rubber on a wheel is faster than the rubber on a heel" and Muddy Waters taught us "you don't have to be the best one; just be a good 'un" .. that just about says it all, always strive to be a good 'un.”

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“Each guitar has its own character and personality, which can be magnified once the player engages in beatin' it up”

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“I too once belived in the heavier gauge string as a superior tone source. However, thanks to the graciousness of B.B. King I learned that a lighter-gauge string offers superior playing comfort ... try it, you may like it.”

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“A blown-out tube ripped some of the grind from the amplifier, throwing us into a momentary tizzy. The unusual sound led me to play unusually, and the recorded take turned out to be a keeper. Insriration can come from the most unlikely places ... keep your head on and your ears open.”

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“Sounds like the blues are composed of feeling, finesse, and fear.”

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Born: December 16, 1949
Known for: Musician
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