#291 ZZ Top – Eliminator (1983) | The Landmark Album That Turned Beards into Gold

#291: Eliminator by ZZ Top (1983)

Rev up your engines for 1983 with ZZ Top’s Eliminator. In this episode of Album Archives, we dive into the Texas trio’s slick, synth-charged masterpiece that redefined their blues-rock roots. From the infectious strut of “Gimme All Your Lovin’” to the high-octane pulse of “Sharp Dressed Man,” this album blends gritty riffs with MTV-ready polish. Join host Steve Epley as we explore its high-tech creation, chart-topping success, and lasting impact on rock’s electrified landscape.

Stream It: Revisit Eliminator on vinyl or your favorite platform. https://open.spotify.com/album/4KW6YVbF8E3kexYcl0k4IK

Next Up: #290 explores Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere by Neil Young..
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