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ZZ Top - Bang Bang Performance at the 1996 Billboard Music Awards

Venue: Billboard Music Awards Location: Las Vegas, NV, United States Date: December 4, 1996

In December 1996, ZZ Top took the stage at the Billboard Music Awards, delivering a spirited live performance of their song "Bang Bang." This performance was sandwiched between their studio albums "Recycler" (released in 1990) and the later offering "Antenna" from 1994. Interestingly, the group's sound had evolved significantly by this point, fusing their classic rock roots with more modern influences, which can be noticed in their energetic stage presence during the awards show. ZZ Top, known for their iconic style and bearded frontmen, were introduced by comedian Chris Rock, adding a layer of entertainment to the event. While the sound quality of the recording leaves something to be desired, the performance reflects the band's enduring appeal in the rock genre during the mid-'90s.

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