"Degüello" means "no quarter" (as in "no surrender to be given or accepted--a fight to the death") in Spanish and was the title of a Moorish-origin bugle call used by Mexican forces at the Battle of the Alamo, Texas, in 1836.
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The 1979 ZZ Top album you mentioned is titled "Degüello," which was released as a 12" vinyl LP. "Degüello" is the sixth studio album by ZZ Top, a rock band known for their blues-infused sound and distinctive bearded appearance. "Degüello" showcases ZZ Top's blend of blues, rock, and boogie influences. The album features Billy Gibbons' gritty guitar work, Dusty Hill's bass lines, and Frank Beard's solid drumming. The band's signature sound is characterized by bluesy guitar riffs, catchy rhythms, and Gibbons' distinctive vocals. The cover artwork for "Degüello" features a red background with the ZZ Top logo prominently displayed. The album's title, "Degüello," appears in white lettering, styled to resemble a bloodied knife blade. The cover design reflects the album's title, which is a reference to the "Degüello" battle cry used during the siege of the Alamo in Texas history. "Degüello" was a commercially successful album for ZZ Top. It reached number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified platinum in the United States. The album's success helped further establish ZZ Top as a prominent rock band. |
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Music Genre: Tex-Mex Blues-Rock |
Description / Collector's info:This album includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, and photo of ZZ Top |
Album Production information:The album: "Degüello" was produced by: Bill Ham |
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Record Label Information: WB (K) 56 701 / HS-1-3361 |
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Media Format: 12" Vinyl Full-Length Stereo Long-Play Gramophone RecordAlbum weight: 230 gram |
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Year and Country: 1979 Made in Germany |
Band Members and Musicians on: ZZ Top Degüello |
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Track Listing of: "Degüello" |
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The Song/tracks on "Degüello" are
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Album cover photos of : ZZ Top Degüello |
| Photo of "Degüello" Album's Front Cover |
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| Photo of "Degüello" Album's Back Cover |
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| Photo of ZZ Top as "The Lone Wolf Horns" on the Inner Sleeve |
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| Photo of "Degüello" Album's Inner Sleeve |
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Photo of "Degüello" Record Label
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| Note: The images on this page are photos of the actual album. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash. |
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