Foo Fighters News

Foo Fighters Join Gustavo Dudamel at Hollywood Bowl

Foo Fighters played their first-ever Hollywood Bowl show on Aug. 22, teaming with conductor Gustavo Dudamel, the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Youth Orchestra Los Angeles for a one-off concert built around orchestral arrangements of the band's catalog.

Foo Fighters to open for AC/DC for 'one night only' as Pretty Reckless pull out

Foo Fighters have replaced The Pretty Reckless as the support act at AC/DC's St. Louis show on September 8. The Monkey Wrench rockers will get the crowd amped up when The Power Up Tour comes to The Dome at America’s Center next month.

Dave Grohl's daughter pays tribute to Foo Fighters frontman's ex-girlfriend Jennifer Finch

Dave Grohl's daughter Violet Grohl has paid tribute to his ex-girlfriend Jennifer Finch who has died at the age of 59. The L7 bassist - who dated the Foo

Foo Fighters Select Crew of Skiers for New Music Video, No Snow Required

Not so long ago, a crew of European skiers who go by BPC blew up the internet, basically. In their video, BPC 2, they threw themselves off cliffs, hillsides, and down staircases, all without snow.

Queen's Roger Taylor reveals why his son didn't join Foo Fighters

Queen star Roger Taylor has revealed why Dave Grohl didn't recruit his drummer son Rufus Taylor for the Foo Fighters. Grohl had to search for a replacement

Foo Fighters' backstage routine includes naps, Lego builds and a pre‑gig cocktail hour

Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl has revealed that the band’s pre‑show routine is far more low‑key than fans might expect. Grohl said the group - who release their 12th studio album, Your Favourite Toy, on Friday (24.04.26) - often rests before heading on stage, explaining to BBC music correspondent Mark Savage: “We do nap sometimes.

20 space-themed music videos that shaped pop’s sci-fi obsession

Over the years, many artists have shown a clear fascination with outer space, often turning that interest into a visual theme in their music videos. From distant planets and futuristic spacecraft to robots and extraterrestrial creatures, space-inspired visuals have been a recurring creative choice across genres.

Dave Grohl Finally Explains Why Foo Fighters Unceremoniously Axed Drummer Josh Freese in 2025

It doesn’t feel like it, but almost a year has passed since drummer Josh Freese was booted out of the Foo Fighters. The decision still stirs up lots of emotions for both fans and the band.

Foo Fighters announce new album Your Favorite Toy - listen to the album's title track now

Foo Fighters have released Your Favorite Toy, the lead single and title track from their upcoming 12th studio album The biting track marks the band’s first release of 2026 and introduces a sharper, more unsettling edge to their sound.

Foo Fighters revive Mariah Carey's grunge songs

The Foo Fighters teamed up with Taylor Momsen to revive Mariah Carey's lost grunge songs. Dave Grohl's band took to the stage at the 2026 MusiCares Person

20 notable bands and artists to see on tour in 2026

The concert scene, spanning several mainstream genres, has something for everybody. Here's our list of some can't-miss tours highlighting the 2026 live slate.

Trent Reznor explains 'drummer swap' with Foo Fighters

Nine Inch Nails ended up swapping drummers with Foo Fighters because it "just made sense". Josh Freese - who had previously played with NIN - was drafted into Dave Grohl's band following the death of longtime drummer Taylor Hawkins in 2002, but he was dismissed from the group in the summer and was replaced by NIN star Ilan Rubin.

Foo Fighters and Nine Inch Nails have swapped drummers

Two high profile rock bands have new drummers. 

Foo Fighters celebrate 30th anniversary with new song

Foo Fighters are looking for a new drummer again

The Foo Fighters will be in the market for a new drummer. 

30 alternative rock albums turning 30 in 2025

In 1995, grunge was fizzling out, but there were still several bands hanging on. Indie darlings were being signed to major labels to fill the void and albums released in the trip-hop, noise rock, electronica, post-hardcore, and industrial genres all fit comfortably under the alt rock umbrella.

Who are the 25 best bass players of all time?

Spanning all genres and generations, narrowing down the 25 best bass players of all time is never easy. We gave it a go.

Kraken goalie pays tribute to Seattle grunge bands with fancy new mask

Seattle Kraken goaltender Chris Driedger revealed a unique new helmet this week, which pays tribute to two legendary bands tied to the city's historic grunge scene.

Jason Sudeikis stars as synchronized swimming coach in Foo Fighters’ 'Love Dies Young' video

We're used to seeing a mustached Jason Sudeikis encouraging fictional athletes by now, as Ted Lasso has swept the world off its feet. Leave it to the Foo Fighters to add an unexpected twist.

Foo Fighters announce 'STUDIO 666' horror comedy film, which 'they shot in secret'

There isn't an artistic medium that Dave Grohl won't conquer.

The definitive Foo Fighters Playlist

Here are our picks to fill out the essential Foo Fighters playlist. In order of the way, the songs should be heard.