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16 Years Ago: Foo Fighters' 'The Colour and the Shape' Album Released

Michael Gallucci — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:19:15 +0000

In many ways, Foo Fighters’ second album, ‘The Colour and the Shape,’ is really their first. Or at least their first as a real band. Dave Grohl made the group’s 1995 self-titled debut as a solo project -- basically demos recorded by himself in a Seattle studio with a producer in less than a week. Grohl played all of the instruments (except for one guitar part) and dug up a handful of old songs he had written when he was in Nirvana. The new songs he wrote tried to come to terms with Kurt Cobain’s death. Foo Fighters weren’t supposed to be the next chapter in Grohl’s career, but they turned out that way.

Corrosion of Conformity, Randy Blythe and Dave Grohl Look to Collaborate on a New Project

KC — Fri, 10 May 2013 00:10:46 +0000

Take a little Corrosion of Conformity, toss in some Lamb of God and Foo Fighters, and you got yourself a collaboration called Teenage Time Killer. According to Loudwire Singer-bassist Mike Dean and singer-drummer Reed Mullin of hardcore punk veterans Corrosion of Conformity have joined forces with Lamb of God singer Randy Blythe, Foo Fighters frontman [...]

Nikki Sixx Shares Desire for Taylor Hawkins to Play on Sixx: A.M. Album

Chad Childers — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 21:27:26 +0000

One of the things that's limited Sixx: A.M. somewhat in the past is their lack of a drummer, but Nikki Sixx has discussed his desire to make the band more of a priority in the future and that would presumably include finding a drummer to help them out. In a recent tweet, Sixx revealed the musician that's on the top of his wish list, shouting out the Foo Fighters' Taylor Hawkins.

Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl + Taylor Hawkins to Induct Rush into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Gina Vespa — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:27:24 +0000

The 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place on April 18 at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, and the Foo Fighters have been given the honor of inducting Canadian prog rockers Rush at this year’s event.

Guns N' Roses, Foo Fighters + Helmet Rockers Fail Postal Service Auditions in 'Funny or Die' Clip

Chad Childers — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 22:07:43 +0000

One of Coachella's biggest draws this year is the reunion of the indie outfit Postal Service, which features the synth-led sounds of Jimmy Tamborello paired with Death Cab for Cutie frontman Ben Gibbard's vocals. But according to a new Funny or Die video, there were actually several recognizable rockers that tried out for the job before Gibbard was selected.

Foo Fighters Starting New Album Today? Dave Grohl Says So

Joe Robinson — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 16:24:16 +0000

It turns out that Dave Grohl wasn't exaggerating when he said there's "pretty much an entire" new Foo Fighters record ready to record. That news, which came from the mouth of Dave last week, was an exciting surprise for Foo fans who were resigned to the idea that the band would be on an indefinite hiatus while Grohl focuses on his 'Sound City' movie, his supporting Sound City Players all-star band and whatever other activities keep the always-busy rocker busy.

Dave Grohl: Foo Fighters Are Beginning Work on New Album

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 15:53:03 +0000

So much for that Foo Fighters hiatus announced in October 2012! According to frontman Dave Grohl, work on a new Foo Fighters album is set to begin this week. Dave Grohl may be the hardest working man in rock today, having just premiered his ‘Sound City’ documentary, rolling out shows with his Sound City Players [...]

Dave Grohl on New Foo Fighters Album: 'We Have Pretty Much an Entire Record Ready'

Joe Robinson — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 15:34:05 +0000

Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl has been insisting that his band is on hiatus ever since he wrote an open letter to fans announcing as much last fall, but it seems he hasn't been entirely truthful. Despite all the talk of his intentions to "pack it in the garage" for awhile, Grohl is now saying that the Foos already have a new album written.

Dave Grohl: Foo Fighters 'Have Really Awesome Big Plans for the Next Album'

Chad Childers — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:08:48 +0000

Foo Fighters may be on a break, but fans shouldn't fear about their future. First of all, relationships seem to still be intact with the band's members turning up at the musician's recent 'Sound City' concert to help him promote his documentary. And secondly, Dave Grohl himself says that he's got a plan in place for his return to the band.

Foo Fighters Frontman Dave Grohl Set To Guest Host the 'Chelsea Lately' Show

Liz Ramanand — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 23:45:58 +0000

Musician, director, humanitarian - Dave Grohl has been one busy Foo Fighter this year. And now, it has just been revealed via the Foos' Twitter page that the frontman will serve as guest host on the 'Chelsea Lately' show on the E! network tonight (Dec. 6), filling in for the show's usual host, Chelsea Handler.

Eddie Vedder + Dave Grohl Join 12-12-12 Hurricane Sandy Relief Show at Madison Square Garden

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:12:28 +0000

Rockers are getting into the giving spirit and generously donating their time to victims of October's devastating Superstorm Sandy. Pearl Jam singer Eddie Vedder and Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl, as well as Bon Jovi, have been added to the lineup for the 12-12-12 concert, which will benefit the Robin Hood Relief Fund's efforts for victims of Hurricane Sandy.

Dave Grohl Issues Letter to Fans on Band's Hiatus

KC — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 18:29:28 +0000

The Foo Fighters have been going hard on tour for a marathon stretch. They have been touring since the release of their latest album "Wasting Light" in April of 2011. They even made a stop in Missoula in May of 2011. But according to Foo front man, Dave Grohl, "it's a good thing for all of us to go away for a while."

Foo Fighters Play Last Show for a Long While at New York's Global Citizen Festival

Chad Childers — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 15:15:25 +0000

It was a bittersweet moment Saturday night in New York’s Park as the Foo Fighters played an electrifying set at the Global Citizen Festival, but also made the announcement during the show that it will be their last performance for an indefinite period of time. Singer Dave Grohl told the audience, “We’re not making a [...]

Foo Fighters Performance Registers Noise Complaints in Belfast

Chad Childers — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 23:41:26 +0000

There’s no doubt the Foo Fighters rock, and it’s usually pretty hard when they do. But their efforts were not exactly embraced by everyone in the surrounding Belfast area Tuesday night (Aug. 21) as a number of people filed noise complaints during the band’s set on the opening night of Tennant’s Vital festival.

Watch Bonnaroo Live This Weekend, Three Days Grace Posts New Video — Angel's Rock Report

Angel — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 14:33:38 +0000

The 2012 edition of the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival in Manchester Tennessee gets underway this evening with smaller acts like Alabama Shakes and Dale Earnhardt Junior Junior and a series of comedy shows. Friday sees Radiohead headline with Foster the People, Feist, The Avett Brothers, Dawes and Needtobreathe on the bill. Saturday has Red [...]

Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl Leaves Massive Tip in Philly Bar

Angel — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 13:05:22 +0000

We already knew Dave Grohl was not only an amazingly talented & hilarious dude, but also a very kind dude. He proved it once again when he left a bartender a $1,000 tip for serving him ONE drink. Dave was in Philly for a wedding over the long Memorial Day weekend. While there, he stayed [...]

Foo Fighters' Taylor Hawkins Plays Iggy Pop, Sevendust Still Busy — Angel's Rock Report

Angel — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 12:00:02 +0000

Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins will make his film acting debut playing Iggy Pop in CBGB, the upcoming film about the legendary New York club.

Foo Fighters Rock Out With 'SNL' Vets Kristen Wiig, Amy Poehler + More

Jeff Giles — Fri, 25 May 2012 00:42:34 +0000

If you caught the ‘Saturday Night Live‘ season finale last weekend, you know it ended with a high school graduation sketch that doubled as a thinly veiled sendoff/full cast dance party in honor of Kristen Wiig, who’s leaving the cast after seven years. The fun continued in an epic after party featuring musical guests the Foo Fighters, and thanks to footage uploaded by folks who were lucky enough to be there, now you can see some of what went on.

Foo Fighters & Mick Jagger Rock SNL, Chevelle, Halestorm, Rise Against Headed Out On Tour — Angel's Rock Report

Angel — Mon, 21 May 2012 19:10:29 +0000

Mick Jagger‘s first time hosting Saturday Night Live featured memorable music, and The Rolling Stones singer played a wide range of characters in the show’s sketches — and there was one swear word towards the end of the show. Jagger stuck mostly to Stones hits, doing a straightforward take on “The Last Time” backed by [...]

Mick Jagger Joined by Arcade Fire, Foo Fighters + Jeff Beck on 'Saturday Night Live' Season Finale

Chad Childers — Mon, 21 May 2012 03:16:38 +0000

If you’re going out, go out big! That’s exactly what the season finale of ‘Saturday Night Live’ did with its musical guests (and farewell to cast member Kristen Wiig). Rock legend Mick Jagger served as ‘SNL’ host, but the Rolling Stones frontman brought along a few friends. The Foo Fighters, Arcade Fire and Jeff Beck made the evening a night to remember.