Foos Files: A Foo Fighters Podcast

• 008 | Analysing the drumming styles of Dave Grohl, Taylor Hawkins and Josh Freese (w/ Boll3t)

  Sign up to the Foos Files newsletter for free bonus content.--SummaryFoo Fighters' line-up has featured three modern drumming greats.In this episode, we jump behind the kit with Boll3t - drummer in California-based tribute band Fooz Fighters - to dissect the unique playing styles of Dave Grohl, Taylor Hawkins and Josh Freese.Boll3t gives his take on how each drummer's approach, energy and technique has helped shape the sound of the Foo Fighters. We also hear about the Brazilian-born musician's career as a producer and songwriter, his forthcoming solo album - and how Fooz Fighters have been in high demand across the United States since their successful appearance on the TV show 'Clash of the Cover Bands'. Topics DiscussedSuccess in Brazil with Hecatombe and FX2Boll3t's upcoming solo album'Clash of the Cover Bands'Dave, Taylor and Josh's playing stylesHis favourite Foo Fighters songs to playMore from Foos FilesFollow us on Instagram and Threads.Share your Foo Fighters stories: [email protected]

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• 007 | Storytellers #2: How a five-year-old Foos fan stole the show in Belfast (w/ Daniel Blackburn)

  Sign up to the Foos Files newsletter for free bonus content.--SummaryA five-year-old boy from Northern Ireland was given a first concert experience like no other when the Foo Fighters came to Belfast in 2019.Daniel Blackburn explains how he and wife Nikki made a last-minute decision to take their son Taylor to see their favourite band.Little did they know he would end up taking centre stage after catching the attention of Dave Grohl.Could you be our next Storyteller? Email us on [email protected] DiscussedThe late decision to take Taylor to the concertBeing invited on stage by Dave GrohlDaniel and Taylor's reflections of the experienceMore from Foos FilesFollow us on Instagram and Threads.Share your Foo Fighters stories: [email protected]

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• 006 | Sending love letters to the Foo community (w/ Foo Fighters Live writer Kirri Liepins)

  Sign up to the Foos Files newsletter for free bonus content.--SummaryKirri Liepins is the head writer and Instagram curator for the independent fan website Foo Fighters Live.As well as writing articles for the website, Kirri - based in Newcastle, Australia - posts daily Foo Fighters content which she describes as "love letters to the Foo community".Foo Fighters Live features a vast archive of live recordings, setlists and recording information.Learn more about the Foo Fighters Live team, Kirri’s past work as a music journalist and what ignited her love for the Foo Fighters.Topics DiscussedThe work of Foo Fighters LiveKirri's career as a music journalistPast Foos shows in AustraliaHer 'Fooseum' merch collectionMore from Foos FilesFollow us on Instagram and Threads.Share your Foo Fighters stories: [email protected]

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• 005 | Foo Review: Dave Grohl & LA Philharmonic at Coachella

  Sign up to the Foos Files newsletter for free bonus content.--SummaryDave Grohl was back playing Foo Fighters music at the weekend, making a guest appearance during Los Angeles Philharmonic's set at Coachella. Foo Fighters fan Lisa Shroyer was there to witness Dave perform 'The Sky Is A Neighbourhood' and 'Everlong'. More from Foos FilesFollow us on Instagram and Threads.Share your Foo Fighters stories: [email protected]

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• 004 | Storytellers #1: The long road to Boston Calling (w/ Cheryl Fineman)

  Sign up to the Foos Files newsletter for free bonus content.--SummaryFirst up in our 'Storytellers' short story series is Cheryl Fineman, who defied medical odds to make it to the Foo Fighters' show at Boston Calling in 2023.Cheryl was determined not to miss her favourite band despite a significant accident in the build-up to the concert.Could you be our next Storyteller? Email us on [email protected] DiscussedThe accident that threatened to scupper Cheryl's plansHer determination to recover in time for Boston CallingGetting to share her story with Dave GrohlMore from Foos FilesFollow us on Instagram and Threads.Share your Foo Fighters stories: [email protected]

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