Josh Freese, a new Foo Fighters drummer, was surprised to be asked to join the band after Taylor Hawkins' death in 2022.

New Foo Fighters drummer Josh Freese recalls being surprised when asked to join the band following the death of longtime drummer Taylor Hawkins in March 2022. In a recent interview with YouTuber Rick Beato, Freese reflects on the moment he was asked to join the band and discusses the bittersweet nature of playing with Dave Grohl and company. He shares that he had known Hawkins for years but only became good friends with him five or six years ago. Freese participated in two Hawkins tribute concerts but had no thoughts about joining the Foo Fighters beyond that.

April 17, 2024
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