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Foos Files is the ultimate podcast show for Foo Fighters fans.
The band, founded and fronted by Dave Grohl, have crafted their own special place in rock music history, while capturing the hearts of devoted fans across the world.
This podcast is a celebration of the band’s enduring popularity, influence and legacy through the eyes of fans, musicians and other key personalities.
Listen to Foos Files to hear:
· Previously untold stories of what it’s like to work with Foo Fighters members
· Devoted fans share unforgettable Foo Fighters concert stories and personal encounters with the band
· Insights from key contributors including musicians and authors
· Foos news and reviews – topical conversations about the latest developments in the world of Foo Fighters
Do you have a Foo Fighters story to share? Email us on foosfilespod@gmail.com
The band, founded and fronted by Dave Grohl, have crafted their own special place in rock music history, while capturing the hearts of devoted fans across the world.
This podcast is a celebration of the band’s enduring popularity, influence and legacy through the eyes of fans, musicians and other key personalities.
Listen to Foos Files to hear:
· Previously untold stories of what it’s like to work with Foo Fighters members
· Devoted fans share unforgettable Foo Fighters concert stories and personal encounters with the band
· Insights from key contributors including musicians and authors
· Foos news and reviews – topical conversations about the latest developments in the world of Foo Fighters
Do you have a Foo Fighters story to share? Email us on foosfilespod@gmail.com
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Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryFilmmaker and podcaster Adam Baylock joins us to unpack the creative universe of Dave Grohl and the Foo Fighters’ documentary work. As well as taking a deep-dive into the 2011 film ‘Back and Forth’, which documents the first 16 years of the band, we explore Dave’s foray into directing with ‘Sound City’, ‘What Drives Us’ and ‘Sonic Highways’.Adam is the host and producer of ‘Heart Songs: The Podcast’. Inspired by the Weezer song of the same name, the show takes guests down a music-filled memory lane.Topics DiscussedWhat we learned from ‘Back and Forth’Dave’s approach to ‘Sound City’His “ode to the road” in 'What Drives Us''Sonic Highways’ highlights--Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryAudrey Riley is a cellist, string arranger and conductor who has worked with mainstream artists such as Coldplay, The Smiths, New Order, Feeder, Moloko, Muse and the Smashing Pumpkins.In 2007, she was enlisted by producer Gil Norton to provide string arrangements for the Foo Fighters' sixth studio album 'Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace'.Audrey joins us to discuss those sessions - including how she worked with Norton and Dave Grohl to add strings to tracks such as lead-off single 'The Pretender'.Topics DiscussedAudrey's career and recording historyPrevious work with Gil NortonHer initial ideas for the songsWorking on string arrangements with Norton and Dave GrohlDave Grohl's unique approach to writing and recording--Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryFoo Fighters continued their comeback by performing inside a circle of fans and cameras for Amazon Music Live. The concert was part of Amazon's post-Thursday Night Football concert series, livestreamed from a studio in Glendale, California.Among the lucky fans in attendance was Cheryl Fineman from Miami, Florida, who joins us to discuss the performance.--Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryFoo Fighters announced their return with new single ‘Asking For A Friend, along with some North American tour dates for 2026.In this episode, we delve into the new track - the first to feature Ilan Rubin on drums - as well as canvassing opinions from members of the Foo community.--Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryA new single, tour teasers and a live stream announcement - it's all going on in the world of Foo Fighters! As the band prepare to release new track 'Asking For A Friend', we round up the past week's developments.Plus, Mike Miller joins us to discuss his trip to Japan for the Foo Fighters' three-date mini-tour earlier this month.--Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryDave Hardwick is the proud owner of a small piece of Foo Fighters history.In our latest Storytellers episode, Dave explains how he came into possession of the only 12” vinyl copy of the band’s 2002 single ‘The One’.Having seen the Foo Fighters live 40 times, UK-based fan Dave also recounts some standout moments - including the time he snuck into a soundcheck.--Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryIt's been a busy week in the world of Foo Fighters - with the first two dates of the band's Asia tour, as well as the release of a new live EP.Our globetrotting Foo friend Kim Hearn dials in from Southeast Asia to recap the shows in Jakarta and Singapore.We also chat to Foo Fighters Indonesia co-founders Devin Dipta and Iman Ramadhan about the band's first concert in their home country for nearly 30 years. Plus, we have some thoughts from the Foo community on the new live EP, 'Foo Fighters Are Playing Where??? Vol. I'. --Follow Foo Fighters Indonesia on Instagram.Follow Devin and Iman's band Sonic Waves.Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryOur latest Storyteller is Debbie Sheppard, a British expat who started the Aussie Foo Crew fan group after moving to Sydney, Australia. Debbie talks about the ethos of the group - and how two versions of their trademark flag have ended up in the possession of the Foo Fighters. We also hear about how her personalised number plate turns heads during her daily commute to work. Topics DiscussedWhy we don’t talk about Goat IslandStarting the Aussie Foo Crew The Aussie Foo Crew flagsDebbie’s 'Foo' number plateHer music-inspired tattoos --Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.SummaryFoo Fighters are steaming ahead with pop-up shows across the United States - and will shortly embark on a mini tour of Asia.This week’s episode is a group call-in. We're joined by members of the Foo community who attended the surprise shows in California and Washington DC.We also hear from those who are attending the October dates in Indonesia, Singapore and Japan.--Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryFoo Fighters made a triumphant return with two surprise 'pop-up' shows at small venues in California. The small venue performances in San Luis Obispo and Santa Ana ushered in a new era for the band, with Ilan Rubin debuting on the drums.In this episode, we round up the key talking points from the shows.We also hear from Foo Fighters fan and San Luis Obispo resident David Bratcher who managed to bag tickets for the 900-capacity show in his home town.--Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryFoo Fighters have provided inspiration for people across the world - both in music and in life. For entrepreneur and podcaster Matt Dietz, Dave Grohl has also been a major source of inspiration in building his business. Matt, from Idaho, joins us to discuss what the Foos frontman's career has taught him about entrepreneurship. Topics DiscussedEntrepreneurial lessons from Dave GrohlReflecting on friendship following Taylor Hawkins' passingMatt's Foo Fighters fan journey and live experienceMatt and Dave's mutual love of Bob Mould--Read Matt's blog about Dave Grohl and entrepreneurship.Read Matt's blog about Taylor Hawkins and friendship.Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryDave Grohl was among a host of special guests to join late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins’ former band Chevy Metal for a benefit show in Agoura Hills, California. He appeared on stage alongside Fear’s Lee Ving for a performance of the Fear song ‘Beef Bologna’.Foo Fighters fan Jill Pandora was among those who were there.Jill joins us to share her experience of a night packed full of rock classics. --Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryBefore his ascent to rock stardom, Dave Grohl was a store clerk at the iconic Tower Records.It was during a stint in the Washington DC store that he and Tower Records stalwart Bob Zimmerman crossed paths for the first time.The pair became reacquainted when Bob relocated to run Tower’s Seattle store in the early 1990s.With Tower Records an integral part of America’s music culture, Bob had a ringside seat during Nirvana’s peak years and the subsequent emergence of the Foo Fighters.In this episode, Bob, who hosts the podcast ‘2500 Del Monte Street: The Oral History of Tower Records’, shares some of his memories from that era.Topics DiscussedTower Records’ culture and impactWorking with Dave Grohl at the Washington DC storeThe Seattle scene and peak Nirvana yearsNirvana’s tragic end and Foo Fighters’ emergenceThe Foo Fighters ‘graffiti’ incident--Listen to 2500 Del Monte Street: The Oral History of Tower Records.Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryIn this episode, we’re taking a deep-dive into the Foo Fighters catalogue from a guitarists’ perspective by exploring which riffs reign supreme.Musician and content creator Jeremy ‘Jeej’ Jacobs - who has created a series of YouTube videos about the Foo Fighters’ guitar work - brings his axe and expertise to the table. We talk through some of the band’s finest riffs, with Jeej providing live demonstrations on his version of the signature DG335 guitar. He also tells us about his extensive research into ‘The Can’, an old gas can amplifier that was used by Dave Grohl and Barrett Jones to record much of the debut Foo Fighters’ album. --Watch Jeej's deep dive into 'The Can'.Send us a message: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryJessy Greene swapped waitressing for Wembley Stadium after career-changing phone call from the Foo Fighters.The multi-instrumentalist joined the band as a touring musician from 2007-08, before contributing violin, cello and backing vocals on the ‘Wasting Light’ and ‘Concrete and Gold’ albums.Jessy is also a long-time friend and musical collaborator of Foos keyboard player Rami Jaffee.In this episode, we hear from Jessy about her live and recording history with the Foo Fighters and her latest work with Rami which focuses on ambient healing sounds.Topics DiscussedCollaborating with Rami JaffeeBecoming a Foo Fighters touring memberThe 2008 Wembley Stadium shows'Wasting Light' and 'Concrete and Gold' sessionsSound City PlayersShare your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryThe identity of the new Foo Fighters drummer has finally been revealed - with Ilan Rubin set to join the band. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Rubin is leaving his role with Nine Inch Nails to replace Josh Freese on the Foos' drum stool.In this episode of Foos Files, we get the lowdown on Rubin, who has also played with the likes of Paramore, Angels and Airwaves and Beck. We're joined by Jim Freeman of Foo Fighters GB and Steven Skerrit, a longtime Foos and Nine Inch Nails fan, to discuss what Rubin will bring to the band's line-up.Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Sign up to the Foos Files newsletter for free bonus content.--SummaryFoo Fighters' show at Germany's Rock Am Ring festival was a classic mixture of elation and exhaustion for Scottish fan Alan Sim and his wife Donna. The excitement of snapping up tickets to see the band's first European gig since the death of Taylor Hawkins was quickly tempered when they became aware of a snag in their travel plans. Find out how they made it to the show by the skin of their teeth. Topics DiscussedHow Alan converted Donna to be a Foos fanThe couple's plans to attend Rock Am RingThe booking error that threw their trip into chaosAlan's performance with the Foo Fifers tribute bandMore from Foos FilesFollow us on Instagram and Threads.Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Sign up to the Foos Files newsletter for free bonus content.--SummaryWriter Rachael Gilliver knew nothing about the Foo Fighters - until a chance encounter with the online Foo fan community. The stories Rachael heard from fans of the band inspired her to write two books and set up her own publishing company Roswell Publishing.The 'Send In The Congregation' books capture dozens of stories about the impact the Foo Fighters have had on the lives of people across the world.Now Rachael joins us to share her own story on the Foos Files podcast. Topics DiscussedBeing propelled into the online Foo worldSetting up Roswell Publishing Why she was inspired by the fans' storiesCompiling the 'Send In the Congregation' books How the band were made aware of the booksMore from Foos FilesFollow us on Instagram and Threads.Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Sign up to the Foos Files newsletter for free bonus content.--SummaryGerald Casale is the founder of legendary new wave band DEVO and an accomplished music video director. His director credits include Foo Fighters' first music video 'I'll Stick Around'.Gerald talks to Foos Files about the making of the video for the 1995 single.We also hear about his long-standing working relationship with ex-Foos member Josh Freese, who has been DEVO's regular touring drummer for more than two decades. Topics DiscussedHis dual career as a musician and directorThe making of 'I'll Stick Around'The meaning of the 'viral ball'Performing with Josh FreeseInviting Dave Grohl to join DEVOMore from Foos FilesFollow us on Instagram and Threads.Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Sign up to the Foos Files newsletter for free bonus content.--SummaryFoo Fighters marked their 30th anniversary with the surprise release of new track 'Today's Song'.In this episode, we delve into the song and accompanying message from Dave Grohl - as well as canvassing opinions from members of the Foo community.More from Foos FilesFollow us on Instagram and Threads.Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
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