Foo Fighters Cut Ties With Drummer Josh Freese
When the Foo Fighters brought in Josh Freese last year, everything seemed to line up: an A-list drummer with a resume that reads like rock royalty, joining one of the biggest bands in the world after the tragic loss of Taylor Hawkins. But this week, things took an unexpected turn. In a quick phone call, the band let Freese go, without offering a real explanation. For fans, and for Freese himself, the news was nothing short of a shock.
Freese, whose drumming skills have powered legends like Guns N' Roses, Nine Inch Nails, and Devo, spoke out with his trademark honesty. In his words, he's been playing professionally for around four decades—and never been let go from a band before. There's no dramatic rift, no fiery accusations; he simply shared his disbelief and called the situation disappointing. Still, he didn't vent any anger, instead choosing to focus on the surprise and the strangeness of the moment.
Foo Fighters Facing Uncertainty Before Big Stage Return
The timing feels especially intense. Foo Fighters are gearing up for their first big stage appearance since the headlines exploded last fall—when frontman Dave Grohl’s infidelity scandal took center stage, sending the group into the eye of a media storm. Their scheduled return at the Singapore Grand Prix in October was supposed to mark a fresh start. Now, attention has shifted from past controversies to an uncertain lineup behind the drums.
What's even more jarring is the way this all happened. According to Freese, the decision was handed down over the phone. No in-person meeting, no detailed reason, just: "We're going in a different direction." For a guy whose credits include filling stadiums with some of the most intense acts in modern rock, it's not the send-off you'd expect. Yet, Freese leaned on his years of experience as a freelance artist, pointing out that he’s used to rolling with big changes and will get back to work—wherever the music takes him next.
As fans speculate about the reasons behind the shakeup, Freese hinted at tackling the drama in his own way. He teased releasing a tongue-in-cheek 'Top 10 possible reasons' list, showing he's still got a sense of humor about the whole thing—even if the joke comes wrapped in disappointment.
Meanwhile, the Foo Fighters haven't said a word publicly. Social media is buzzing with theories, but the band remains silent about why they let Freese go or who might replace him. All eyes are now on their upcoming performance. Will they reveal a new drummer? Is there another twist coming? One thing’s for sure: the stage hasn’t been this loaded with anticipation for a long time.
