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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 key personalities from their 30-year career.
Listen to Foos Files to hear:
· Exclusive interviews with key Foo Fighters collaborators - including Barrett Jones, Jessy Greene, Gerald Casale and Omar Hakim
· Devoted fans share unforgettable Foos 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 key personalities from their 30-year career.
Listen to Foos Files to hear:
· Exclusive interviews with key Foo Fighters collaborators - including Barrett Jones, Jessy Greene, Gerald Casale and Omar Hakim
· Devoted fans share unforgettable Foos 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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Sign up to the Foos Files newsletter for free bonus content.--SummaryUK Foo Fighters have become one of the best-known Foo Fighters tribute acts after being thrust into the spotlight by Dave Grohl during a famous show at Brighton's Concorde 2 in 2014.Frontman Jay Apperley - who was called on stage to sing with the Foo Fighters - and drummer Ollie Button join us to talk about their roles in the band.As well as Jay's magic moment at the Concorde 2, they discuss recording at Abbey Road Studios, how they go about choosing setlists and incorporating new Foo Fighters music into their act.Topics DiscussedTheir first performance of 'Your Favorite Toy'Jay's famous Concorde 2 moment with the Foo FightersOllie on receiving 'sore throat tips' from Dave GrohlAbbey Road and the Cavern ClubThe challenge of choosing setlistsMore 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 wrapped up their run of UK and Ireland pop-up shows with intimate gigs in London and Manchester.In this week’s episode, we look back at the band’s appearances at Shepherd’s Bush Empire and Manchester’s O2 Ritz.Long-time fan Colin Cassell was inside Shepherd’s Bush Empire and tells us why the night delivered “one of the best atmospheres in years”.Meanwhile, Sophie Hulse was among the 1,500 fans who waited patiently in Manchester as the band didn’t take to the stage until 11.15pm - but she tells us it was well worth the wait!More 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 hit the stage for a surprise gig at The Academy in Dublin on Monday - 24 hours after announcing a run of three pop-up shows in the UK and Ireland.One of the lucky fans in attendance, Derrick Dowd, joins us to give his verdict on the intimate performance in the Irish capital. Plus, we have some fan comments on 'Your Favorite Toy', a week on from its release. Check out the latest Foos Files Substack article highlighting the key points from the band's round of media interviews over the past week.More 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.--SummaryA quickfire bonus episode with initial reaction to the new Foo Fighters single 'Your Favorite Toy', plus Dave Grohl's interview with Apple Music in which he discussed the new album and the departure of former drummer Josh Freese.It follows the band's announcement of their 12th studio album 'Your Favorite Toy' on Thursday, accompanied by the release of the new track of the same name.More 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.--SummaryWhen Foo Fighters fan Daniel Blackburn’s wife-to-be Nikki was diagnosed with cancer, the couple made the difficult decision to scale back their wedding plans.That was until the Foo Family intervened…Our latest Storytellers episode highlights the community spirit that exists within the Foo Fighters fandom - as Daniel recalls how fellow fans of the band rallied round to ensure he and Nikki had a wedding and honeymoon to remember. Could you be our next Storyteller? Email us on foosfilespod@gmail.com More 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.--Summary‘Aurora’, from Foo Fighters’ third album ‘There Is Nothing Left To Lose’, has grown into one of the band’s most emotionally resonant songs.It was the favourite track of the late Taylor Hawkins, who would have celebrated his 54th birthday next week.The song also holds deep personal meaning for our latest Storyteller, Mexican fan Cristian Macouzet – so much so that he played a small but decisive role in getting it added to the setlist for Foo Fighters’ 2022 show in Mexico City.Tragically, it would be the last time Taylor performed ‘Aurora’ live.In this episode, Cristian recounts the extraordinary chain of events that led to ‘Aurora’ being played that night at Foro Sol.More 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.--SummaryCinematographer Sami Ansari’s role in the 2013 documentary film ‘Sound City’ was a case of fourth time lucky. Having been hired - and subsequently let go - on three occasions when working with the Foo Fighters, Sami eventually found himself thrust into the less familiar role of photographer on the ‘Sound City’ project. In keeping with the analog spirit of the Dave Grohl-directed film, he captured several rolls of black and white photos which have been unreleased - until now. In this week’s episode, the San Francisco Academy of Art film school graduate recalls his memories of the Sound City sessions, in which Dave Grohl and his Foo Fighters bandmates were joined by an all-star cast of musicians including Sir Paul McCartney, Stevie Nicks and Tom Petty.Topics DiscussedSami’s past music industry experienceHis first encounter with Dave Grohl Being hired and let go from the Sound City projectHis eventual role as photographer The changing energy of the sessionsJoining Sound City Players at the Sundance FestivalView Sami's previously unseen Sound City photos on Instagram at @samisurfsMore 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.--SummaryLaunceston, Tasmania was swept by Foo fever at the weekend as the Foo Fighters jetted into Australia for one night only.During the show at the University of Tasmania Stadium, Dave Grohl announced the Foos have completed work on a new album - and would be heading back Down Under later this year.In this week’s episode, we’re joined by members of the Aussie Foo Crew fan group to recap the Launceston show.We’re joined by Debbie Sheppard, Geo Hewitt, Kim Hearn and Gemma Ridley.Topics DiscussedNew album and future Australian confirmedFoo fever in Launceston - cultural and economic impact Catching Dave Grohl's wristbandBrant Webb and the 'Ballad of the Beaconsfield Miners'Jason Falkner's contribution to the 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.--SummaryThis week’s episode is a group call-in with Foo Fighters fans who attended the show at the Kia Forum, Los Angeles, to celebrate Dave Grohl’s 57th birthday.Members of the Foo community join us to recap a night full of energy and emotion in aid of charities Hope The Mission and LA Mission.As well as the band’s performance, they discuss the overall show experience - which began outside the venue 48 hours before Foo Fighters took to the stage.We’re joined by Foo fans Raphaella Dreyer, Cheryl Fineman, Cheryl Gant, Keith Anthony Sikora and Teri Ramirez.More from Foos FilesFollow us on Instagram and Threads.Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.SummaryFoo Fighters took to the stage with a new guitar player for their first live show of 2026 at Feria Estatal de León in Mexico on Saturday.The band were joined by stand-in guitarist Jason Falkner, who has been drafted in after Pat Smear suffered a broken foot.In this week's episode, we profile Jason - a respected musician, producer and songwriter - who has worked with the likes of Beck, St Vincent and Paul McCartney.And we recap the León performance with Cristian Macouzet, who was present to see the band play in his home city.--Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryWe’re joined by music royalty for the first episode of 2026 as Omar Hakim discusses his long-standing friendship with the Foo Fighters - including his role as percussionist on the 2021 album ‘Medicine At Midnight’.The legendary drummer - who has worked with the likes of David Bowie, Madonna, Sting, Dire Straits and Kate Bush - also shares his personal memories of Taylor Hawkins.And we hear about Omar’s involvement in the Wembley and Los Angeles tribute concerts, staged in September 2022 to honour the late Foo Fighters drummer.Topics DiscussedOmar’s first meeting with the band ‘Medicine At Midnight’ sessionsJamming with the Foos in ConnecticutPersonal memories of Taylor HawkinsTribute concert rehearsals/performancesHis ‘Sonic Boom Squad’ project--Check out Omar's Sonic Boom Squad releases.Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryIn the final episode of 2025, Foo Fighters Live’s head writer and Instagram curator Kirri Liepins joins us for a Foo Fighters review of the year. What started out as a quiet 30th anniversary year for the band turned into an eventful one - with a new drummer, two song releases, cryptic social media messages and a live comeback that included performances in five different countries.As well as discussing all the key Foos talking points from the past 12 months, we also mull over the band’s plans for 2026. Topics DiscussedNirvana reunion for Fire Aid/SNL concertsDave Grohl’s Coachella appearance with LA PhilharmonicJosh Freese’s departure/Ilan Rubin’s arrival30th anniversary and new song releases The band’s live return Foo Fighters in 2026Foos Files is taking a short break for the Christmas period and will return in January 2026.--Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryFoo Fighters are heading to Australia...for one night only! We round up this week's Foos news, including the announcement of a one-off date in Tasmania - and a rare Dave Grohl interview with radio station Triple M.Debbie Sheppard from the Aussie Foo Crew shares the humorous tale of how she made it to Sydney to watch Dave perform with Chevy Metal in 2017.And with the band also confirming a benefit gig at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, Mike Boyd from Colorado sent us his memories of the Taylor Hawkins tribute show at the same venue. --Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.--SummaryThis week’s episode is another group call-in with Foo Fighters fans who attended the band’s recent shows in Mexico. Members of the Foo community join us to recap the performances at the Estadio Banorte in Monterrey and the Corona Capital Festival in Mexico City. Topics DiscussedThe Mexico atmosphere'Asking For A Friend' live debutIlan Rubin's performance Foo community meet-ups and experiencesQueens of the Stone Age and other artists--Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com
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
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