Foo Fighters have parted methods with Josh Freese, the drummer stated on social media at present. “The Foo Fighters known as me Monday evening to let me know they’ve determined ‘to go in a special route with their drummer,’” Freese wrote. “No purpose was given.” He continued, “I loved the previous two years with them, each on and off stage, and I help no matter they really feel is greatest for the band.” See his full assertion beneath.
Freese formally joined Foo Fighters in 2023, succeeding the late Taylor Hawkins. His ultimate present with the band was a personal affair at Home of Blues Anaheim final September.
It’s presently unclear who will drum for Foo Fighters going ahead. For now, their solely scheduled efficiency is at the Singapore Grand Prix on October 4. When reached by Pitchfork, a consultant for Foo Fighters had no remark.
Josh Freese:
The Foo Fighters known as me Monday evening to let me know they’ve determined “to go in a special route with their drummer.” No purpose was given. : ( Regardless, I loved the previous two years with them, each on and off stage, and I help no matter they really feel is greatest for the band. In my 40 years of drumming professionally, I’ve by no means been let go from a band, so whereas I’m not indignant—only a bit shocked and dissatisfied. However as most of you recognize I’ve all the time labored freelance and bounced between bands so, I’m effective. Keep tuned for my “High 10 attainable causes Josh bought booted from the Foo Fighters” record.
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