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Foo Fighters End Drummer Josh Freese's Tenure After Two Years

The band informed Freese of their decision to part ways without providing a reason, leaving their October 2025 Singapore show as the only confirmed performance.

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Josh Freese, who has served as the drummer for Foo Fighters since 2023, revealed on Instagram that he was dropped from the band earlier this week.

Overview

  • Josh Freese announced on Instagram that the Foo Fighters informed him they were 'going in a different direction with their drummer' without offering an explanation.
  • Freese, who joined the band in May 2023 following Taylor Hawkins' death, expressed shock and disappointment but emphasized his support for the band's decision.
  • The Foo Fighters have not performed live since late 2024 and have only one scheduled show for 2025, set for October 4 at the Singapore Grand Prix.
  • A representative for the Foo Fighters declined to comment on Freese's departure, and no replacement drummer has been announced.
  • Freese, a veteran session musician, has worked with numerous high-profile acts, including Nine Inch Nails, Guns N’ Roses, and Devo, and plans to continue his freelance career.