Foo Fighters have teased new music via 105.7 The Point and separated from drummer Josh Freese, who described his sudden departure as a “mystery”. Following his 2023–2025 tenure, Freese was replaced by Ilan Rubin. The band teased 11 new, possibly heavy-sounding, tracks while navigating this lineup change.
Key Details:
New Music Teaser: Snippets of 11 potential new songs appeared on the band’s site, signaling a follow-up to But Here We Are.
Drummer Change: Josh Freese left the band in late 2025 after being told they were “going in a different direction,” which he described as a surprise.
Replacement: Former Nine Inch Nails drummer Ilan Rubin has joined the band.
Context: Freese, a highly respected drummer, expressed no ill will, noting he enjoyed his time with the band despite the confusing exit.
This video features Josh Freese’s humorous take on the reasons behind his departure from the band:
