Foo Fighters Fire Drummer Josh Freese – What Happened?

Foo Fighters Fire Drummer Josh Freese

In a surprising move, the Foo Fighters have fired drummer Josh Freese, who joined the band in 2023 after the tragic death of Taylor Hawkins. Freese announced his dismissal on Instagram, saying the band gave no clear reason for the decision.

Fans are left wondering: Why did the Foo Fighters let Freese go? Who will replace him? 

Josh Freese’s Departure from Foo Fighters

  • On September 25, 2024, Josh Freese shared in an Instagram post that the Foo Fighters called him to say they were “going in a different direction” with their drummer.

Points from Freese’s Statement

  • He was fired without explanation.
  • He called the decision “shocking and disappointing” but said he wasn’t angry.
  • He joked about making a “Top 10 reasons I got fired” list.

Freese had been with the band for two years, playing major shows like Glastonbury 2023 and their latest album tour.

Who Is Josh Freese?

Freese is a legendary session drummer who has played with:
Nine Inch Nails
Guns N’ Roses
Devo
A Perfect Circle
The Vandals

He joined Foo Fighters after performing at the Taylor Hawkins tribute concerts in 2022.

 

Why Did Foo Fighters Fire Him?

The band has not officially commented, but possible reasons include:

  1. Creative Differences– The band may want a drummer with a different style.
  2. Touring Conflicts– Freese often works with multiple bands.
  3. New Album Direction– Foo Fighters might be changing their sound.
  4. Internal Band Dynamics– Speculation links this to past tensions.

Timeline of Events

Date

Event

March 2022

Taylor Hawkins dies.

May 2023

Josh Freese officially joins Foo Fighters.

June 2023

Freese debuts at Glastonbury.

Sept 2024

Foo Fighters fire Freese.



Who Will Replace Josh Freese?

The band has not announced a new drummer, but possible candidates include:

  • Matt Cameron (Soundgarden, Pearl Jam)
  • Dave Grohl (Could return to drums temporarily)
  • A surprise new hire

Fan Reactions & Industry Response

Many fans and musicians expressed shock at the decision:

  • Wolf Van Halen tweeted:“WTF? Josh is a beast!”
  • Mike Portnoy(Dream Theater) called it “a strange move.”

What’s Next for Foo Fighters?

The band is scheduled to perform at:

  • Singapore Grand Prix (Oct 4, 2024)
  • Possible 2025 tour

Will they introduce a new drummer soon? Stay tuned for updates.

FAQs About Josh Freese & Foo Fighters

A: No, the band fired him in September 2024.

A: Taylor Hawkins, who died in 2022.

A: No official reason was given, but possible creative differences.

A: Likely—he’s a sought-after session drummer

The sudden firing of Josh Freese has left fans and the music world surprised. While the reason remains unclear, Freese remains a respected drummer with a long career ahead.

What do you think? Should Foo Fighters have kept Freese? Let us know in the comments!

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