Three decades in, Foo Fighters are still finding new ways to honor their legacy—and those they’ve lost along the way.
To celebrate their 30th anniversary, the band has released a brand-new track titled “Today’s Song”, their first original material since 2023’s But Here We Are, an album shaped by grief and resilience following the death of drummer Taylor Hawkins.
Soft and reflective, “Today’s Song” feels like a letter to time itself—a meditation on change, loss, and the strength it takes to keep moving forward. And while the lyrics speak volumes, frontman Dave Grohl added his own voice with a deeply personal statement that looks back on the highs and lows of Foo Fighters’ journey. Grohl wrote:
“Over the years, we’ve had moments of unbridled joy and moments of devastating heartbreak.
“Moments of beautiful victory and moments of painful defeat. We have mended broken bones and broken hearts. But we have followed this road together, with each other, for each other, no matter what. Because in life, you just can’t go it alone.”
Grohl also made it a point to thank past and present bandmates who’ve helped shape their sound. Among them: William Goldsmith, Franz Stahl, and Josh Freese, who recently stepped away from the drum kit after joining post-Hawkins.
“It should go without saying that without the boundless energy of William Goldsmith, the seasoned wisdom of Franz Stahl and the thunderous wizardry of Josh Freese, this story would be incomplete, so we extend our heartfelt gratitude for the time, music and memories that we shared with each of them over the years. Thank you, gentlemen.”
He closed with a moving tribute to Taylor Hawkins, whose presence still resonates in everything the band does:
“And … Taylor. Your name is spoken every day, sometimes with tears, sometimes with a smile, but you are still in everything we do, everywhere we go, forever. The enormity of your beautiful soul is only rivaled by the infinite longing we feel in your absence. We all miss you beyond words. Foo Fighters will forever include Taylor Hawkins in every note that we play, until we do finally reach our destination.”
A Hardcore Cover Nods to Their Beginnings
Just days before the release of “Today’s Song,” Foo Fighters surprised fans with a cover of “I Don’t Wanna Hear It” by hardcore pioneers Minor Threat. The track doubles as a tribute to the band’s own beginnings, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their debut album, which first dropped on June 26, 1995.
Foo Fighters Hit the Road in 2025—with a New Drummer Expected
Looking ahead, Foo Fighters have announced a short run of international tour dates for late 2025. The shows will begin in Southeast Asia, with stops in Indonesia, Singapore, Japan, and a final show in Mexico City.
Josh Freese, who stepped in as drummer after Hawkins’ passing, revealed in May that he is no longer with the band. A new drummer will be joining for the upcoming performances.
Foo Fighters 2025 Tour Dates:
Oct 2 – Jakarta, Indonesia – Carnaval Ancol
Oct 4 – Singapore – F1
Oct 7 – Tokyo, Japan – Saitama Super Arena
Oct 10 – Osaka, Japan – Glion Arena Kobe
Nov 14 – Mexico City, Mexico – Corona Capital
After 30 years, Foo Fighters continue to evolve, adapt, and move forward—with emotion, energy, and a deep sense of purpose. “Today’s Song” is just the latest step on their ongoing journey.
