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NOAHFINNCE on Dave Grohl, watching his mom’s cover band and the last gig he went to

Get an insight into the life of pop rock’s breakout star, NOAHFINNCE. The artist discusses the last song he listened to, the last book he read and more.

Foo Fighters win every GRAMMY in rock category

Foo Fighters have bagged all three rock awards at the 64th GRAMMY Awards. The event is hosted by the Recording Academy in Las Vegas, Nevada. Nominated for Best Rock Performance (“Making A Fire”), Best Rock Song (“Waiting On A War”) and Best Rock Album (Medicine At Midnight), the band won all three categories. Unlike previous […]

Dave Grohl + Foo Fighters release ‘Dream Widow’ EP from fictional ‘Studio 666’ metal band

Dave Grohl has released an entire metal EP under the name Dream Widow. Dream Widow are, of course, the fictional band from Foo Fighters‘ horror-comedy Studio 666. Read more: Dave Grohl is recording a full-length metal album for ‘Studio 666’ The band first leaped off the screen and into reality in February when Grohl unveiled […]

Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl explains why he never wants to go solo

Although Foo Fighters‘ new horror-comedy Studio 666 is loosely based on the band recording their 10th album, Medicine At Midnight, there is one huge detail that is completely fictitious: Dave Grohl would never leave Foo Fighters to go solo. Read more: Foo Fighters’ ‘Studio 666’ is ridiculous, stupid fun—review Studio 666 finds Foo Fighters in a […]

Foo Fighters’ 'Studio 666' is ridiculous, stupid fun—review

The first thing you need to know about Foo Fighter’s new movie Studio 666 is that it is gory. Really gory. Preposterously, hilariously gory. People, and notably their heads, are dispatched in all manner of inventive, absurd ways: with hammers, with garden shears, with cymbals, with car tires, with barbeque grills. One poor unfortunate soul […]

Dave Grohl is recording a full-length metal album for 'Studio 666'

Dave Grohl is back in the news with loads more info on the upcoming Foo Fighters horror movie Studio 666. The Foos frontman reveals he’s working on a full-length metal album as the fictional band Dream Widow, who form a key plot point in the film. Grohl also revealed Studio 666 will feature a cameo from […]

Foo Fighters drop haunted thrasher “March of the Insane” from ‘Studio 666’

Foo Fighters have released a new song, “March of the Insane.” The track was accompanied by a lyric video. Read more: Dave Grohl goes demonic in Foo Fighters movie ‘Studio 666’ trailer The song, featured in the band’s upcoming horror-comedy film Studio 666, was written and recorded by Foo Fighters, but released under the moniker […]

The best punk drummers of the 2000s, from Travis Barker to Meg White

As the new century’s first decade unwound, things evolved or deteriorated rapidly, depending on your perspective. The entire world was changing in every aspect. So of course, punk rock was gonna change with it. The fundamentalists would scream and moan about how these changes weren’t punk at all, that we needed to go back to […]

Dave Grohl goes demonic in Foo Fighters movie 'Studio 666' trailer

Foo Fighters have released a trailer for their forthcoming feature-length horror-comedy Studio 666. The film is set to hit theaters February 25. Read more: Foo Fighters reveal North American tour dates and Ramones cover The bandmates (Dave Grohl, Taylor Hawkins, Nate Mendel, Pat Smear, Chris Shiflett, and Rami Jaffee) want to “break the mold” while creating […]

14 artists influenced by Nirvana, from Kid Cudi to the Pretty Reckless

It’s pretty much impossible to overstate how much music was changed when Nirvana arrived on the scene. After bands such as R.E.M. and Pixies laid the groundwork for what alternative music could be, Kurt Cobain’s songwriting on Nevermind introduced their signature sound of punk-rock ethos and pop music hooks. The end result would transform the future […]

Nandi Bushell improvises to Fatboy Slim's "Right Here, Right Now"—watch

Nandi Bushell said goodbye to 2021 with another Instagram video of her showcasing her killer drum skills. The video, which you can check out below, also marked a first for the 11-year-old musician. Read more: Nandi Bushell shares her biggest influences and upcoming musical endeavors Instead of covering a song, Bushell improvised a drum part […]

The 10 best punk drummers of the '90s, from Dave Grohl to Tobi Vail

The ‘90s was the moment when the experiments wrestled control of the laboratory away from the scientists. Suddenly, punk rock — the ragged step-sibling of rock and pop — was squarely in the mainstream of culture, after years of ruling the underground. It spawned alternative music and the latter’s most successful subthread, grunge. Grunge was […]

The Bronx's Matt Caughthran on his new venture 'The Sailor Jerry Podcast'

After touring for the better part of 20 years, Matt Caughthran is a seasoned road warrior who is best known as the vocalist for Los Angeles-based punk group the Bronx. He has traveled the world and delivered high-intensity performances,  inspiring legions of fans and bands along the way. For the last two decades, Caughthran has […]

Foo Fighters reveal North American tour dates and Ramones cover

Foo Fighters have just announced a summer 2022 North American tour in support of their album Medicine At Midnight. Along with a string of U.K. and European dates, the band will hit several stadiums across the country between May and August. Meanwhile, Dave Grohl is continuing the annual tradition of the “Hanukkah Sessions” with Greg […]

Foo Fighters team up with Jason Sudeikis in "Love Dies Young" video

Jason Sudeikis stars in Foo Fighters’ newest video for “Love Dies Young,” from the band’s latest album Medicine at Midnight. Written and directed by Foos frontman Dave Grohl, the video sees Sudeikis take on the role of coach in a performance reminiscent of his performance in Ted Lasso. Read more: Dave Grohl reveals disco inspiration […]

Dave Grohl says Nandi Bushell shows “the true meaning of rock ‘n’ roll”

Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl is giving drumming wonder-child Nandi Bushell the praise she deserves, calling her drumming “the true meaning of rock ‘n’ roll.” The connection between the two drummers began back in August 2020 when Bushell challenged the frontman to a drumming battle at the beginning of her cover of Foo Fighters’ 1997 single […]

Nandi Bushell announces new song with Tom Morello to follow US visit

11-year-old musical prodigy Nandi Bushell has announced a new song is coming. This time, it’s a collaboration with Rage Against The Machine/Audioslave guitarist Tom Morello and his son, Roman. The viral drummer revealed the news Wednesday on Instagram while recalling her recent vacation in the United States. One of the highlights of the trip included […]

AltPress Weekly: Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, Poppy, UPSAHL and more

Welcome back for another AltPress Weekly. Every week, we highlight the things we want you to check out. We always keep you up to date about what’s happening at Alternative Press. We’ll also bring you our latest music finds, from longtime favorites to brand-new releases. We’ve got another week of new music discoveries and other exciting […]

Dave Grohl invites daughter Violet onstage to cover X's “Nausea”—watch

Dave Grohl has once again proven that he’s one of the coolest guys in music. During a performance at this year’s Lollapalooza festival, the artist invited his daughter Violet onstage for a cover of X’s classic punk song “Nausea.” The family friendly set also included a rendition of “Happy Birthday” dedicated to his other daughter […]

Foo Fighters drop Record Store Day album, ‘Dee Gees/Hail Satin’–listen

Foo Fighters have released Dee Gees/Hail Satin, their latest funk-filled album featuring a mixture of covers and live originals. The album was originally released July 17 as a Record Store Day special. Staying true to the era, the vinyl is packed in a “dazzling rainbow mylar sleeve.” Read more: For Nicolas Jaar and Dave Harrington, […]
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