'I've Never Been Let Go': Drummer on Abrupt Foo Fighters Exit
- Josh Freese announced on May 16, 2025, that the Foo Fighters fired him after two years as their drummer following Taylor Hawkins' death.
- Freese received a call the previous week informing him of the band's decision to go in a 'different direction' without any explanation.
- He shared a humorous list of 10 possible reasons for his firing, reflecting his extensive freelance career and versatility in drumming.
- Freese said he felt "shocked and disappointed" but not angry, and urged fans to "stay tuned for my Top 10 possible reasons" list.
- The band’s unexplained decision and upcoming October 4 Singapore show suggest ongoing changes as Foo Fighters prepare to return to live performances.
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Ex-Foo Fighters drummer Josh Freese posts list of 10 reasons ‘why he got fired'
Josh Freese of Foo Fighters has shared 10 reasons he thinks the band let him go (Picture: Jim Dyson/Redferns) Josh Freese, the latest drummer for Foo Fighters, has shared the reasons he believes he was asked to depart the band after nearly two years. Freese, 52, joined the iconic group in 2023, following the death of longtime drummer Taylor Hawkins in 2022. He was previously a drummer for Guns N’ Roses and has worked with the likes of Nine Inch …
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