Foo Fighters are currently touring in the United Kingdom and Ireland, previewing tracks from their upcoming album, Your Favorite Toy, which is scheduled for release in April. The band debuted the new song “Of All People” live for the first time last Sunday during a taping of the Irish television series Other Voices.
A Return to Kerry
The Other Voices performance took place in a small church in Dingle, West Kerry. This location holds personal significance for Dave Grohl, as he traveled to Kerry following the death of Kurt Cobain in 1994. Even as there, he reportedly saw a young person wearing a Nirvana shirt, which inspired him to return to the United States and form the Foo Fighters.
Following the taping, Foo Fighters played a pop-up present in Dublin last night, where they performed “Of All People” again. The band also played their song “A320” from the Godzilla soundtrack for the first time in 26 years during the Other Voices taping.
Touring with a Substitute
Jason Falkner is currently filling in for Pat Smear, who is reportedly injured. The band is scheduled to continue touring in the UK and Europe in June, playing stadium shows. Dave Grohl stated on Graham Norton last Friday that “The UK loves rock ’n’ roll music, it just does.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What song did Foo Fighters play for the first time in 26 years?
Foo Fighters played their song “A320” from the Godzilla soundtrack for the first time in 26 years during the taping of Other Voices.
Where did Dave Grohl go after Kurt Cobain died?
Dave Grohl went to Kerry, Ireland, after Kurt Cobain died.
Who is currently filling in for Pat Smear?
Jason Falkner is currently filling in for the injured Pat Smear.
As Foo Fighters prepare for stadium shows in June, it will be interesting to see how the energy of these intimate performances translates to larger venues.
