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Yahoo
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rock's Biggest Drum Swap Just Shook Two Iconic Bands
The Foo Fighters just made big moves behind the drum kit. The Hollywood Reporter confirms Ilan Rubin, 37, best known for his long-standing role with Nine Inch Nails, is joining the Foos. He replaces Josh Freese, 52, who exited the band in May after just a year of playing with joined Nine Inch Nails in 2009 and became the youngest-ever Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee in 2020. But his rock cred doesn't stop there. He's also known for his work with Angels & Airwaves and film composer Danny Elfman. It's not surprising the Foo Fighters brought Rubin on. What is surprising is Freese is returning to Nine Inch Nails in his was Nine Inch Nails' drummer from 2005 to 2008. Freese confirmed his Foo Fighters departure back in May, saying the band chose "to go in a different direction," but added that he held no hard feelings. He stepped away to focus on family life. Now, he's back just in time for the band's massive "Peel It Back" North American tour starting August 6. As for Rubin, it's unclear if his role in the Foo Fighters is permanent or strictly for touring. The timing is tight, as he had reportedly committed to Nine Inch Nails through 2024 but recently informed Trent Reznor that he'd accepted "a job with another band."The Foo Fighters are gearing up for their own tour, beginning October 2 in Jakarta. They'll hit major cities including Singapore, Tokyo, and Mexico City. The Foos latest song, "Today's Song," marks their 30th anniversary. In a letter to fans, lead singer Dave Grohl, 56, reflected on the band's highs, lows, and the legacy of the late Taylor Hawkins, who died in 2022 at the age of 50. He also mentioned how "this story would be incomplete" without "the thunderous wizardry of Josh Freese." This double drummer move marks one of the most high-profile drummer swaps in modern rock history. Rock's Biggest Drum Swap Just Shook Two Iconic Bands first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 31, 2025 Solve the daily Crossword
Metro
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Foo Fighters' new drummer revealed after band member's firing
Foo Fighters have found their new drummer after the shock firing of Josh Freese. The switch up marks a new chapter in the Foo Fighters' ongoing evolution. He succeeds Freese, 52, who joined the iconic group in 2023, following the death of longtime drummer Taylor Hawkins in 2022. Freese's departure, quietly announced in May, left fans wondering who could possibly carry the torch and join the band comprised of Dave Grohl, Nate Mendel, Pat Smear, Chris Shiflett, and Rami Jaffee. Ilan Rubin, best known for his tenure with Nine Inch Nails and Angels & Airwaves, is stepping behind the kit for the legendary rock band, sources confirm to The Hollywood Reporter. Having joined Nine Inch Nails as their touring drummer in 2009 at just 21, Rubin became the youngest-ever inductee into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame when the band was honored in 2020. In addition to his longstanding work with Trent Reznor and co., Rubin also performs with Angels & Airwaves and has collaborated with film composer Danny Elfman. He is currently expecting his second child. It's not yet clear whether Rubin is joining the Foo Fighters as a permanent member or in a touring capacity. A source close to the matter says Rubin had committed to Nine Inch Nails through the end of 2025, but informed Reznor last week that he had 'accepted a job with another band.' Meanwhile, Freese is headed back to familiar territory as Nine Inch Nails confirmed his return as their live drummer — a role he held from 2005 to 2008 before stepping away. The band teased the news with a celebratory Instagram story featuring Freese and the caption: 'let's f***** go.' Nine Inch Nails is set to begin the North American leg of its Peel It Back arena tour on August 6 in Oakland, California. The group, which wrapped a sold-out European run earlier this summer, has also been tapped to compose the score for Tron: Ares – the first time Nine Inch Nails, rather than just Reznor and longtime collaborator Atticus Ross, will be credited on a film soundtrack. For Freese, the departure from Foo Fighters came as a surprise. In a May Instagram post, he said the band 'decided to go in a different direction with their drummer,' adding, 'I'm not angry — just a bit shocked and disappointed.' Later, Freese addressed the possible reasons for his firing on Instagram, listing ten hilarious causes. Among the imagined offenses? 'Once whistled 'My Hero' for a week solid on tour,' 'Never even once tried growing a beard,' and the confession that he could only name 'one Fugazi song.' (A cardinal sin, apparently, given Dave Grohl's well-documented reverence for the iconic D.C. punk band.) More Trending Frontman Dave Grohl publicly thanked Freese for his contributions in a fan letter earlier this month, writing that without 'the thunderous wizardry of Josh Freese, this story would be incomplete.' Rubin will make his debut with the Foo Fighters when the band kicks off their long-awaited international tour this fall, starting October 2 in Jakarta, Indonesia. Additional dates include Singapore, Tokyo, Osaka, and a stop in Mexico City on November 14. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Hollywood superstar looks completely unrecognisable after shaving for first time in 6 years MORE: Jess Glynne blasts White House over 'sick' deportation video using Jet2 Holidays viral song MORE: Tom Cruise 'confirms' romance with Hollywood actress holding hands on romantic getaway
Express Tribune
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Foo Fighters bring in Ilan Rubin as drummer
The Foo Fighters have officially enlisted Ilan Rubin as their new drummer, announcing the change this week after Josh Freese exited earlier in May with little explanation. The band confirmed the swap, which saw Freese return to Nine Inch Nails to join their upcoming Peel It Back tour. The post from NIN featured a celebratory image captioned: 'Let's fucking go.' Ilan Rubin, 37, has performed with NIN as their touring drummer since 2009 and became the youngest member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2020 with the band. He's also collaborated with Paramore, Angels & Airwaves, and Danny Elfman. Freese's departure followed a two‑year tenure with Foo Fighters, as the drummer who replaced the late Taylor Hawkins in 2023, and was described by the band as a shift in musical direction. Freese later expressed that he was surprised by the decision but held no ill will. It remains unclear whether Rubin's role is permanent or exclusively for the upcoming Asia 2025 tour, which starts in Jakarta on October 2, with appearances in Singapore, Tokyo, Osaka, and Mexico City. With the swap finalized, the Foo Fighters continue to mark their 30th anniversary, having recently released a new track, Today's Song. The song included a note of gratitude to Freese and previous drummers, highlighting the band's evolving legacy.
Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Nine Inch Nails Drops Surprise New Song, Reveals Release Date & Tracklist for ‘Tron: Ares' Soundtrack
Nine Inch Nails has given fans something to believe in. The industrial rock juggernaut surprise dropped new song 'As Alive As You Need Me to Be' on Thursday (July 17), and also announced that the Tron: Ares soundtrack will be arriving on Sept. 19 via Interscope Records. The dance-floor ready song — the band's first new music in five years — invokes electronic duo Justice. The track is co-produced by Boys Noize, who is currently the opening act on NIN's Peel It Back world tour and also worked with the band to remix the Challengers score. More from Billboard Connie Francis, 'Who's Sorry Now' Singer, Dies at 87 Five Years Post-Rehab, $uicideboy$ Are 'Grateful to be Alive' - And Maybe Even Happy Jelly Roll Celebrated His 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' Hosting Gig By Chokeslamming Logan Paul Through His Desk 'As Alive As You Need Me to Be' is the first single from the the Tron: Ares soundtrack, which will feature all-new music from the Grammy-winning band fronted by Trent Reznor. Though NIN did not officially announce the song ahead of its arrival, fans suspected new music was on the way when some spotted a new T-shirt being sold at recent shows — currently in Europe — about 10 days ago, sporting the words 'as alive as you need me to be.' The band itself also shared a shot of the T-shirt on its Instagram Stories on July 8 with no further information. The soundtrack is available for pre-order now, and the film hits theaters on Oct. 10. Along with the new song and release date for the soundtrack, the band revealed the full tracklist: 'INIT' 'FORKED REALITY' 'AS ALIVE AS YOU NEED ME TO BE' 'ECHOES' 'THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING' 'IN THE IMAGE OF' 'I KNOW YOU CAN FEEL IT' 'PERMANENCE' 'INFILTRATOR' '100% EXPENDABLE' 'STILL REMAINS' 'WHO WANTS TO LIVE FOREVER?' 'BUILDING BETTER WORLDS' 'TARGET IDENTIFIED' 'DAEMONIZE' 'EMPATHETIC RESPONSE' 'WHAT HAVE YOU DONE?' 'A QUESTION OF TRUST' 'GHOST IN THE MACHINE' 'NO GOING BACK' 'NEMESIS' 'NEW DIRECTIVE' 'OUT IN THE WORLD' 'SHADOW OVER ME' In addition to brand new music from Nine Inch Nails for the Ares soundtrack, Reznor and musical partner Atticus Ross are scoring the movie for the franchise's third film. The duo have scored 20 films together, and have won two Oscars (original score for The Social Network in 2011 and Soul in 2021, the latter of which was also shared with Jon Batiste) and three Golden Globes (original score for The Social Network, Soul and Challengers in 2025). NIN's Peel It Back world tour will arrive in North America on Aug. 6, and runs through Sept. 19. Listen to 'As Alive As You Need Me to Be' below: Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart Solve the daily Crossword
Time Out
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Nine Inch Nails at London's O2 Arena: start time, tickets, potential setlist and what you need to know
Nine Inch Nails are one of the planet's top live acts. Trent Reznor has been unmissable on stage for over 30 years, and since Atticus Ross joined the project in the 2010s NIN have become even more of a spectacle. Needless to say, when your town is getting a Nine Inch Nails show you do not want to miss it. And that's exactly what is arriving in London this week. Reznor and Ross are at Greenwich's O2 Arena as part of their current Peel It Back tour, which marks their first live shows since 2022. Heading down to southwest London to see Nine Inch Nails live? Here's everything you need to know, from timings and potential setlists to any remaining ticket availability. When are Nine Inch Nails playing at London's O2? Reznor and Ross are in town on Wednesday June 18 2025. What are the timings? Doors open at 6.30pm, though doors to the O2 (with all its bars and restaurants) open earlier. Nine Inch Nails are set to come on stage at 8pm, according to the O2's website. What's the setlist? At the first night of the Peel It Back tour in Dublin last Sunday (June 15), Reznor and Ross whipped out tracks unheard by NIN for over a decade – 'Right Where It Belongs', 'Ruiner' and 'Piggy (Nothing Can Stop Me Now)' all made an appearance. For an idea of what Nine Inch Nails could play in London, here's that Dublin setlist in full (according to Right Where It Belongs Ruiner Piggy (Nothing Can Stop Me Now) Wish March of the Pigs The Frail The Wretched Reptile Copy of A Gave Up Vessel Parasite (How to Destroy Angels cover) Came Back Haunted Self Destruct Heresy Closer I'm Afraid of Americans The Hand That Feeds Head Like a Hole Hurt Who is supporting? Berlin-based DJ and producer Boyz Noize (real name Alexander Ridha) is on support, and he's on at 7.30pm. Ridha joined NIN onstage for several tracks in Dublin. Can you still get tickets for Nine Inch Nails at London's O2? Last time we checked, there were still some tickets up for sale for Nine Inch Nails in London. Ticketmaster here had some starting from £87.40, while AXS here had some from as low as £40.
