The Foo Fighters are an American rock band, formed in Seattle in 1994. It was founded by drummer
Dave Grohl as a one-man project
following the death of Kurt Cobain and the resulting dissolution of the band
Nirvana.
-Wikipedia
Members:
Dave Grohl -
lead vocals, rhythm and lead guitar, drums
(1994-present)
Nate Mendel -
bass guitar
(1995-present)
Pat Smear -
rhythm guitar
(1995-1997, 2010-present); touring (1995-1997, 2006-2010), backing vocals (1995-1997)
Taylor Hawkins -
drums, backing and lead vocals
(1997-present)
Chris Shiflett -
lead guitar, backing vocals
(1999-present)
Name Origin:
During World War II, UFOs and various other aerial phenomena that were reported by Allied aircraft pilots were known collectively as 'foo fighters'.
From: Seattle, Washington
Genre(s):
Alternative rock,
post-grunge,
hard rock
Active From: 1994-present
Associated Acts:
Nirvana,
Sunny Day,
Real Estate,
Tenacious D,
Scream
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