Josh Freese Interview: Foo Fighters' New Drummer

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Published 2024-04-16
In this episode, I interview Foo Fighters' new drummer, Josh Freese, as he shares his musical journey from playing gigs at Disneyland to recording/touring with The Vandals, A Perfect Circle, Guns N' Roses, Weezer, Paul Westerberg, The Offspring, Nine Inch Nails, and Sting. Learn about his transition into one of rock's premier bands and the impact of his previous experiences on his current creative process.

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All Comments (21)
  • @matti_738
    "We need the Dave Grohl interview" button 👇
  • @CFCMahomet
    Dear music media, please pay attention to how much great content that comes out because Rick lets the artists talk, doesn’t talk over them and stays away from long winded questions. There is a reason why these artists are gravitating to Rick and his channel.
  • @dpclerks09
    The fact that Josh answered the first question with, "It continues to be bittersweet" is all that anyone needs to know about him as a Human Being. A Great Soul ❤🙏
  • @AidanMmusic96
    Let's briefly talk about how Rick edited in the audio of "Every Little Thing..." on top of Josh's playing. Josh NAILED the tempo of that well enough from memory that the actual song could be superimposed on top seamlessly. Floored.
  • @somethingbl
    Another great example showing how the guys who get all the work and last in this business are the ones who are humble, personable, adaptable, and professional.
  • @luke5100
    You know Dave Grohl would say yes in a heartbeat if you invited him for an interview, Rick. Make it happen! Also, still waiting on that eventual McCartney interview 🙏🏼
  • @patrickr.452
    This interview really just confirms what everybody else already knew. Josh was the perfect choice for the Foo Fighters in every way. He's an amazing musician, total pro, and a real down to earth guy, something the Foo Fighters really needed.
  • @andydelphoto
    This has to be the best music channel on the internet. Right? I'm mean, so good.
  • @jlsav66
    Rick, I don't know that you've ever interviewed a more likeable musician. You can't help but cheer for this guy. He deserves the FF gig. He's humble and great. Hard to be both.
  • @timwright4263
    Josh looks like a great guy, centred, real. He looks like a pro. Foo Fighters need a rock, a solid heavy-hitter. Josh Freese. Yeah. He's the man.
  • @benzakonium
    Rick does the best interviews of musicians ever. He listens, lets them talk, it's not about his personality, doesn't try to finish sentences for guests or overtalk them ever. Plus his questions are just always spot on. Perfect blend of emotional and technical insight. Just masterfully crafted.
  • @paulspecht5165
    One of the smartest, laid-back, coolest, honest drummers ever!
  • Been a fan of Josh since the early days of A Perfect Circle. Love that he’s with the Foo Fighters now despite the circumstances that led to his position. RIP Taylor Hawkins.
  • @NeilHigton
    It's clear within the first 10 mins of this interview that Josh is a Foo Fighter. It just makes total sense. He's so respectful and in awe of what it all really means. What a solid dude.
  • @ericsyre9418
    There a two great things in this video: a drummer who has something to say and an interviewer letting him say it, uninterrupted. That's the kind of interview I am interested in. Thank you Rick!
  • @drdrdrfloyd
    Josh "Know what I mean" Freese. One of my favorite drummers ever. Definitely got me into drumming.
  • @ppeterson9359
    Josh’s grandfather, Hal Freese was the band/orchestra director at my high school for many years. Great man! Good memories!
  • @isorozco511
    Rick pumping out solid content lately I love it
  • @jonathanasvig
    That EFFING cut at 1:11:02 - genius... Also shows Josh' incredible pocket. Right in time with original track!
  • Incredible interviewer + incredible player = incredible interview. It’s Rick’s formula for success. Another gem. Well done!