But Here We Are

Following the tragic death of Taylor Hawkins, lead vocalist Dave Grohl stepped up to play drums on the entire album. Grohl, who was the original drummer for Nirvana, recorded the drum tracks as a tribute to his late bandmate. The record serves as a raw, emotional outlet for the band's grief.

The Foo Fighters released the album on June 2, 2023, through their own label, Roswell Records. It served as their highly anticipated return to music after a year-long hiatus following Hawkins's death. The album debuted at number one in several countries, including the UK.

The record deliberately returns to the aggressive, guitar-driven rock sound of the band's earlier work, reminiscent of their 1995 debut. Many critics noted the stark, emotionally raw, and hard-hitting sound that reflects the band's grieving process. It blends heavy alternative rock elements with melodic post-punk influences.

Yes, the album earned the band multiple Grammy nominations, including Best Rock Album and Best Rock Song for the single 'Rescued.' The Foo Fighters have historically dominated the rock categories at the Grammy Awards, winning numerous times in the past. The emotional weight of the record resonated strongly with the Recording Academy.