description Foo Fighters - Wasting Light Overview
Foo Fighters' 2011 album, recorded entirely on analog tape in Dave Grohl's garage in Encino, California, won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Album.
insights Why this score
Foo Fighters - Wasting Light ranks #212 of 498 in the Rock Album ranking, behind Radiohead - Hail to the Thief, ahead of Oasis - (What's the Story) Morning Glory?.
One of Foo Fighters' best-reviewed albums, Grammy winner, praised for analog energy, though not usually canonical rock tier.
help Foo Fighters - Wasting Light FAQ
Was Wasting Light really recorded without computers?
Yes, Foo Fighters recorded and mixed the album on analog tape rather than using a digital recording system. Producer Butch Vig worked with the band in Dave Grohl's untreated garage and adjoining rooms in Encino.
Which Wasting Light song features Krist Novoselic?
Former Nirvana bassist Krist Novoselic plays bass and accordion on "I Should Have Known." His appearance reunited him with Dave Grohl and Nevermind producer Butch Vig.
What are the main singles from Wasting Light?
"Rope," "Walk," "Arlandria," and "These Days" were among the album's major singles. "White Limo" also became a prominent track and won a Grammy for Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance.
Which Grammy Awards did Wasting Light win?
Wasting Light won Best Rock Album at the 54th Grammy Awards in 2012. "Walk" won Best Rock Song and Best Rock Performance, while "White Limo" won Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance.
explore Explore More
Similar to Foo Fighters - Wasting Light
See all arrow_forward
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
