Dave Grohl is an American musician widely recognized as the founder, frontman, and primary songwriter for the rock band Foo Fighters, where he sings lead vocals and plays guitar. Before starting Foo Fighters, he held the drummer position in the iconic grunge band Nirvana from 1990 until 1994.
1965: Acquisition of Original Pelham Blue Trini Lopez Guitar
Dave Grohl acquired a prized possession for his guitar collection: an original Pelham blue Gibson Trini Lopez guitar from 1965. He purchased it from a doctor in the UK.
January 14, 1969: Birth of Dave Grohl
Dave Grohl was born on January 14, 1969.
1984: "Eighties" Released
Killing Joke released their song "Eighties" in 1984. Years later, Nirvana faced accusations of plagiarizing the opening riff of "Eighties" for their song "Come as You Are."
December 1985: Grohl Joins Dain Bramage
Dave Grohl joined the hardcore punk band Dain Bramage in December 1985.
1986: Grohl Joins Scream
At the age of 17, Dave Grohl joined the punk rock band Scream in 1986 as their drummer.
March 1987: Grohl Leaves Dain Bramage for Scream
In March 1987, Dave Grohl left Dain Bramage to join the band Scream.
1987: Grohl Plays with Iggy Pop
Dave Grohl played drums for Iggy Pop at a CD release party in Toronto in 1987 while touring with Scream.
May 4, 1990: Scream's Live Album Recorded
A Scream performance on May 4, 1990, in Alzey, Germany, was recorded and later released as a live album.
1990: Grohl Joins Nirvana
After connecting through a mutual friend, Dave Grohl auditioned for Nirvana in 1990. He was successful and soon joined the band as their drummer.
1990: Dave Grohl Joins Nirvana
Dave Grohl joined the grunge band Nirvana as their drummer in 1990 after his previous band, Scream, broke up.
1991: Nirvana Records "Nevermind"
Nirvana entered Sound City Studios in Los Angeles in 1991 to record the album "Nevermind."
1991: Nirvana Releases "Nevermind"
Nirvana's second album, "Nevermind," was released in 1991, marking Dave Grohl's first album as the band's drummer. The album was a global success.
1992: Grohl Drums on "King Buzzo"
In 1992, Dave Grohl played drums on Buzz Osborne's solo EP, "King Buzzo," using the pseudonym Dale Nixon. Grohl also released a cassette titled "Pocketwatch" under the name Late! through the independent label Simple Machines.
1992: First Appearance on Saturday Night Live
Since his first appearance in 1992, Grohl has been a musical guest on Saturday Night Live 14 times, more than any other musician, performing with various bands including Nirvana and Foo Fighters.
1992: Grohl Releases "Pocketwatch" Cassette
Under the pseudonym "Late!," Dave Grohl released "Pocketwatch," a cassette of his own material, in 1992.
1993: Grohl Joins Backbeat Band
Dave Grohl joined the alternative rock supergroup, the Backbeat Band, in 1993. The band, which included musicians such as Greg Dulli, Don Fleming, Mike Mills, Thurston Moore, and Dave Pirner, recreated The Beatles' early music for the movie "Backbeat."
1993: Purchases House in Shoreline
From 1993 to 1997, Dave Grohl owned a house in Shoreline, Washington.
1993: Cobain Discusses Grohl's Songwriting Contributions
In a late 1993 interview, Kurt Cobain acknowledged and praised Dave Grohl's increasing songwriting contributions to Nirvana.
April 8, 1994: Death of Kurt Cobain
On April 8, 1994, Kurt Cobain, frontman of Nirvana, tragically died by suicide. This event deeply impacted Dave Grohl, leading him to retreat from public life for a period.
April 1994: Grohl Retreats After Cobain's Death
Following Kurt Cobain's suicide in April 1994, Dave Grohl went into isolation for several months. Unsure of his next steps, he eventually left Seattle and spent time in County Kerry, Ireland.
October 1994: Grohl Records 15-Track Demo
In October 1994, Dave Grohl booked studio time at Robert Lang Studios. He used this time to record a 15-track demo, playing all instruments himself except for one guitar part on "X-Static" which was played by Greg Dulli of The Afghan Whigs.
1994: Music Video for "Money" Filmed
A music video for the Backbeat Band's cover of "Money" was filmed in 1994. Grohl's footage was filmed separately and added later due to his ongoing European tour with Nirvana.
1994: Nirvana Disbands
Nirvana disbanded in 1994 following the death of Kurt Cobain.
1994: Marriage to Jennifer Leigh Youngblood
In 1994, Dave Grohl married photographer Jennifer Leigh Youngblood from Grosse Pointe, Michigan.
1994: Grohl Drums on "Ball-Hog or Tugboat?"
Dave Grohl contributed drums to two tracks on Mike Watt's album "Ball-Hog or Tugboat?" in 1994.
July 1995: Foo Fighters Release Debut Album
In July 1995, Foo Fighters, formed by Dave Grohl following his time in Nirvana, released their self-titled debut album. The album was a reworking of demos Grohl had recorded earlier and marked the official start of the band.
1995: Foo Fighters Formed
Following Kurt Cobain's death and the disbandment of Nirvana, Dave Grohl formed the rock band Foo Fighters as a one-man project in 1995 and released their self-titled debut album.
1995: Foo Fighters' First US Tour
In early 1995, Foo Fighters embarked on their first US tour, "Ring Spiel Tour," opening for Mike Watt and performing alongside Eddie Vedder as Watt's backing band.
February 1996: Grohl Cameos on "The X-Files"
Dave Grohl and his then-wife Jennifer Youngblood made a cameo appearance on the sci-fi TV series "The X-Files" in February 1996. They appeared in the third season episode titled "Pusher".
December 1996: Separation from Jennifer Leigh Youngblood
Dave Grohl and his wife, Jennifer Leigh Youngblood, separated in December 1996 after Grohl admitted to infidelity.
January 1997: Grohl Performs with David Bowie
Dave Grohl joined David Bowie on stage for a few songs at Bowie's 50th birthday concert at Madison Square Garden in January 1997.
May 1997: Foo Fighters Release "The Colour and the Shape"
Foo Fighters released their second studio album, "The Colour and the Shape," in May 1997. This album proved to be a pivotal point in their career, gaining significant radio play and solidifying their presence in the rock music scene.
1997: Grohl Directs Music Videos
Dave Grohl began directing Foo Fighters' music videos in 1997.
1997: Sells House in Shoreline
Dave Grohl sold his house in Shoreline, Washington, in 1997.
1997: Directing Foo Fighters Music Video for "Monkey Wrench"
Dave Grohl stepped behind the camera in 1997 to direct the music video for the Foo Fighters song "Monkey Wrench".
1997: Divorce from Jennifer Leigh Youngblood
In 1997, Dave Grohl and Jennifer Leigh Youngblood officially divorced.
1997: Grohl Creates Soundtrack for "Touch"
In 1997, Dave Grohl composed and recorded the soundtrack for the film "Touch." He played almost all instruments himself, with a few exceptions like vocals from Louise Post on the title track.
1998: Directing Foo Fighters Music Video for "My Hero"
In 1998, Dave Grohl directed the music video for the Foo Fighters' song "My Hero."
1999: "Learn to Fly" Release
Foo Fighters released "Learn to Fly" on their 1999 album, "There Is Nothing Left to Lose."
1999: Foo Fighters Record "There Is Nothing Left to Lose"
In 1999, Foo Fighters, after departing from Capitol Records, recorded their album "There Is Nothing Left to Lose" in Dave Grohl's basement studio in Alexandria, Virginia. This independent recording process gave the band creative freedom, resulting in an album Grohl described as a pure representation of their vision at the time.
August 2000: Voice Acting in "Is It Fall Yet?"
In August 2000, Dave Grohl lent his voice to the character of Daniel Dotson, an egotistical art instructor, in the MTV animated movie "Is It Fall Yet?", which was part of the Daria series.
2000: Collaboration with Tony Iommi
In 2000, Dave Grohl lent his drumming skills and vocals to the track "Goodbye Lament" from Tony Iommi's album Iommi, showcasing his versatility and collaboration prowess.
2001: Inducting Queen into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins, drummer for Foo Fighters, inducted Queen into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001.
2001: Foo Fighters Begin Work on Fourth Album
Foo Fighters began working on their fourth studio album towards the end of 2001. However, the recording process would see some setbacks and changes, leading to a significant shift in direction.
2001: Performance with Tenacious D
In 2001, Grohl performed on Tenacious D's debut album and appeared in the video for their lead single "Tribute" as a demon, marking another notable collaboration.
October 26, 2002: Grohl's Chart Dominance Begins
Starting on October 26, 2002, Dave Grohl commenced a period of significant chart dominance, marking the beginning of his multi-band presence at the top of the Billboard Modern Rock charts.
November 23, 2002: Grohl Tops Billboard Charts with Multiple Bands
On November 23, 2002, Dave Grohl achieved a unique feat by replacing himself at the top of the Billboard Modern Rock chart. Nirvana's "You Know You're Right" was replaced by Foo Fighters' "All My Life". As "All My Life" ended its run, Queens of the Stone Age's "No One Knows," featuring Grohl on drums, took the top spot.
2002: Work with Queens of the Stone Age
In 2002, Grohl played drums on Queens of the Stone Age's album Songs for the Deaf and toured with the band, delaying work on Foo Fighters' One by One.
2002: Grohl Joins Queens of the Stone Age
In 2002, while Foo Fighters were in the midst of recording their fourth album, Dave Grohl joined Queens of the Stone Age to record their album "Songs for the Deaf." This experience reinvigorated Grohl's musical creativity and ultimately influenced the direction of Foo Fighters' upcoming album.
2002: Directing Foo Fighters Music Video for "All My Life"
Dave Grohl directed the music video for "All My Life," a song by the Foo Fighters, in 2002.
March 1, 2003: Grohl's Chart Dominance Ends
On March 1, 2003, Dave Grohl's impressive run of topping the Billboard Modern Rock charts with three different bands came to an end.
August 2, 2003: Marriage to Jordyn Blum
On August 2, 2003, Dave Grohl married Jordyn Blum after meeting at the Sunset Marquis Whiskey Bar in West Hollywood, California.
2003: Grohl Drums on Killing Joke Album
Dave Grohl surprised fans by playing drums on Killing Joke's self-titled album in 2003, despite past accusations of Nirvana plagiarizing a Killing Joke riff. Foo Fighters had previously covered Killing Joke's "Requiem" and even performed it live with Jaz Coleman in 2003.
2004: Probot Album Released
Dave Grohl released an album in 2004 for his heavy metal project, Probot, which he had been working on in his basement studio for several years. The project involved collaborations with prominent metal vocalists from the 1980s, including Lemmy, Conrad Lant, King Diamond, Scott Weinrich, Snake, and Max Cavalera.
2004: Participation in Nine Inch Nails' Album
In 2004, Grohl drummed on six tracks for Nine Inch Nails' 2005 album With Teeth and played percussion on another track, showcasing his drumming expertise.
June 14, 2005: Foo Fighters Release "In Your Honor"
Foo Fighters released their fifth studio album, "In Your Honor," on June 14, 2005. This album, featuring collaborations with notable musicians like John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin and Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age, marked a departure from their previous work. It included a disc of rock songs and another of acoustic tracks, showcasing the band's musical versatility.
2005: Grohl Reflects on "One by One"
In a 2005 interview with Rolling Stone, Dave Grohl reflected on Foo Fighters' album "One by One," expressing some dissatisfaction with the final product. He admitted that the recording process, marked by rushing and ultimately re-recording most of the album, led to a result that he felt was not the band's strongest work.
2005: Drumming for Garbage
In 2005, Grohl played drums on the song "Bad Boyfriend" on Garbage's album Bleed Like Me, adding another high-profile collaboration to his resume.
May 2006: Support for Trapped Beaconsfield Miners
In May 2006, Dave Grohl showed support for two miners who were trapped underground following a collapse at the Beaconsfield mine in Tasmania, Australia. He sent a message of support to the miners, one of whom had requested an iPod with the Foo Fighters album "In Your Honor" in the initial days after the collapse.
October 2006: Meeting with Beaconsfield Miner
Following their rescue, one of the Beaconsfield miners took up Dave Grohl's offer to meet. The meeting took place in October 2006 when the miner joined Grohl for a drink after a Foo Fighters acoustic concert at the Sydney Opera House.
2006: Role in Tenacious D Movie
In 2006, Grohl appeared in Tenacious D's movie Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny as the devil in the song "Beelzeboss" and performed on its soundtrack, furthering his association with the band.
2006: Birth of First Daughter
Dave Grohl and Jordyn Blum welcomed their first daughter in 2006.
March 2007: Recording of "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace" Begins
Foo Fighters began recording their sixth studio album, "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace," in March 2007.
June 2007: Recording of "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace" Concludes
In June 2007, Foo Fighters finished recording their sixth studio album, "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace."
September 25, 2007: Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace Released
On September 25, 2007, Foo Fighters released their sixth studio album, "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace." The album was recorded over three months between March and June 2007.
October 13, 2007: Saturday Night Live Appearance
On October 13, 2007, Dave Grohl appeared on Saturday Night Live (SNL) and performed in the Digital Short "People Getting Punched Just Before Eating".
December 3, 2007: "Long Road to Ruin" Release
On December 3, 2007, "Long Road to Ruin" was released as the second single from Foo Fighters' album "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace."
2007: Release of "Ballad of the Beaconsfield Miners"
Inspired by the Beaconsfield mine collapse and his interaction with one of the rescued miners, Dave Grohl composed an instrumental piece titled "Ballad of the Beaconsfield Miners." The track, featuring Kaki King, was included on the Foo Fighters' 2007 album "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace."
June 2008: Guest at Paul McCartney's Concert
In June 2008, Grohl was Paul McCartney's special guest at a concert at the Anfield football stadium in Liverpool, performing on several songs as part of the city's European Capital of Culture celebrations.
June 24, 2008: "Let It Die" Release
Foo Fighters released "Let It Die," the third single from their album "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace," on June 24, 2008.
2008: Discussing Past Drug Use
During a 2008 interview, Dave Grohl opened up about his past experiences with drugs, revealing that he had never used cocaine, heroin, or speed. He also shared that he had stopped using cannabis and LSD at the age of 20.
July 2009: Formation of Them Crooked Vultures
In July 2009, Grohl, Josh Homme, and John Paul Jones formed the supergroup Them Crooked Vultures, marking the creation of a new musical collaboration.
August 9, 2009: First Show with Them Crooked Vultures
On August 9, 2009, Them Crooked Vultures performed their first show together at Metro in Chicago, debuting their collaboration to the public.
August 2009: Receives Key to Warren, Ohio
In August 2009, Dave Grohl was given the key to his birthplace, Warren, Ohio, and performed "Everlong", "Times Like These", and "My Hero". A roadway in downtown Warren was named "David Grohl Alley" in his honor and features murals by local artists.
August 26, 2009: First UK Gig for Them Crooked Vultures
On August 26, 2009, Them Crooked Vultures played their first UK gig at Brixton Academy in London, supporting the Arctic Monkeys.
November 3, 2009: Foo Fighters Release Greatest Hits Collection
On November 3, 2009, Foo Fighters released their first Greatest Hits collection. The album featured two new tracks, "Wheels" and "Word Forward," produced by Butch Vig, and a previously unreleased acoustic version of "Everlong." Grohl expressed reservations about the release, feeling it was too early in their career.
November 16, 2009: UK Release of Them Crooked Vultures Debut Album
On November 16, 2009, Them Crooked Vultures released their self-titled debut album in the UK, marking a significant milestone for the supergroup.
November 17, 2009: US Release of Them Crooked Vultures Debut Album
On November 17, 2009, Them Crooked Vultures released their self-titled debut album in the US, following its UK release.
2009: Collaboration with The Prodigy
In 2009, Grohl played drums on the tracks 'Run with the Wolves' and 'Stand Up' on The Prodigy's album Invaders Must Die, showcasing his drumming talent.
2009: Contributing to Anti-Drug Video and Experiencing Caffeine Overdose
Dave Grohl participated in a 2009 anti-drug video for the BBC, using his platform to advocate against drug use. In a health-related incident that same year, he was hospitalized due to chest pains, which were attributed to a caffeine overdose resulting from his excessive coffee consumption.
2009: Birth of Second Daughter
Dave Grohl and Jordyn Blum welcomed their second daughter in 2009.
February 6, 2010: Saturday Night Live Appearance
On February 6, 2010, Dave Grohl appeared on Saturday Night Live in a skit where he played a middle-aged punk rock drummer reuniting the group "Crisis of Conformity", fronted by Fred Armisen.
April 2010: Grohl Acknowledges Influence of 9:30 Club
In April 2010, Dave Grohl spoke about the significant influence that the 9:30 Club, a music venue in Washington, D.C., had on his musical development during his teenage years.
October 2010: Grohl Recalls First Impression of Nirvana
In October 2010, Dave Grohl recalled his initial, surprised impression of Nirvana when he first met them.
October 23, 2010: Performance with Tenacious D at BlizzCon
On October 23, 2010, Grohl performed as the drummer with Tenacious D at BlizzCon, participating in the entire concert.
December 5, 2010: Kennedy Center Honors Tribute
On December 5, 2010, Grohl paid tribute to Paul McCartney at the Kennedy Center Honors, performing a duet version of 'Maybe I'm Amazed' with Norah Jones.
2010: Voice Acting in "Metalocalypse"
During 2010, Dave Grohl contributed a voice cameo to the Cartoon Network show "Metalocalypse", voicing the character of Syrian dictator Abdule Malik in the season 3 finale episode, "Doublebookedklok".
2010: Collaboration with Slash
In 2010, Grohl helped write and performed on drums for 'Watch This' with guitarist Slash and Duff McKagan on Slash's self-titled album, collaborating with iconic rock artists.
March 9, 2011: Saturday Night Live Appearance
Dave Grohl appeared in two segments on the March 9, 2011 episode of Saturday Night Live: the Digital Short "Helen Mirren's Magical Bosom" and the sketch "Bongo's Clown Room".
April 12, 2011: Wasting Light Released
Foo Fighters achieved their first number-one album in the United States with the release of their seventh studio album, "Wasting Light," on April 12, 2011.
June 2011: Reveals Hearing Loss
In June 2011, Dave Grohl revealed that he was experiencing hearing loss in his left ear due to his decades of performing on stage.
October 2011: Tour with Cage the Elephant
In October 2011, Grohl temporarily joined Cage the Elephant as a replacement drummer on tour after Jared Champion's appendix burst, showcasing his flexibility and support for fellow musicians.
2011: Counter-Protest Against Westboro Baptist Church
Dave Grohl participated in a counter-protest against the Westboro Baptist Church in 2011, using music to express his stance against their anti-gay views. Grohl and his band performed the song "Keep It Clean" from the back of a flatbed truck as part of the demonstration.
2011: Documentary on Sound City
In 2011, Grohl directed a documentary entitled Sound City, focusing on the Van Nuys studio where Nevermind was recorded, which had shut down its music operations.
2011: Directing Foo Fighters Music Videos for "White Limo" and "Rope"
The year 2011 saw Dave Grohl directing two music videos for the Foo Fighters: "White Limo" and "Rope."
July 7, 2012: Unveiling of World's Largest Drumsticks
On July 7, 2012, oversized 902 lb drumsticks dedicated to Dave Grohl and listed in the Guinness Book of World Records were displayed at a concert at the Warren Amphitheater.
December 2012: Guest Hosting "Chelsea Lately"
As part of "Celebrity Guest Host Week", Dave Grohl served as a guest host on "Chelsea Lately" for a week in December 2012.
2012: Ranked Third-Wealthiest Drummer
In 2012, Stereogum estimated Dave Grohl to be the third wealthiest drummer in the world, behind Ringo Starr and Phil Collins, with a fortune of $260 million.
2012: Drumming for Tenacious D
In 2012, Grohl performed drums for Tenacious D's album Rize of the Fenix, continuing his long-standing collaboration with the duo.
2012: Supporting Barack Obama's Presidential Campaign
Dave Grohl publicly expressed his support for Barack Obama's 2012 presidential campaign. He performed his song "My Hero" at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina.
2012: Drumming for Queens of the Stone Age
In 2012, following Joey Castillo's departure, Grohl performed on some tracks as drummer for Queens of the Stone Age's 2013 album ...Like Clockwork.
January 2013: Foo Fighters Writing New Material
Despite rumors of a hiatus, Grohl confirmed in January 2013 that the band had been writing new material for their eighth studio album.
February 2013: Guest Hosting "Chelsea Lately"
Dave Grohl took on the role of guest host for the talk show "Chelsea Lately" for a week in February 2013. Notably, Elton John was one of the guests during that week.
November 6, 2013: Performance at CMA Awards
On November 6, 2013, Grohl played drums for the Zac Brown Band at the CMA Awards, debuting their new song 'Day for the Dead' and producing their EP The Grohl Sessions, Vol. 1.
2013: Album Release with Queens of the Stone Age
In 2013, Queens of the Stone Age released their album ...Like Clockwork, featuring Grohl's drumming on several tracks.
2013: Release of Sound City Documentary
In 2013, Grohl released his documentary Sound City, which chronicles the history of the Van Nuys studio and its impact on the music industry.
2013: Keynote Speech at SXSW
In 2013, Grohl delivered a keynote speech at the South by Southwest conference in Austin, Texas, covering his musical journey and emphasizing the importance of individual voice in the industry.
2013: Producing and Directing "Sound City" Documentary
In 2013, Dave Grohl produced and directed the documentary "Sound City," which delves into the history of the renowned Sound City Studios in Van Nuys, California. The film marked Grohl's feature-length directorial debut and premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
2013: Grohl Releases "Sound City" Documentary
Dave Grohl's 2013 documentary, "Sound City," depicts the making of Nirvana's "Nevermind" album at Sound City Studios.
2013: Grohl's Directorial Debut with "Sound City"
Dave Grohl released his debut documentary, "Sound City," in 2013.
April 10, 2014: Induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Two decades after Kurt Cobain's death, on April 10, 2014, Dave Grohl was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Nirvana.
October 17, 2014: Directing "Sonic Highways" Documentary Miniseries
Coinciding with the release of the Foo Fighters' album "Sonic Highways," Dave Grohl directed an eight-part documentary miniseries with the same name. The series, which premiered on HBO on October 17, 2014, explores the album's creation process across eight different American cities.
November 10, 2014: Sonic Highways Released
Foo Fighters released their eighth studio album, "Sonic Highways," on November 10, 2014. The album peaked at number two in the United States and featured eight songs inspired by different U.S. cities, with Grohl personally researching each location's musical history and culture.
December 4, 2014: First Solo Rolling Stone Cover
On December 4, 2014, Dave Grohl's first solo Rolling Stone cover story was published.
2014: Directing Soundgarden's "By Crooked Steps" Music Video
Beyond his work with the Foo Fighters, Dave Grohl also directed the music video for the Soundgarden song "By Crooked Steps" in 2014.
2014: Grohl Discusses Songwriting with Cobain
In a 2014 episode of "Foo Fighters: Sonic Highways," Dave Grohl talked about his songwriting collaborations with Kurt Cobain during their time in Nirvana.
2014: Nirvana Inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Dave Grohl was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Nirvana in 2014.
2014: Release of "Sonic Highways" Miniseries
Dave Grohl released the documentary miniseries "Sonic Highways" in 2014.
2014: Birth of Third Daughter
Dave Grohl and Jordyn Blum welcomed their third daughter in 2014.
May 2015: Chevy Metal Performance
Grohl and other Foo Fighters members performed as their cover band, "Chevy Metal," at the "Conejo Valley Days" county fair in Thousand Oaks, California, in May 2015.
May 20, 2015: Final Musical Guest on "Late Show with David Letterman"
In a memorable appearance on May 20, 2015, Dave Grohl and the Foo Fighters were the last musical guests on the final episode of "Late Show with David Letterman." They performed "Everlong," which Letterman considered his favorite song, highlighting the bond between them.
June 12, 2015: Grohl Breaks Leg on Stage
During a concert in Gothenburg, Sweden, on June 12, 2015, Dave Grohl fell off the stage and broke his leg. He temporarily left the stage but returned with a cast to finish the performance. The incident forced the band to cancel the remainder of their European tour.
July 31, 2015: Grohl Responds to "Rockin' 1000"
Dave Grohl publicly thanked Fabio Zaffagnini, Marco Sabiu, and the 1,000 musicians of the "Rockin' 1000" project in Cesena, Italy, on July 31, 2015, for their performance of the Foo Fighters' song "Learn to Fly." He also hinted at a future performance in Cesena.
December 1, 2015: Appearance on "The Muppets"
Dave Grohl appeared on an episode of "The Muppets" which aired on December 1, 2015. The highlight of his appearance was a "drum off" competition with the Muppet character Animal.
2015: Counter-Protest Against Westboro Baptist Church
Dave Grohl engaged in another counter-protest against the Westboro Baptist Church in 2015, this time employing the element of surprise. He and others countered the group's anti-gay protests by "Rickrolling" them - a prank involving unexpectedly playing Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up."
2015: Sells Oxnard Home
In 2015, Dave Grohl sold his 3,088 square foot beachfront house in Oxnard, California, for $2.9 million.
2016: Grohl Loans Throne to Axl Rose
Dave Grohl lent his custom-designed performance throne to Axl Rose of Guns N' Roses in 2016 after Rose broke his foot.
2016: Return to Nine Inch Nails
In 2016, Grohl returned to play drums on the song 'The Idea of You' from Nine Inch Nails' EP Not the Actual Events, continuing his collaboration with the band.
2016: Grohl Ranked Among Best Drummers
Rolling Stone ranked Dave Grohl 27th on their list of the best drummers of all time in 2016.
2016: Ranked Among Best Drummers
Rolling Stone ranked Dave Grohl 27th on their list of the best drummers of all time in 2016.
September 15, 2017: Concrete and Gold Released
Foo Fighters released their ninth studio album, "Concrete and Gold," on September 15, 2017, marking their second album to debut at number one on the Billboard 200.
2017: Curating Cal Jam 17 Music Festival
Inspired by the California Jam, Dave Grohl and the Foo Fighters curated and hosted the Cal Jam 17 music festival in 2017. The event took place at Glen Helen Amphitheater to celebrate the release of the Foo Fighters' album "Concrete and Gold" and the start of their North American tour.
August 10, 2018: Release of 'Play'
On August 10, 2018, Grohl released 'Play', a solo recording lasting over 22 minutes, accompanied by a mini documentary.
2018: Publicly Criticizing Donald Trump
In 2018, Dave Grohl made his opinions about then-President Donald Trump known by referring to him as "a massive jerk" in an interview.
2018: Gifted Guitar to Young Fan
In 2018, Grohl invited ten-year-old Collier Cash Rule on stage at a Foo Fighters concert and gifted him his guitar, showcasing his generosity and support for young musicians.
2018: Curating Cal Jam 18 Music Festival
Dave Grohl continued his involvement in music festivals by curating Cal Jam 18 in 2018, which was held in San Bernardino, California. A highlight of the festival was a reunion performance by the members of Nirvana.
February 2019: Appearance on "Sesame Street"
Dave Grohl made an appearance on the children's television show "Sesame Street" in February 2019 as part of the show's 50th anniversary season.
November 2020: Drum Battle with Nandi Bushell
Between August and November 2020, Grohl participated in an online drum battle with ten-year-old drummer Nandi Bushell, conceding victory to her and writing a song in her honor.
2020: Hanukkah Sessions Collaboration
During Hanukkah of 2020, Grohl collaborated with Greg Kurstin to release covers of songs by Jewish artists, calling the project The Hanukkah Sessions.
2020: Supporting Joe Biden's Presidential Campaign
The Foo Fighters, with Dave Grohl, continued their political engagement by supporting Joe Biden's 2020 presidential campaign.
January 28, 2021: Announcement of Dave Grohl Documentary
On January 28, 2021, the first authorized documentary about Dave Grohl's life was announced, set to be released through The Coda Collection.
February 5, 2021: Medicine at Midnight Released
On February 5, 2021, Foo Fighters released their tenth studio album, "Medicine at Midnight," following delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The album debuted at number three on the Billboard 200.
April 30, 2021: Release of "What Drives Us" Documentary
The Dave Grohl documentary, titled "What Drives Us," was released on April 30, 2021.
August 26, 2021: Performance with Nandi Bushell
On August 26, 2021, Grohl invited Nandi Bushell to perform with Foo Fighters on stage at the L.A. Forum, where she played drums on 'Everlong' as the show's finale.
October 5, 2021: Publication of Memoir
On October 5, 2021, Grohl's memoir The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music was published, offering insights into his life and career.
October 8, 2021: Appearance on "CBeebies Bedtime Story"
On October 8, 2021, Dave Grohl appeared on the children's television program "CBeebies Bedtime Story." He read a story inspired by The Beatles song "Octopus's Garden".
2021: Grohl Loans Throne to Darin Wall
In 2021, Dave Grohl lent his performance throne to Darin Wall, the vocalist of the Seattle metal band Greyhawk, after Wall was shot in the leg.
2021: Continuation of Hanukkah Sessions
In 2021, Grohl and Greg Kurstin continued The Hanukkah Sessions, releasing covers of songs by Jewish artists each night of Hanukkah.
2021: Performing at Joe Biden's Presidential Inauguration
Following Joe Biden's victory in the 2020 presidential election, the Foo Fighters performed at the "Celebrating America" concert, part of the celebrations for the Inauguration of Joe Biden in 2021.
2021: Foo Fighters Inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Dave Grohl was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Foo Fighters in 2021.
2021: Grohl Releases Documentary and Autobiography
Dave Grohl released the documentary film "What Drives Us" and his autobiography, "The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music," in 2021.
February 2022: Discusses Impact of Hearing Loss
During an appearance on The Howard Stern Show in February 2022, Dave Grohl discussed the impact his hearing loss and tinnitus have had on his personal and professional life. He revealed he's been reading lips for 20 years.
February 25, 2022: Release of Dream Widow Album
On February 25, 2022, Grohl released a thrash metal record for the fictional band Dream Widow, developed for the horror-comedy movie Studio 666.
March 25, 2022: Taylor Hawkins Dies
Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins died on March 25, 2022, leading to the cancellation of their "Medicine at Midnight" tour.
June 2022: Duet with Paul McCartney at Glastonbury
On June 25, 2022, Grohl duetted with Paul McCartney at the Glastonbury Festival, marking his first performance since the death of Taylor Hawkins earlier in the year.
2022: Grohl Discusses Post-Nirvana Period
In 2022, Dave Grohl gave an interview to The Pit where he spoke about his period of retreat and uncertainty following Kurt Cobain's death in 1994.
2022: Foo Fighters Star in "Studio 666"
Dave Grohl and the Foo Fighters starred as themselves in the comedy horror film "Studio 666" in 2022.
2022: Hanukkah Sessions 2022
In 2022, Grohl and Greg Kurstin continued their annual tradition of The Hanukkah Sessions, releasing covers of songs by Jewish artists.
June 2, 2023: But Here We Are Released
Foo Fighters released their eleventh studio album, "But Here We Are," on June 2, 2023. The album is dedicated to Taylor Hawkins and Virginia Grohl, Dave Grohl's mother, both of whom died in 2022.
2023: Debut of White Gibson DG-335 Guitar
For the Foo Fighters' return in 2023, Dave Grohl debuted a new addition to his stage setup: a white Gibson DG-335 guitar. The choice of the white guitar seemed to be influenced by the aesthetics of the band's album "But Here We Are".
2024: Receives The George and Ira Gershwin Award
Dave Grohl received The George and Ira Gershwin Award in 2024.