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Rolling Stones Joined by Dave Grohl at Anaheim Concert

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:45:16 +0000

Fans who attended the Anaheim, Calif. date of the Rolling Stones' '50 & Counting' Tour' got a little bit more than they bargained for Saturday night (May 18). Former Nirvana drummer and Foo Fighters front man Dave Grohl came out mid-set at the Honda Center to join the legendary rockers for a searing rendition of 'Bitch.'

Dave Grohl on Meeting Rush: 'I Started F—ing Crying'

Jeff Giles — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 09:49:29 +0000

No matter how successful a person might be in his chosen field, he can still have heroes who make him feel like a kid again. Just ask Dave Grohl, who had what sounds like a deeply emotional experience when meeting up with the members of Rush for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

Dave Grohl: Inducting Rush Into Rock Hall Was 'One of the Most Special Nights of My Life'

Chad Childers — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 16:45:44 +0000

Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl and drummer Taylor Hawkins had the pleasure of inducting Canadian icons Rush into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Thursday night, and shortly after the ceremony Grohl was still buzzing about the experience. He and Hawkins not only had a chance to give the induction speech, but they also performed a rather memorable version of the '2112 Overture' with the power trio, while decked out in '70s long haired whigs and kimonos.

Rush Perform With Foo Fighters at Hall of Fame Induction

Billy Dukes — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 14:44:19 +0000

Rush were the runaway stars at the 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony last night. And one of the show's highlights found the trio onstage with two members of the Foo Fighters, who performed the final minute of '2112''s classic 'Overture' with the newly inducted band. Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins even dressed in vintage Rush outfits -- Grohl as Alex Lifeson and Hawkins as Neil Peart -- complete with wigs.

Dave Grohl Contemplated Nirvana Performance With PJ Harvey on Vocals

Chad Childers — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 23:01:45 +0000

Dave Grohl has discussed his reluctance in the past to approach playing Nirvana music, even after a couple of decades removed from the height of their success. However, he did state that reuniting with Krist Novoselic and Pat Smear for the 'Sound City Players' shows did present some interesting conversations. Grohl revealed that one recent scenario involved an invite to PJ Harvey to see if she might be interested in joining them on a performance of a Nirvana track.

Stevie Nicks Performs 'You Can't Fix This' on 'Letterman' With Sound City Players

Dave Lifton — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 16:55:59 +0000

As we've been reading about the concerts by the Sound City Players, the supergroup assembled by Dave Grohl to help promote 'Sound City,' his movie about the Los Angeles studio, we've become intrigued by a new song he co-wrote with Stevie Nicks, 'You Can't Fix This.' Last night, the two performed the song on CBS' 'The Late Show with David Letterman.'

John Fogerty, Rick Springfield + Stevie Nicks Rock NYC With Dave Grohl and the 'Sound City' Players

Spencer Kaufman — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:37:20 +0000

Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters and Nirvana fame assembled an all-star cast of musicians for his new documentary 'Sound City,' and for the lucky fans in select cities, he has been taking the show on the road with him. Following performances in Park City, Utah, and Los Angeles, the Sound City Players hit New York City for a one-night stand last night (Feb. 13) at Hammerstein Ballroom.

Elton John to Appear on Next Queens of the Stone Age Album

Billy Dukes — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:01:59 +0000

Dave Grohl can now add Elton John to his growing list of famous collaborators. The classic rocker has joined Queens of the Stone Age, with whom Grohl is drumming while Foo Fighters are on hiatus, to record a song on their upcoming album. During an interview the two indicated that the style is very different from what fans have come to expect from the famous piano player.

Foo Fighters Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins to Induct Rush at 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony

Billy Dukes — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 20:20:31 +0000

Foo Fighters bandmates Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins will induct Rush into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this April, during a ceremony in Los Angeles, Calif. A press release at RockHall.com also revealed who will induct Albert King, Randy Newman and Donna Summer, but didn't mention what artist will do the honors for Heart or Public Enemy.

Stevie Nicks, John Fogerty + More Join Dave Grohl Onstage at Sundance 'Sound City' Party

Dave Lifton — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 17:25:19 +0000

In what may have been the greatest night of live band karaoke the world has ever seen, Dave Grohl premiered his 'Sound City' documentary at the Sundance Film Festival on Friday (Jan. 18) in style.

Corey Taylor, Dave Grohl, Rick Nielsen, Scott Reeder, 'From Can to Can't' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 15:35:55 +0000

More sounds from the upcoming 'Sound City Reel to Reel' album have been released. Rocker and film director Dave Grohl has teamed with Slipknot's Corey Taylor, Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick and bassist Scott Reeder to create 'From Can to Can't,' a soaring rock ballad that will transcend one back to 2002 when everything on the radio was thick with heartache power chords and thin on melody.

Dave Grohl's 'Sound City' Documentary to Hit Theaters on Jan. 31

Billy Dukes — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:59:56 +0000

After premiering at the Sundance Film Festival on Jan. 18, Dave Grohl's 'Sound City' documentary will be released to theaters in cities across the country. The one-night-only event will take place in over 40 cities on Jan. 31, with additional one-night showings on Feb. 1, Feb. 7, Feb. 15, Feb. 20 and Feb. 22.

Paul McCartney, Nirvana Song 'Cut Me Some Slack' Available for Sale

Billy Dukes — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 22:36:37 +0000

Paul McCartney's collaboration with the surviving members of Nirvana wasn't as unlikely as it seemed on Wednesday night. Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic joined the Beatle to close the 12-12-12 concert at Madison Square Garden. They sang 'Cut Me Some Slack,' which they wrote and recorded for Grohl's upcoming 'Sound City' documentary soundtrack, and the studio version is now available for sale on iTunes.

Dave Grohl Says Working With John Paul Jones Amongst Life Highlights

Billy Dukes — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 20:47:44 +0000

Last Sunday's Kennedy Center Honors provided a reunion of sorts for Dave Grohl and John Paul Jones, bandmates in Them Crooked Vultures. While drumming during the Led Zeppelin tribute was a dream come true for Grohl, he says recording with the Zep bassist was an unforgettable experience.

Jon Stewart to Interview Grohl and Novoselic

Kelly Stevens — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 13:29:12 +0000

The 20th anniversary of the classic Nirvana record “Nevermind” is quickly approaching. Reports say that Jon Stewart, comedian and host of “'The Daily Show” on the Comedy Network will be hosting a Q&A session with the band's surviving members Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic. Obviously, there will be dirt dug up about Kurt Cobain and the recording s