Straight up shocking! Just moments ago, hard rock legends Foo Fighters announced across social media that they’ll be continuing as a band without longtime drummer Taylor Hawkins. Currently, there are no other details on who will be joining Foo Fighters as the next full-time drummer. Until then, stay tuned at Noise from the Pit for further details on who will become the next Foo Fighters member. You can read the full statement from all of Foo Fighters right below this.

As a longtime fan of the Foo Fighters, it’s hard to believe that it’s been over 25 years since the band’s formation. It all started in 1994 when Dave Grohl decided to step out on his own after the tragic death of Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain.

Grohl began recording demos for what would eventually become the Foo Fighters’ self-titled debut album, which was released the following year. The album contained hit singles “This Is a Call” and “I’ll Stick Around,” and it established the Foo Fighters as a force to be reckoned with in the rock music world.

But it was the band’s 1997 follow-up album, “The Colour and the Shape,” that really cemented their place in the pantheon of rock greatness. Featuring hit singles “Everlong,” “Monkey Wrench,” and “My Hero,” the album showcased the Foo Fighters’ diverse range of styles and solidified their status as a rock radio mainstay.

Over the years, the Foo Fighters lineup has seen some changes, with guitarist Pat Smear departing in 1997 and keyboardist Rami Jaffee joining the band in 2005. Despite these shifts, the band has continued to evolve and experiment with their sound, releasing more acoustic and experimental albums like “In Your Honor” (2005) and “Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace” (2007).

In the years since, the Foo Fighters have remained a dominant force in the rock music world, releasing multiple chart-topping albums like “Wasting Light” (2011) and “Concrete and Gold” (2017). They’ve also headlined major music festivals and embarked on world tours, solidifying their place as one of the most beloved and enduring rock bands of all time.

Aside from their work with the Foo Fighters, band members have also been known to engage in various side projects and collaborations. It’s clear that the Foo Fighters are a group of talented and endlessly creative musicians, and I can’t wait to see what they come up with next.

The loss of Taylor Hawkins is without a doubt a striking blow to the band and fans everywhere. I’m sure this was a difficult decision to make but we are glad they are moving forward. Looking forward to many more years of great music with Dave and the rest of the Foo Fighters.