Foos Files: A Foo Fighters Podcast

044 | Storytellers #8: One last performance of ‘Aurora’ (w/ Cristian Macouzet)

Sign up to the Foos Files newsletter for free bonus content.--Summary‘Aurora’, from Foo Fighters’ third album ‘There Is Nothing Left To Lose’, has grown into one of the band’s most emotionally resonant songs.It was the favourite track of the late Taylor Hawkins, who would have celebrated his 54th birthday next week.The song also holds deep personal meaning for our latest Storyteller, Mexican fan Cristian Macouzet – so much so that he played a small but decisive role in getting it added to the setlist for Foo Fighters’ 2022 show in Mexico City.Tragically, it would be the last time Taylor performed ‘Aurora’ live.In this episode, Cristian recounts the extraordinary chain of events that led to ‘Aurora’ being played that night at Foro Sol.More from Foos FilesFollow us on Instagram and Threads.Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com

043 | Sami Ansari on his unseen 'Sound City' photos

Sign up to the Foos Files newsletter for free bonus content.--SummaryCinematographer Sami Ansari’s role in the 2013 documentary film ‘Sound City’ was a case of fourth time lucky. Having been hired - and subsequently let go - on three occasions when working with the Foo Fighters, Sami eventually found himself thrust into the less familiar role of photographer on the ‘Sound City’ project. In keeping with the analog spirit of the Dave Grohl-directed film, he captured several rolls of black and white photos which have been unreleased - until now. In this week’s episode, the San Francisco Academy of Art film school graduate recalls his memories of the Sound City sessions, in which Dave Grohl and his Foo Fighters bandmates were joined by an all-star cast of musicians including Sir Paul McCartney, Stevie Nicks and Tom Petty.Topics DiscussedSami’s past music industry experienceHis first encounter with Dave Grohl Being hired and let go from the Sound City projectHis eventual role as photographer The changing energy of the sessionsJoining Sound City Players at the Sundance FestivalView Sami's previously unseen Sound City photos on Instagram at @samisurfsMore from Foos FilesFollow us on Instagram and Threads.Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com

042 | New album confirmed as Foo fever grips Tasmania!

Sign up to the Foos Files newsletter for free bonus content.--SummaryLaunceston, Tasmania was swept by Foo fever at the weekend as the Foo Fighters jetted into Australia for one night only.During the show at the University of Tasmania Stadium, Dave Grohl announced the Foos have completed work on a new album - and would be heading back Down Under later this year.In this week’s episode, we’re joined by members of the Aussie Foo Crew fan group to recap the Launceston show.We’re joined by Debbie Sheppard, Geo Hewitt, Kim Hearn and Gemma Ridley.Topics DiscussedNew album and future Australian confirmedFoo fever in Launceston - cultural and economic impact Catching Dave Grohl's wristbandBrant Webb and the 'Ballad of the Beaconsfield Miners'Jason Falkner's contribution to the bandMore from Foos FilesFollow us on Instagram and Threads.Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com

041 | Happy birthday, Dave! Foo Fighters at Kia Forum recap

Sign up to the Foos Files newsletter for free bonus content.--SummaryThis week’s episode is a group call-in with Foo Fighters fans who attended the show at the Kia Forum, Los Angeles, to celebrate Dave Grohl’s 57th birthday.Members of the Foo community join us to recap a night full of energy and emotion in aid of charities Hope The Mission and LA Mission.As well as the band’s performance, they discuss the overall show experience - which began outside the venue 48 hours before Foo Fighters took to the stage.We’re joined by Foo fans Raphaella Dreyer, Cheryl Fineman, Cheryl Gant, Keith Anthony Sikora and Teri Ramirez.More from Foos FilesFollow us on Instagram and Threads.Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com

040 | Round-up: Jason Falkner joins Foo Fighters for first show of 2026

Follow Foos Files on Instagram and Threads.SummaryFoo Fighters took to the stage with a new guitar player for their first live show of 2026 at Feria Estatal de León in Mexico on Saturday.The band were joined by stand-in guitarist Jason Falkner, who has been drafted in after Pat Smear suffered a broken foot.In this week's episode, we profile Jason - a respected musician, producer and songwriter - who has worked with the likes of Beck, St Vincent and Paul McCartney.And we recap the León performance with Cristian Macouzet, who was present to see the band play in his home city.--Share your Foo Fighters stories: foosfilespod@gmail.com