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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Maria Sherman

What happened when Foo Fighters packed out tiny Manhattan venue for secret gig

  • Foo Fighters delivered an electrifying secret performance at Manhattan's Irving Plaza, playing to a capacity crowd of just 1,000 fans.
  • This resurgence follows a tumultuous two-year period for the band, including personal challenges for frontman Dave Grohl and a change in drummers.
  • Fans queued overnight and lined up for hours to secure the limited $30 tickets for the surprise gig, which featured a mix of new tracks, classic hits, and the live debut of a new song, 'Window'.
  • Dave Grohl led an energetic two-and-a-half-hour set, acknowledging late drummer Taylor Hawkins, and promised to replicate the intimate show's intensity in future larger venues.
  • The rock band recently released their 12th studio album, Your Favorite Toy, which is expected to top album charts globally.

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