Foo Fighters Deliver Emotional Set in San Diego: Exclusive Photos

Foo Fighters invaded San Diego on Aug. 7, bringing their distinctive model of space rock to Petco Park.

The band’s full arsenal was on show, as they opened their set with the rousing 2002 tune “All My Life.” There could be loads of additional hits all through the night time, together with such recognizable tracks as “The Pretender,” “Occasions Like These” and “Be taught to Fly,” however a few of the live performance’s extra poignant moments got here by way of lesser-known songs.

The efficiency was the band’s first present in San Diego because the tragic dying of drummer Taylor Hawkins in 2022. Earlier than enjoying one among Hawkins’ favourite tunes, There Is Nothing Left to Lose album reduce “Aurora,” frontman Dave Grohl mirrored upon his departed pal.

“You could have seen him strolling round a few of your seashores,” the singer famous, alluding to Hawkins’ So-Cal roots. “He was definitely Southern California’s son.”

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Grohl was in notably superb type on the night, delivering impassioned vocals all through the practically three hour present. The remainder of the Foo Fighters’ lineup consists of bassist Nate Mendel, keyboardist Rami Jaffee, guitarists Pat Smear and Chris Shiflett, and the band’s latest addition, drummer Josh Freese.

As has grow to be custom, the Foos tore by means of a medley of traditional rock covers halfway by means of their set. On this night time, the choices included Ozzy Osbourne’s “Loopy Prepare,” Van Halen’s “Eruption,” AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck,” Beastie Boys’ Sabotage, Ramones’ “Blitzkrieg Bop” and 9 Inch Nails’ “March of the Pigs.”

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The band’s encore introduced with it one other emotional second, as Foo Fighters carried out “The Trainer,” a robust 10-minute observe devoted to Grohl’s mom, Virginia, who additionally died in 2022. Nonetheless, the night time was at all times destined to finish on a loud notice, because the Foos closed with an electrifying rendition of their timeless hit “Everlong.”

Take a look at our unique pictures from Foo Fighters’ Petco Park live performance within the gallery under.