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Josh Freese Surprised by Foo Fighters Dismissal, Returns to NIN

12/15/2025

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Josh Freese, former Foo Fighters drummer, was let go by Foo Fighters in May 2025.
He remains uncertain about the reasons for his dismissal.
In a recent interview, Freese expressed surprise and disappointment about his dismissal and released new music.
Freese returned to Nine Inch Nails after leaving Foo Fighters.
Ilan Rubin, who replaced him at Nine Inch Nails, joined Foo Fighters.

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Story summary

Josh Freese, former Foo Fighters drummer, was let go by Foo Fighters in May 2025.
He remains uncertain about the reasons for his dismissal.
In a recent interview, Freese expressed surprise and disappointment about his dismissal and released new music.
Freese returned to Nine Inch Nails after leaving Foo Fighters.
Ilan Rubin, who replaced him at Nine Inch Nails, joined Foo Fighters.