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Foo Fighters

Live Performances by Foo Fighters in 2008

Foo Fighters - Live Performance of 'Everlong' at Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium
London, England, United Kingdom

June 6, 2008 | Video Length: 5:21
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    In June 2008, the Foo Fighters were riding high on the success of their sixth studio album, "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace," which was released in September 2007. This album included hits like "The Pretender" and "Long Road to Ruin," solidifying the band’s prominence in the rock scene. The live performance of "Everlong" at Wembley Stadium showcased the band's remarkable ability to engage a massive audience, highlighting their status as a quintessential rock act. The Wembley shows were particularly significant, marking not only a peak in their career but also a celebration of their growth since their formation in 1994. Interestingly, the band's frontman, Dave Grohl, was initially known as the drummer for Nirvana, and the Wembley concert exemplified how he successfully transitioned to a powerful frontman, captivating audiences with his energy and passion. The event remains a memorable moment in their history, encapsulating a high point in their live performance legacy.

Foo Fighters - Best of You Live Performance at Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium
London, England, United Kingdom

June 6, 2008 | Video Length: 5:43
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  • In June 2008, the Foo Fighters performed at Wembley Stadium as part of a highly anticipated live recording, encapsulating a significant moment in thei... Read Full Description >

    In June 2008, the Foo Fighters performed at Wembley Stadium as part of a highly anticipated live recording, encapsulating a significant moment in their career. Prior to this performance, the band had released their album "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace" in 2007, which was met with critical acclaim and commercial success, featuring hits like "The Pretender" and "Long Road to Ruin." This live recording at Wembley, filmed over two sold-out nights, showcased the band's evolution into a major rock powerhouse, emphasizing their expansive sound and dynamic stage presence. Notably, “Best of You,” the song featured in the video, became an anthem of resilience and determination for fans. The Wembley concerts also highlighted the band's strong connection with their audience, marking a defining moment as they solidified their place in rock history during the peak of their career.

Foo Fighters Live at Wembley Stadium Performing 'Rock and Roll'

Wembley Stadium
London, England, United Kingdom

June 6, 2008 | Video Length: 3:51
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  • In June 2008, the Foo Fighters were riding high on the success of their album "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace," which was released in September 200... Read Full Description >

    In June 2008, the Foo Fighters were riding high on the success of their album "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace," which was released in September 2007. This album showcased a maturation in their sound, blending rock with more experimental elements, and it included popular tracks like “The Pretender” and “Long Road to Ruin.” The live performance at Wembley Stadium marked a significant milestone in the band's career, as they played to a massive audience over two sold-out nights, solidifying their status as one of the leading rock bands of the era. Notably, this concert was part of their first-ever headlining show at the renowned venue and was later released as a live album, further establishing their reputation for electrifying live performances. The Wembley show exemplified the band's energetic stage presence and ability to engage large crowds, contributing to their legacy in rock music.

Foo Fighters Live Performance of 'My Hero' at Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium
London, England, United Kingdom

June 6, 2008 | Video Length: 8:11
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  • In June 2008, during their live performance at Wembley Stadium, the Foo Fighters were enjoying significant success with their album "Echoes, Silence, ... Read Full Description >

    In June 2008, during their live performance at Wembley Stadium, the Foo Fighters were enjoying significant success with their album "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace," released in 2007. This album showcased the band's versatility, blending elements of rock with softer acoustic pieces and included hit singles like "The Pretender" and "Long Road to Ruin." The Wembley concert was part of a pivotal moment in their career, as it marked one of their largest performances, featuring a setlist filled with fan favorites, including "My Hero." The shows were not only sold-out but also served as a testament to the band's rising popularity and their ability to draw massive crowds. Additionally, the Wembley concert was later released as a live album, further solidifying their status as one of the leading rock bands of their time, highlighting their connection with audiences through high-energy performances.

Foo Fighters - Live Performance of 'Learn to Fly' at Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium
London, England, United Kingdom

June 6, 2008 | Video Length: 4:09
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  • In June 2008, Foo Fighters performed at Wembley Stadium during a momentous two-night event, solidifying their status as one of the premier rock bands ... Read Full Description >

    In June 2008, Foo Fighters performed at Wembley Stadium during a momentous two-night event, solidifying their status as one of the premier rock bands of the era. This performance coincided with their release of the album "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace" in 2007, which explored a diverse range of musical styles and included hits like "The Pretender." The Wembley concert was significant as it showcased the band's ability to energize massive crowds, reflecting their considerable growth since their formation in 1994. The live recording of "Learn to Fly" exemplifies their dynamic presence and connection with fans, and it was part of a critically acclaimed concert film that further highlighted Foo Fighters' success. Additionally, the performance marked an important era for the band, as they were transitioning into a more substantial legacy with plans for future projects like "Wasting Light" in 2011, showcasing their continuous evolution in the music industry.

Foo Fighters - 'Times Like These' Live Performance at Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium
London, England, United Kingdom

June 6, 2008 | Video Length: 4:49
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  • In June 2008, the Foo Fighters performed live at Wembley Stadium, a pivotal moment in their career that highlighted their status as one of rock's lead... Read Full Description >

    In June 2008, the Foo Fighters performed live at Wembley Stadium, a pivotal moment in their career that highlighted their status as one of rock's leading bands. Leading up to this performance, they had released their album "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace" in 2007, which included hits like "The Pretender" and "Long Road to Ruin." The Wembley shows were filmed over two sold-out nights and showcased the band's dynamic live presence, further solidifying their reputation following the success of their previous studio work. Notably, the Wembley concert marked a milestone for the band, as it is often regarded as one of their most significant performances, showcasing an emotional connection with the audience during "Times Like These," a song that resonated with themes of perseverance and reflection. This live recording also contributed to a growing legacy of the Foo Fighters as a formidable live act on the global stage.

Foo Fighters - Live Performance of 'Monkey Wrench' from Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium
London, England, United Kingdom

June 6, 2008 | Video Length: 7:34
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  • In June 2008, Foo Fighters were at a significant point in their career, performing two sold-out shows at Wembley Stadium, which is often regarded as a... Read Full Description >

    In June 2008, Foo Fighters were at a significant point in their career, performing two sold-out shows at Wembley Stadium, which is often regarded as a landmark venue for any artist. This performance was part of a promotional tour for their sixth studio album, "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace," released in 2007. On the night of June 6, they delivered a dynamic live rendition of “Monkey Wrench,” showcasing their blend of alternative rock and post-grunge styles that had garnered them widespread acclaim. The Wembley shows were not only a testament to their popularity but also highlighted the band's ability to connect with large audiences. The live recording captures the energy of their performance and the monumental scale of the event, reflecting Foo Fighters' status as one of the leading rock bands of their time.

Foo Fighters Live Performance of 'Ramble On' at Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium
London, England, United Kingdom

June 6, 2008 | Video Length: 5:28
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  • In June 2008, during the live recording of "Ramble On" at Wembley Stadium, the Foo Fighters were at a pivotal moment in their career, having just rele... Read Full Description >

    In June 2008, during the live recording of "Ramble On" at Wembley Stadium, the Foo Fighters were at a pivotal moment in their career, having just released their sixth studio album, "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace" in 2007. This album showcased their continued evolution, featuring a blend of hard rock anthems and more introspective tracks, and received critical acclaim while also achieving commercial success. The concert at Wembley was significant not only because it was filmed over two sold-out nights but also because it was a testament to the band's peak popularity and solidified their status as one of the leading rock acts of the era. Following this event, they would go on to release "Wasting Light" in 2011, which further embraced their rock roots. Additionally, this performance was notable as it included a cover of Led Zeppelin's "Ramble On," showcasing the band's influences and willingness to pay homage to their musical inspirations.

Foo Fighters - 'The Pretender' Live Performance at Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium
London, England, United Kingdom

June 7, 2008 | Video Length: 4:44
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  • In June 2008, during the height of their popularity, Foo Fighters performed a monumental live recording at Wembley Stadium, which was a significant mi... Read Full Description >

    In June 2008, during the height of their popularity, Foo Fighters performed a monumental live recording at Wembley Stadium, which was a significant milestone in their career. This concert was part of the promotional tour for their album "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace," released in September 2007. The album showcased the band's evolution, featuring a mix of hard rock anthems and more introspective ballads, and it received critical acclaim, solidifying their status in the rock genre. The performance of "The Pretender," a standout track from the album, highlighted the band's energetic stage presence and connection with the audience. Notably, the Wembley performance was filmed over two sold-out nights, capturing the essence of their live energy and further cementing their reputation as a leading rock band of the era. The concert and its subsequent release became iconic, celebrated for its scale and the band’s unwavering commitment to delivering electrifying performances.

Foo Fighters - Live Performance of 'All My Life' at Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium
London, England, United Kingdom

June 7, 2008 | Video Length: 4:14
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  • In June 2008, when Foo Fighters performed "All My Life" live at Wembley Stadium, they were riding high on the success of their sixth studio album, "Ec... Read Full Description >

    In June 2008, when Foo Fighters performed "All My Life" live at Wembley Stadium, they were riding high on the success of their sixth studio album, "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace," which had been released in September 2007. This album showcased a more experimental sound for the band, incorporating diverse musical styles and revealing their continued evolution beyond their grunge roots. The live recording at one of the UK's most iconic venues marked a significant moment in their career, as it was filmed over two sold-out nights and reflects their status as a top-tier rock act. Notably, the performance at Wembley symbolizes the culmination of their impressive trajectory, highlighting both their live energy and the emotional depth of their music. This concert would later be released as part of their live album, further solidifying their reputation for compelling live performances.