The Foo Fighters domination of the world (and news) continues, as the group sets its sights on a 20th Anniversary celebration that is sure to be one for the books. Dave Grohl and Co. have announced they will celebrate at RFK Stadium on July 4th, 2015 with an all-out extravaganza featuring performances from Gary Clark Jr., Trombone Shorty, Buddy Guy, Heart, Joan Jett, LL Cool J and DJ Z-Trip, and Trouble Funk. Being that this is a July 4th double-celebration of our nation’s birth, and the Foo Fighters beginnings, this will be an all-day affair with a BBQ, motorcycle rally, and fireworks display.
Each of the artists that will appear were also involved in the making of the Foo Fighters recent album and HBO docuseries Sonic Highways.
Here is the official word:
The all-star supporting line-up features an awe-inspiring assortment of musical ambassadors of the eight cities where the new FF album Sonic Highways (out November 10 on Roswell/RCA) was recorded and the band’s HBO docuseries Foo Fighters Sonic Highways was filmed: A huge inspiration for the lyrics of Sonic Highways lead track “Something From Nothing” — not to mention guitar players through the ages –– Chicago’s own Buddy Guy will perform. Gary Clark Jr. will be on hand to represent Austin, making for a generation-spanning double shot of guitar Godliness. From Seattle, Heart is confirmed to appear, Ann and Nancy Wilson having joined the FF family for its Late Show with David Letterman week-long stand leading into the HBO series’ premiere. Representing Los Angeles with ties to New York, will be longtime FF comrade in arms Joan Jett, who recently joined Foo Fighters Dave Grohl and Pat Smear for Nirvana’s induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Lauded New York hip-hop artist LL Cool J will also be making a special appearance featuring DJ Z-Trip. Rounding out this once in a lifetime who’s who of musical greatness will be DC hometown legends and kings of go-go Trouble Funk and, representing New Orleans, the incomparable Trombone Shorty.
So don’t forget and don’t delay: Go to http://bit.ly/FOOJULY4 10am this Saturday (Nov. 8th). All tickets are created equal for the Foo Fighters July 4th 20th anniversary blowout, but few shows will ever create these kinds of memories. Join Dave Grohl, Taylor Hawkins, Nate Mendel, Chris Shiflett and Pat Smear and their Sonic Highways family for a show that will be talked about for centennials to come.
Sonic Highways, the eighth studio album from Foo Fighters, out worldwide Monday, November 10. Preorder here: http://smarturl.it/FFSH