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  • Foo Fighters jammed with Dave Grohl’s daughter’s boyfriend and a man dressed as Mentos in Liverpool

    The Foo Fighters brought an electrifying dose of pure rock energy to Liverpool this weekend, delivering two sold-out performances at Anfield Stadium where they managed to turn a stadium into a celebration of friendship and fan devotion.

    These were not just concerts; they were memorable events filled with spontaneous moments that captured the unique spirit of the city. The band’s stops in Liverpool served as an incredible backdrop for some truly unforgettable interactions with the audience.

    During their opening performance, frontman Dave Grohl led the crowd through a set that promised more surprises than just guitar riffs. As the show progressed, Grohl engaged a fan directly on stage, leading to a delightful and heartwarming reveal about his personal life.

    The interaction took a humorous turn when Grohl picked out a fan holding a sign, challenging the band to play a song if he could complete a Rubik’s cube. The audience was led to believe the challenge was accepted, before the young man took center stage and blasted through the track Rope.

    The reveal followed immediately: the fan turned out to be Max, the 18th birthday of Dave Grohl’s daughter Harper. The sold-out crowd erupted in cheers as they celebrated this special connection, singing ‘Happy Birthday’ to Max and showering him with affection.

    The scene was pure magic. As one reviewer noted, the moment shattered any illusion of a typical rock show, transforming it into a personal celebration for everyone present.

    The excitement continued on Saturday when another fan stepped into the spotlight in a similar fashion. Dressed as a giant pack of Mentos in tribute to the band’s classic branding, the guest was 31-year-old Marc, a Spanish fan who also plays in the Fool Fakers tribute band.

    Grohl invited Marc up to the B-stage, and together they performed ‘Big Me’. The shared joy on stage was palpable, with Grohl reflecting on the experience by saying, “When shit like this happens, that means this is the night of our lives, so thank you.”

    This spontaneous energy defined the shows. Beyond the personal moments, the atmosphere at Anfield was electric, further amplified by a performance by local primary school children who took the stage before one of the gigs.

    As the band wrapped up their time in Liverpool, Grohl reflected on why they continue to choose these UK venues for their shows. He assured fans that these events are merely “a cocktail party before the big dinner,” hinting at exciting plans for 2027.

    The Foo Fighters’ continued journey across Europe, including stops in Berlin and Vienna, is clearly fueled by this kind of connection—a reminder that rock music is not just about stadium anthems, but about building unforgettable, deeply human moments with the people who support it.

    Credit: NME

  • Foo Fighters live in Liverpool: rock club vibes on a stadium scale from our greatest supergroup

    The atmosphere at Anfield for the Foo Fighters was less a concert and more a glorious, sweaty communion. As Dave Grohl launched into the evening, asking the sun-kissed crowd if they wanted to sing 30 songs with him, he set the expectation for a marathon experience. It turned out, as always, it was going to be a long night for rock fanatics.

    While the venue itself offered an intimate feel compared to massive arenas, the energy inside Anfield was explosive. Red flares filled the air from the top of the stage, creating a crimson mist as the band moved through it, setting a dramatic stage for their relentless performance. The sheer volume and intensity were palpable, pulling everyone into the collective experience.

    The Foo Fighters masterfully blend their massive appeal with a relaxed, club-like vibe. They don’t rely on pyrotechnics or blockbuster special effects; instead, they offer pure rock and roll delivered with genuine banter. It is this laid-back, yet fiercely energetic delivery that defines their magic.

    The setlist was a brilliant tapestry of musical history, perfectly calibrated to delight every facet of the audience. Grohl seamlessly transitioned from anthemic power to throwback bangers, weaving in classic rock and grunge staples. The evening felt like being trapped in an endlessly looping, yet perfectly orchestrated, jukebox.

    They effortlessly balanced powerful tracks like ‘All My Life’ and ‘The Pretender’ with beloved hits such as ‘Stacked Actors’ and the undeniable crowd pleaser ‘My Hero’. The band’s knack for incorporating diverse sounds was astounding. They wove in the grace of Tom Petty, delivered the sing-along energy of Queen, and introduced moments that felt like a history lesson while keeping the rhythm pounding.

    The performance transcended mere playing; it was a celebration of their collective musical lineage. The band brought their pasts to the stage through a medley of covers from each member’s previous bands, demonstrating that they are far more than just Dave Grohl’s other band—they are a mighty supergroup.

    The evening culminated in moments that cemented the connection between the band and the audience. Grohl even engaged the crowd with an unexpected challenge: asking a young fan to complete a Rubik’s Cube on stage while drumming ‘Rope’. The resulting moment, which revealed the cube was the birthday puzzle for his daughter Harper’s boyfriend, added a layer of personal warmth and shared joy to the spectacle.

    As the night drew to a close with powerful songs like ‘Everlong’ and stunning visual fireworks lighting up the Liverpool sky, it felt less like a stadium show and more like a shared celebration. The experience leaves everyone in Liverpool feeling connected, ready for whatever comes next—a perfect cocktail party before bigger plans are made.

    The Playlist Highlights

    The setlist packed a diverse range of rock history: ‘All My Life’, ‘The Pretender’, ‘Times Like These’, ‘Of All People’, ‘Stacked Actors’, ‘My Hero’, ‘Learn to Fly’, ‘These Days’, ‘Walk’, ‘This Is A Call’, ‘No Son of Mine’, ‘For All the Cows’, ‘Big Me’, ‘Under You’, ‘La Dee Da’, ‘Caught in the Echo’, ‘Invincible’ / ‘Seven’ / ‘One Headlight’ / ‘Manimal’ / ‘Tap Dancing in a Minefield’, ‘Monkey Wrench’, ‘Breakout’, ‘Aurora’, ‘Rope’, ‘Best of You’, ‘The Teacher’, ‘Exhausted’, and ‘Everlong’.

    Credit: NME