Foo Fighters Announce 'Your Favorite Toy' In-Store Listening Parties

Fans can hear the band's new album at record shops across the U.S. next month.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 12:50am

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A bold, abstract illustration featuring stark black and red geometric shapes, capturing the rebellious spirit of a new Foo Fighters album release.Foo Fighters' new album 'Your Favorite Toy' promises an energetic sonic experience for the band's devoted fans.Bridgeport Today

Foo Fighters have announced a series of in-store listening parties for their upcoming album 'Your Favorite Toy' at record shops across the United States from April 24-26. The album, the follow-up to 2023's 'But Here We Are', will officially be released on April 24. The band will also play a one-off show in Bridgeport, Connecticut on April 28 and headline festivals in May before launching a North American stadium tour in August.

Why it matters

The Foo Fighters have been one of the most popular rock bands for over two decades, and their album release events are highly anticipated by fans. These in-store listening parties provide an intimate way for fans to experience the new music ahead of the official release.

The details

Foo Fighters have announced a series of in-store listening parties for their new album 'Your Favorite Toy' to be held at record shops across the United States from April 24-26. The album, the follow-up to 2023's 'But Here We Are', will officially be released on April 24. So far, three songs from the record have been released: 'Asking for a Friend,' 'Caught in the Echo' and the title track. After the listening parties, the band will play a one-off show in Bridgeport, Connecticut on April 28, followed by headlining sets at the Welcome to Rockville and BottleRock Napa festivals in May. They'll then launch a full North American stadium tour in August.

  • The in-store listening parties will take place from April 24-26, 2026.
  • Foo Fighters' new album 'Your Favorite Toy' will be officially released on April 24, 2026.
  • The band will play a one-off show in Bridgeport, Connecticut on April 28, 2026.
  • Foo Fighters will headline the Welcome to Rockville and BottleRock Napa festivals in May 2026.
  • Foo Fighters will launch a full North American stadium tour in August 2026.

The players

Foo Fighters

An American rock band formed in 1994, led by former Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl. They are one of the most popular and successful rock acts of the past two decades.

Dave Grohl

The founder, lead singer, guitarist, and primary songwriter of the Foo Fighters. He was previously the drummer for the grunge band Nirvana.

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What’s next

Foo Fighters will play a one-off show in Bridgeport, Connecticut on April 28, 2026, followed by headlining sets at the Welcome to Rockville and BottleRock Napa festivals in May 2026. They'll then launch a full North American stadium tour in August 2026.

The takeaway

The Foo Fighters' in-store listening parties for their new album 'Your Favorite Toy' provide an exciting opportunity for fans to experience the highly anticipated new music ahead of its official release. This intimate event underscores the band's enduring popularity and connection with their dedicated fanbase.