Foo Fighters Preview New Album with 'Of All People'

The band's 12th studio album 'Your Favorite Toy' arrives on April 24.

Apr. 20, 2026 at 2:30pm

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Foo Fighters have released a new song called 'Of All People' as a preview of their upcoming 12th studio album 'Your Favorite Toy,' set to drop on April 24. The track follows previously released singles 'Caught In The Echo,' 'Asking for a Friend,' and the title track. Frontman Dave Grohl shared insights into the new song and the band's excitement to reconnect with fans on their upcoming Take Cover World Tour.

Why it matters

Foo Fighters are one of the most iconic rock bands of the past three decades, and the release of a new album is always highly anticipated by their devoted fanbase. This new material will give listeners a taste of the band's evolution while also reminding them of the energy and passion that has defined the Foo Fighters' sound over the years.

The details

The new song 'Of All People' is the latest preview of Foo Fighters' 12th studio album 'Your Favorite Toy,' which marks the band's first full-length release since 2023's 'But Here We Are.' The album also introduces drummer Ilan Rubin as a full-time member of the band's lineup, which includes Dave Grohl, Nate Mendel, Chris Shiflett, Smear, and Rami Jaffee. The album rollout will set the stage for the Foo Fighters' expansive Take Cover World Tour, which will feature support from Queens of the Stone Age and select appearances by Mannequin Pussy and Gouge Away.

  • Foo Fighters released the new song 'Of All People' on April 20, 2026.
  • The band's 12th studio album 'Your Favorite Toy' is set to drop on April 24, 2026.
  • The Take Cover World Tour will kick off on June 10, 2026 in Oslo, Norway.

The players

Foo Fighters

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

Dave Grohl

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

Ilan Rubin

The new full-time drummer for Foo Fighters, joining the band in 2025.

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What they’re saying

“'Asking For A Friend' is a song for those who have waited patiently in the cold, relying on hope and faith for their horizon to appear. Searching for 'proof' when hanging by a wish until the sun shines again. One of many songs to come...”

— Dave Grohl, Frontman, Foo Fighters

“Since our return to the stage in San Luis Obispo five weeks ago, we have been reminded of why we love and are forever devoted to doing this Foo Fighters thing. From reuniting as a band and staring at a list of 30 years worth of songs to brush off, to reimagining versions with the incredible blessing of the one and only Ilan Rubin behind the drums, to reconnecting with our amazing fans and blasting them with everything we've got (no matter the size of the venue) because we would not be here without them, we have the most solid core. And the sun is finally rising over the horizon. What better way to share the view than with close friends?”

— Dave Grohl, Frontman, Foo Fighters

What’s next

The Foo Fighters will embark on their expansive Take Cover World Tour starting on June 10, 2026 in Oslo, Norway. The tour will feature support from Queens of the Stone Age and select appearances by Mannequin Pussy and Gouge Away, and will continue into the summer with a North American leg kicking off on August 4 in Toronto and wrapping up on September 26 in Las Vegas.

The takeaway

The release of a new Foo Fighters album is always an exciting event for the band's devoted fanbase, as it showcases the group's continued evolution and commitment to delivering high-energy rock music. With the introduction of a new full-time drummer and the anticipation building for the Take Cover World Tour, this latest album cycle promises to reinvigorate the Foo Fighters' legacy as one of the most iconic rock acts of the modern era.