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Foo Fighters are an American rock band formed in Seattle in 1994. Foo Fighters was initially formed as a one-man project by former Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl. Following the success of the eponymous debut album, Grohl (lead vocals, guitar) recruited a band consisting of Nate Mendel (bass guitar), William Goldsmith (drums), and Pat Smear (guitar). After a succession of lineup changes, including the departures of Goldsmith and Smear, the band formed its core lineup in 1999 consisting of Grohl Read more on Last.fm
At a moment in time when the validity of his band was already being questioned and the Nirvana shadow was looming largest, Dave Grohl went home to Virginia and created Nothing Left To Lose. The time spent away from the business made Grohl much more focused and rejuvenated. The result for fans was a laid back rock record that was more fun than deep and dark.
Grohls songwriting here mostly covered relationships and failed ventures, all with a positive yet aggressive attitude. This is still one of my favorite albums…period.