Notably, as Rubin joins the Foos, THR has learned that Freese will return to Nine Inch Nails, which a rep for the band has confirmed. The band subsequently shared a picture of Freese and tagged the drummer in an Instagram story, writing “let’s fucking go.” ( Freese has since commented .)

Foo Fighters have a new drummer: the former percussionist for Nine Inch Nails. Nine Inch Nails have a new drummer: The former sticksman for Foo Fighters.

The appointment comes after Taylor Hawkins’ successor said he was “shocked and disappointed” at the Foo’s change in direction.