Foo Fighters have surprised fans with the release of a new live EP, Are Playing Where??? Vol. 1, available now exclusively via Bandcamp. Released on October 3, 2025, the six-track collection features recordings from a series of intimate, under-the-radar club shows the band played in September across four U.S. cities.
The EP is available as a pay-what-you-want download, with all proceeds going to local charities in the cities where the shows took place.
Rare Club Shows, Classic Deep Cuts
The recordings on Are Playing Where??? Vol. 1 were captured during a run of surprise shows Foo Fighters performed in small venues—a sharp contrast to the stadiums they typically play.
The first of these intimate gigs took place in San Luis Obispo, followed shortly by stops in Santa Ana and Washington, D.C. Each performance was announced with little warning and sold out within hours, offering fans a rare opportunity to experience the band in close quarters.
Finally, the band made their way to New Haven, Connecticut, where they performed at the legendary Toad’s Place, wrapping up the short but high-energy string of shows.
All tracks on the EP are labeled simply as “Live from Somewhere 2025,” leaving fans to guess which city each performance came from.
A Charitable and DIY Approach
Are Playing Where??? Vol. 1 was released via Bandcamp—a platform known for its artist-first approach—on a Bandcamp Friday, when the service waives its revenue cut. Proceeds from the EP will go directly to nonprofit organizations in each of the four cities, focusing on food insecurity and other local aid efforts.
The decision to self-release through Bandcamp and support grassroots causes aligns with Foo Fighters’ longstanding connection to their fanbase and their continued commitment to community over commerce.
A New Era for Foo Fighters?
The EP also marks the live debut of Ilan Rubin (Nine Inch Nails, Angels & Airwaves), now stepping behind the drum kit for Foo Fighters following the tragic passing of Taylor Hawkins in 2022. Rubin’s performances have been met with enthusiasm from longtime fans, and the energy on these live recordings suggests that the band is entering a confident new chapter.
Coming off the critically acclaimed 2023 studio album But Here We Are, this live release shows a different side of Foo Fighters—one that’s loud, loose, and more interested in revisiting raw, early material than resting on radio hits.
Available Now
Are Playing Where??? Vol. 1 is streaming now on Foo Fighters’ official Bandcamp page. Fans can download it for free or contribute any amount, with 100% of proceeds benefiting local organizations in each host city.
There’s no official word on whether a Vol. 2 is in the works—but based on this release, Foo Fighters are clearly embracing spontaneity, connection, and a return to their roots.