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Red Hot Chili Peppers have paid tribute to Foo Fighters’ Taylor Hawkins during their headline set at New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival – watch footage below.The ‘Unlimited Love’ group stepped in to replace Foo Fighters at the event following the tragic death of their drummer Hawkins on March 25. Dave Grohl and co.

Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith has said that the band will “celebrate” the life of Taylor Hawkins during their upcoming show at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.The ‘Unlimited Love’ group stepped in to replace Foo Fighters at the event following the tragic death of their drummer Hawkins on March 25. Dave Grohl and co.

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Rush‘ Geddy Lee has opened up on the affect of Taylor Hawkins‘ death on him, saying the Foo Fighters drummer’s passing “broke my heart”.The Foo Fighters drummer died on March 25 at the age of 50 while in his hotel room in Bogotá, Colombia in the middle of a South American tour. The band announced the news in a statement on social media; no cause of death was given.

Taylor Hawkins’ first posthumous release – a cover of Johnny Winter’s 1970 track ‘Guess I’ll Go Away’, which the late Foo Fighters drummer recorded with Johnny’s brother, Edgar Winter – has been revealed.It comes as part of a new tribute album, ‘Brother Johnny’, that Edgar released yesterday (April 15) in his sibling’s memory; the Texan blues-rocker died in 2014 at the age of 70. Hawkins sings the lead on his and Edgar’s cover of ‘Guess I’ll Go Away’, retaining the swampy hard-rock bite of the original, but modernising it with tighter and more crisp production, contrasting lead guitars and layered vocals, and a heavier focus on the brash and thrashy drumming. Edgar plays organ on the track, while guitar duties were handled by Doug Rappoport.Have a listen to Hawkins and Edgar Winter’s cover of ‘Guess I’ll Go Away’ below:In a statement shared on his website, Edgar explained that he “wanted a younger, more energetic, modern approach to the vocal” on the ‘Brother Johnny’ redux of ‘Guess I’ll Go Away’.

died on March 25 at the age of 50 after being found in a Colombian hotel room.As of Friday, Hawkins’ vocals can be head on a cover of the classic 1970 Johnny Winter song “Guess I’ll Go Away.”Hawkins is featured on the propulsive rock track with the late Johnny’s brother Edgar (of “Free Ride” fame) Winter and veteran guitar player Doug Rappoport. “Guess I’ll Go Away” is part of Edgar’s new album “Brother Johnny.”The 75-year-old rocker shared a heartwarming message following Hawkins’ death last month and teased news about the upcoming collaboration.“I had the honor and privilege of working with him as one of the guest artists on my forthcoming but yet to be released tribute album ‘Brother Johnny,'” Edgar wrote on social media. The keyboardist went on, “I had only just met Taylor, and barely got to know him, but I was so impressed by his sincerity, positive energy, and pure enthusiasm.

Travis Barker has had a new tattoo done in tribute to late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins – see it below.The Blink-182 drummer took to Instagram last night (April 14) to share a collection of images from Mark Mahoney’s Shamrock Social Club tattoo parlour on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, California.Barker – accompanied by fiancée Kourtney Kardashian – can be seen having a detailed hawk design inked on the front side of his ankle by the celebrity tattoo artist.“HAWK forever,” he captioned the post, paying tribute to Hawkins. The final image in the series shows Barker and the Foo Fighters drummer backstage together in their earlier years.A post shared by travisbarker (@travisbarker)Hawkins died on March 25 at the age of 50. The band announced the news in a statement on social media; no cause of death was given.Barker, who had been longtime friends with the Foos drummer, was among those who paid tribute upon hearing the news of his death.“I don’t have the words,” Barker wrote on Instagram.

Arcade Fire have been announced as the replacement for Foo Fighters at the Osheaga Music And Arts Festival.The three-day event is due to take place in Montréal, Canada between July 29 and August 1, with A$AP Rocky and Dua Lipa headlining the Saturday and Sunday nights respectively. It’ll mark the festival’s 15th anniversary.Foo Fighters had been scheduled to top the bill on the Friday evening, but last month cancelled all of their upcoming gigs in the wake of the tragic death of their drummer Taylor Hawkins.Today (April 14) Osheaga organisers took to social media to confirm that Arcade Fire will now headline instead.

Red Hot Chili Peppers have stepped in for Foo Fighters on this year’s New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival line-up, after the latter band cancelled all their forthcoming live appearances in the wake of the death of drummer Taylor Hawkins.After the coronavirus pandemic halted the festival for two years running, the event returns to the southern city this year from April 29 to May 8.Stevie Nicks, The Who and Willie Nelson will headline proceedings, with The Black Crowes, Jason Isbell, Elvis Costello, Death Cab For Cutie, Norah Jones, Randy Newman and Kool & The Gang among many others also on the line-up.Red Hot Chili Peppers Added to the Jazz Fest Lineup on Sunday, May 1!Also don’t miss The Who, Stevie Nicks, Jimmy Buffett, Luke Combs, Lionel Richie, The Black Crowes and hundreds more, April 29 – May 8. Tickets on sale at https://t.co/siDGJzjRZf.

Nine Inch Nails will replace Foo Fighters at two US festivals this summer.Nine Inch Nails will now headline Welcome To Rockville, which takes place May 19-22 at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida, alongside Jane’s Addiction and Smashing Pumpkins.Trent Reznor’s group will also join The Strokes and Metallica at Boston Calling, which runs May 27-29 at the Harvard Athletic Complex.Nine Inch Nails will headline @RockvilleFest on Sunday, May 22nd and @bostoncalling on Friday, May 27th.Tickets and Weekend Passes Available Now.https://t.co/4hlJH94I8vhttps://t.co/5arHF6jaXF pic.twitter.com/IkSguyM35a— nine inch nails (@nineinchnails) April 6, 2022The festival changes follow the recent news that Foo Fighters have cancelled all their live commitments following the death of drummer Taylor Hawkins.“It is with great sadness that Foo Fighters confirm the cancellation of all upcoming tour dates in light of the staggering loss of our brother Taylor Hawkins,” the band said.They continued: “We’re sorry for and share in the disappointment that we won’t be seeing one another as planned. Instead, let’s take the time to grieve, to heal, to pull our loved ones close, and to appreciate all the music and memories we’ve made together.”pic.twitter.com/RRuEDt67pz— Foo Fighters (@foofighters) March 29, 2022Hawkins died in March at the age of 50.

Taylor Hawkins was survived by his wife Alison Hawkins and their three children when he passed away at the age of 50 on March 26. The Foo Fighters’ drummer was found unresponsive in his hotel room in Bogota, Colombia during a South American tour with the rock band. There were few details on how Taylor died after the news broke, although based on preliminary findings, it appears he may have overdosed, according to TMZ. While the investigation into what caused his death is still ongoing, the Foo Fighters said in a statement that it was a “tragic and untimely loss.” Taylor’s last performance with the band was on Sunday (March 20) at a concert in San Isidro, Argentina.

Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian and his 10-year-old son Revel have paid tribute to late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins by covering a trio of the band’s songs.In a brief video posted to Ian’s Instagram account, he and his son perform segments of ‘Low’, ‘Stacked Actors’ and ‘Run’, with Scott on guitar and Revel behind the drum kit.“We’ve been jamming our favourite Foo’s all week,” Ian wrote in the video’s caption. “Healing our hearts with the power of rock.

The Grammy Awards paid tribute to Foo Fighters member Taylor Hawkins on Sunday night with a touching video montage honouring the late drummer.Taylor died aged 50 on 25 March in Bogota, Columbia, in the middle of the band’s tour and was found at the time, a preliminary toxicology report has stated, with multiple drugs in his system.The Foo Fighters were scheduled to perform at the 2022 Grammy Awards, which was held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, however the band pulled out following the tragic death of Taylor. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

While there were many standout moment from last night’s Grammys, the award for most wholesome had to go to Lady Gaga, who swiftly jumped to her feet to help SZA on stage after struggling with her crutches. The global superstar, who had just lost out on Best Pop Duo/Group Performance to the talented singer, wasted no time in making her way over to the stage, lifting her dress so she could make her way up the stairs without any hiccups.The sweet moment was captured on camera, prompting many fans to praise the Oscar winning star for her chivalry. “Love seeing women supporting other women!” wrote one.

passed way at 50 just last Friday.“This was the moment in the show when I was supposed to be introducing the Foo Fighters,” host Trevor Noah announced before launching an extended intro tribute to the beloved rock musician. “We would have been celebrating with them as they won three Grammy awards earlier today.

Grammys 2022 memorialised Foo Fighters’ Taylor Hawkins with a special tribute at the Las Vegas ceremony tonight (April 3).The iconic drummer died on March 25 at the age of 50. He was found in his hotel room in Bogotá, Colombia, hours before the band were were set to headline a festival in the city as part of a South American tour.“This was the moment in the show when I was supposed to be introducing the Foo Fighters,” host Trevor Noah explained during the ceremony.

referencing the indefinite delay of the awards show due to the Omicron variant. “Better late than never.”Hosted in Las Vegas’ MGM Grand Garden Arena Sunday night, Noah threw jokes at the “music royalty” in the room, including Justin Bieber.“The best thing to happen to peaches since that Timothee Chalamet movie,” joked Noah, who’s dating “Titans” actress Minka Kelly, before Olivia Rodrigo hit the stage to perform her chart-topping “Driver’s License.”Earlier this month, the comedian noted that the Grammys, albeit a time to celebrate everyone’s favorite artists, would also highlight political topics, like the crisis in Ukraine.“I think the show is going to find the right place and the right space to do something,” the Emmy-winner said weeks prior to his big moment on stage.

Talent runs in the family. Dave Grohl‘s daughter, Violet Grohl, sang a cover of Joni Mitchell‘s “Help Me” at a pre-Grammys party over the weekend.

Foo Fighters' late drummer, Taylor Hawkins, was honored at the 2022 GRAMMY Awards on Sunday, as the group won three more golden gramophones just a weekend after Hawkins' tragic death.The rockers won all three of their 2022 nominations: Best Rock Performance for «Making a Fire,» Best Rock Song for «Waiting on a War,» and Best Rock Album forduring the GRAMMYs Premiere Ceremony, ahead of the live show. The Best Rock Album wins extends the Foo Fighters' own record in the category, with five career wins.Presenter Jimmy Jam accepted the GRAMMYs on the band's behalf, «with prayers to their loved ones.»Foo Fighters’ «Making A Fire» wins Best Rock Performance at the #GRAMMYs. https://t.co/kdCcTs4tv7pic.twitter.com/tJUbHYm42pThe Foo Fighters cancelled their GRAMMYs appearance, as well as the remainder of their tour dates following Hawkins' sudden death last Friday night, March 25, just before a performance in Bogota, Colombia.

Grammys 2022 takes place tonight (April 3) in Las Vegas, with performances from the likes of Silk Sonic, BTS, Lady Gaga, Olivia Rodrigo and more lined up.The main bulk of the awards will be handed out at the pre-telecast ceremony, which will be broadcast on the Grammys website and YouTube channel.Then, at 8pm EST (1am BST), the main ceremony will air and hand out the biggest trophies of the night, including Record Of The Year, Song Of The Year, Album Of The Year and Best New Artist.Going into the event, Jon Batiste leads the nominations with 11 nods, while Justin Bieber follows on eight. Doja Cat, Rodrigo, and Billie Eilish all have seven nominations each.A tribute to Foo Fighters’ drummer Taylor Hawkins will also be staged following the iconic musician’s death last week (March 25).

Taylor Hawkins has been honoured with a drum circle tribute in his hometown of Laguna Beach – you can see footage below.The Foo Fighters drummer died last month (March 25) at the age of 50. The band announced the news in a statement on social media; no cause of death was given.“The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of Taylor Hawkins,” the statement read.

Dave Grohl‘s wife, Jordyn Blum, and daughters Violet, 15, and Harper, 12, stepped out on Friday in all black at the MusiCares Person of the Year event honoring Joni Mitchell.

Dave Grohl's wife, Jordyn Blum, and daughters Violet, 15, and Harper, 12, stepped out on Friday in all black at the MusiCares Person of the Year event honoring Joni Mitchell. The three women posed together on the red carpet at the MGM Grand Marquee Ballroom in Las Vegas, Nevada, days before the 64th annual GRAMMY Awards, which are set to take place at the MGM Grand Arena in Vegas. Violet performed a cover of Mitchell's «Help Me» at the event honoring the legendary singer-songwriter. The family were not joined by patriarch Dave as the Foo Fighters frontman continues to mourn the tragic death of Foo Fighters drummer, Taylor Hawkins.A post shared by Foozie’s Foo Fighters News (@foozies.foofightersnews)In the wake of Hawkins' death, the Foo Fighters have canceled their remaining tour dates, and ET has learned that the band will no longer be performing at the GRAMMYs as previously scheduled. «It is with great sadness that Foo Fighters confirm the cancellation of all upcoming tour dates in light of the staggering loss of our brother Taylor Hawkins. We’re sorry for and share in the disappointment that we won’t be seeing one another as planned,» the band said in their statement. «Instead, let’s take this time to grieve, to heal, to pull our loved ones close, and to appreciate all the music and memories we’ve made together.

Brian May has said that he feels “so frustrated” by the death of the late Taylor Hawkins.The Foo Fighters drummer passed away last Friday (March 25) at the age of 50 in Bogotá, Colombia while the band were on their South American tour.The Queen guitarist, who was friends with Hawkins, commented on the tragedy during an interview on SiriusXM – noting that he had just spoken to the drummer before his death.“Taylor was very close to [Queen], he’s been in my studio a few of times. In my life, I talk to him often.

Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith has shared a poignant video paying tribute to his late friend and colleague, Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins, who died last month at age 50.The two-minute video comprises a handful of humorous interactions between the pair, interview snippets and performance clips, with the Foo Fighters song ‘My Hero’ laid overtop. It was put together by Daniel Catullo, who in 2017 helmed the PBS series Foo Fighters At The Acropolis, which Smith hosted.Opening the video is a snippet of Smith saying in an old interview: “Taylor’s my good buddy, who I’ve known forever.” It ends with a line from Smith’s speech at the Chili Peppers’ Hollywood Walk Of Fame induction ceremony – which took place on Thursday (March 31) – where he said: “I have to give a shoutout to my brother Taylor Hawkins.

LAS VEGAS -- An 81-year-old jazz giant and a 15-year-old rock singer were the first to perform tributes to Joni Mitchell on Friday night.Such was the diversity of artists honoring a most diverse artist, Mitchell, a Canadian-turned-Californian, folkie-turned-rocker-turned-jazz explorer who was honored as the 2022 MusiCares Person of the year by the Recording Academy two days before the Grammy Awards.Herbie Hancock played a jazz piano rendition of music from Mitchell's 1976 album “Hejira” that was followed by a rocking version of 1974's “Help Me” from Violet Grohl, the teenage daughter of Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl, to open the tribute concert in a ballroom at the MGM Grand Las Vegas.Mitchell, sitting at the front table, brought out the teenager in many of the older entertainers.“When I first heard Joni Mitchell it was 1968 and I was 15 years old,” Cyndi Lauper, now 68, said. “I had never heard anyone sing so intimately about what it was like to be a young woman navigating this world.”Lauper recited several of Mitchell's lines that moved her most, before launching into “Magdalene Laundry” while playing mountain dulcimer.“I don’t know how you do what you do, I just know I need it like food,” Meryl Streep said in a video message played for Mitchell and the crowd.

Thania Garcia During a press interview for Brian May’s reissue of the 1998 album “Another World” on the “Debatable” SiriusXM podcast, the Queen guitarist shared his thoughts and remembrances of late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins.The 50-year-old drummer unexpectedly died on March 25 in Bogotá, Colombia where the Foo Fighters were scheduled to perform.Rock fans everywhere have been grieving the loss, including May, who shared he had spoken to Hawkins just a week before his death. “Taylor was very close to [Queen], he’s been in my studio a few of times.

Machine Gun Kelly is opening up about his final memories of Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins, and paying tribute to the light he brought to so many.Kelly appeared on The Howard Stern Show on SirusXM on Wednesday, while promoting his new album,, and recalled how he and his entire band spent time hanging out with the Foo Fighters just days before Hawkins' untimely death.On March 22, Kelly was set to perform at Asunciónico 2022 in Paraguay, where the Foo Fighters were also set to perform, and the rocker recalled, «That day was the day the Foo Fighters were going to play with us,» and was going to be the first time Dave Grohl and Hawkins had seen Kelly and his band perform live.However, due to a storm that caused minor flooding, the concert was cancelled. Kelly made headlines when he decided to put on an impromptu performance for fans outside his hotel room, and thousands turned out for the show.Despite that, the band was still disappointed they couldn't perform with the Foo Fighters.

Foo Fighters have cancelled a planned performance at the 2022 Grammy Awards, following the death of their drummer Taylor Hawkins last week.Last month, prior to Hawkins’ death, the band were announced as part of the performance roster for the ceremony – which takes place this Sunday (April 3) in Las Vegas – alongside Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, BTS and more.Earlier this week, Foo Fighters announced they were cancelling all of their upcoming tour dates in light of Hawkins’ death. “We’re sorry for and share in the disappointment that we won’t be seeing one another as planned,” they wrote in a statement at the time.“Instead, let’s take the time to grieve, to heal, to pull our loved ones close, and to appreciate all the music and memories we’ve made together.”Rolling Stone is now reporting that the band will not be performing at this weekend’s Grammys either.

Miley Cyrus is back in the US. After a South American tour where she delivered some great performances, Cyrus is in LA, spending time with her mom Tish Cyrus and her friend, Bradley Kenneth McPeek.Miley Cyrus poses and takes selfies with fans as hundreds filled the streets in Argentina for her arrivalAnitta joins Miley Cyrus on stage in Brazil during concert dedicated to Taylor HawkinsCyrus was photographed this past Tuesday in an all-black outfit. She wore leggings and threw on a blazer, making the outfit look simultaneously relaxed and stylish.

late drummer Taylor Hawkins.A representative for the band confirmed to The Post on Thursday that they are “not playing the Grammys,” as previously speculated in media reports. On Tuesday, the Foo Fighters shared the news that their current world tour is now canceled in the wake of Hawkins’ death.

Foo Fighters are canceling their remaining tour dates. The band, who were set to be on tour through December, made the announcement earlier this week, just days after the tragic death of their drummer, Taylor Hawkins. ET has also learned that the Foo Fighters will not be performing at Sunday's 2022 GRAMMY Awards as previously scheduled. «It is with great sadness that Foo Fighters confirm the cancellation of all upcoming tour dates in light of the staggering loss of our brother Taylor Hawkins.

Taylor Hawkins by sharing a video of the late drummer on social media.Hawkins died last Friday (March 25) at the age of 50. Confirming the news, Foo Fighters said in a statement that they were “devastated by the tragic and untimely loss” of their bandmate.“His musical spirit and infectious laughter will live on with all of us forever,” they continued. “Our hearts go out to his wife, children and family, and we ask that their privacy be treated with the utmost respect in this unimaginably difficult time.”Many figures from the music world and beyond have shared tributes to Hawkins online, while the likes of Liam Gallagher, Elton John and Coldplay dedicated recent performances to the late musician.On Tuesday (March 29) actor and musician Stamos remembered his “pal” Hawkins by sharing a touching clip of the drummer on Instagram.“Hey kiddos,” Hawkins says at the start of the clip.

slated to perform at the event before his unexpected death last Friday.“We will honor his memory in some way,” Jack Sussman, CBS’ executive vice president of specials, music, and live events, confirmed in a statement to Variety. “We want to figure out what is the right thing to do that is respectful to everyone involved.

Grammys will pay tribute to the late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins during their 2022 ceremony on Sunday (April 3).This year’s Grammys are set to take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas this weekend, and Foo Fighters were previously announced as one of the live performers on the night.The band have since cancelled all of their upcoming live gigs “in light of the staggering loss of our brother” Hawkins, who passed away last Friday (March 25) in Bogotá, Colombia at the age of 50.Speaking to Variety in a new interview, Jack Sussman, CBS’ executive vice president of specials, music and live events, has now said that Hawkins’ memory will be honoured during this year’s Grammys.“We will honour his memory in some way,” Sussman said. “We want to figure out what is the right thing to do that is respectful to everyone involved.

Paul McCartney has penned a lengthy tribute to late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins, who died in Colombia last Friday (March 25).Since news of the tragic death was announced by the band, tributes have been pouring in from across the music world and beyond.McCartney – who collaborated with Foo Fighters on their 2017 album ‘Concrete and Gold’ and most recently invited them to play ‘Get Back’ with him at their 2021 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame induction – has now taken to Twitter to pay an emotional tribute to Hawkins.“Taylor’s sudden death came as a shock to me and the people who knew and loved him,” his message began.“Not only was he a GREAT drummer but his personality was big and shiny and will be sorely missed by all who were lucky to live and work alongside him.”McCartney added: “I was asked by the Foo Fighters to play on one of their tracks. It turned out that they wanted me to play drums! – on one of Taylor’s songs.