10 Big Takeaways Foo Fighters: Medicine At Midnight - Album Review

6. Best Drum Moment

Foo Fighters Medicine At Midnight
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When it comes to drumming, the pressure have been immense for Taylor Hawkins when he first joined The Foo Fighters in 1997. Having to be the drummer in a band fronted by one of the greatest drummers in the history of rock, you've got some pretty damn high expectations to live up to. Although he's been drumming for nearly 25 years for Grohl, you do still wonder though if he's worried about messing up.

What's great about having two drummers in the band is that frequently, during live sets, the two will swap roles. Grohl will take his place behind the drum kit and Hawkins will do a few songs to show off his impressive range. If you haven't heard his rendition of Led Zeppelin's Rock N Roll, I highly recommend it.

The best drumming, from Medicine At Midnight, however comes from the song of the same name which can be found on track number 5. Look, this album is absolutely full of amazing drumming moments and it was nearly impossible to pick out a particular moment. So, I cheated and I'm gonna pick the WHOLE song because it rocks and there's a generous helping of cowbell on display too!

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