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Eddie Van Halen offered to join Kiss in 1982 due to tensions in Van Halen, but Kiss's bassist Gene Simmons declined, explaining that Van Halen's style was too dominant for the band's structure. Simmons believed Van Halen's presence would have overshadowed Kiss's identity, and ultimately, Van Halen continued with his band and achieved great success.
The Foo Fighters played their first show since 2024 with new drummer Ilan Rubin at a small California venue, confirming his position in the band and showcasing a setlist of their hits, signaling a new era for the band following recent lineup changes and their latest album release.
The Foo Fighters have reportedly appointed Ilan Rubin, known for his work with Nine Inch Nails and other bands, as their new drummer following the departure of Josh Freese, with an uncertain whether he's a full-time member or touring drummer, as they prepare for upcoming shows.
The Foo Fighters have reportedly replaced their drummer with Ilan Rubin, who will join the band after Josh Freese's departure, coinciding with a drummer swap between the Foo Fighters and Nine Inch Nails, where Freese is returning to NIN. This change follows Freese's exit after two years with the Foo Fighters, and Rubin's previous commitment to NIN.
Ilan Rubin has been revealed as the new drummer for the Foo Fighters, replacing Josh Freese who is returning to Nine Inch Nails. Rubin, known for his work with Nine Inch Nails and Angels & Airwaves, may join as a full-time member or touring drummer. The band is set to tour starting October, with Rubin's exact role still unclear. Freese's departure follows his recent joining the Foo Fighters after Taylor Hawkins' death.