Josh Freese has revealed he’s working on a mysterious recording project with an undisclosed band. He shared the news through a video posted on his Instagram.
The former Foo Fighters drummer posted a video showing him breaking the news to his wife about an upcoming “top secret” recording session. Freese censored the name of the band he’ll be working with in the video. This adds to the intrigue surrounding the project.
“Breaking the news to my wife that I’m going out of town again on a top secret session,” Freese captioned the video.
Freese explained the sudden nature of the opportunity in the phone conversation with his wife shown in the video.
“I didn’t talk to you about it first,” he said. “I kind of had to make a split decision and it’s only 48 hours and it’s good money. It’s a recording session in New York.”
He continued to provide more details about his travel plans. He mentioned multiple trips to New York.
“There’s a Vandals thing. Because I’m going to New York with them but then I’m coming back and then going back to New York,” Freese explained. “It’s for … is doing a thing.”
The drummer deliberately censored the band’s name in the video. This keeps fans guessing about his next musical collaboration.
This mysterious project marks Freese’s latest venture following his recent departure from the Foo Fighters. He served as drummer from 2023 to 2025.
Rock Shot Magazine reported that Freese’s exit from the Foo Fighters was sudden. The band stated they were “going in a different direction.” His tenure with the legendary rock group included participating in various tours and festivals. This was particularly during the band’s transition period following the tragic passing of Taylor Hawkins.
The A.V. Club noted that the Foo Fighters have yet to officially announce a replacement for Freese. This has sparked widespread speculation among fans about the band’s future direction. The departure has left many wondering about the circumstances that led to this unexpected change in the band’s lineup.
Freese brings decades of experience to any project he joins. Wikipedia documented that he is known for his extensive career in the music industry. He has contributed to over 400 albums and worked with notable bands like Guns N’ Roses and Nine Inch Nails. His reputation as one of the most sought-after session drummers in rock music makes this “top secret” collaboration particularly intriguing.
Freese remains optimistic about future projects despite the abrupt ending with the Foo Fighters. He has expressed gratitude for his experience with Dave Grohl’s band. His willingness to take on new challenges demonstrates his continued passion for creating music. This is evidenced by this mysterious New York recording session. He continues working across different genres and with various artists.
You can see Josh Freese’s Instagram Story below.
