A new record is coming! The Foo Fighters just announced their 12th album, titled *Your Favorite Toy*, set to release on April 24. They’re diving in headfirst with a loud, fast sound that feels a bit wild. The lead track is all about shaking off the dust. Dave Grohl’s voice has that familiar snarl, not overly polished. The chorus is bright and expansive, typical of Foo Fighters, while the verses have a gritty, garage-rock vibe. There’s a sense of urgency to it—not frantic, just alive and moving.
Grohl shared that “Your Favorite Toy” was the key that unlocked the entire album. After experimenting with different sounds for over a year, this song came together and set their direction. He described it as the spark that ignited the collection of songs they recorded. “It feels new,” he said.
This new album comes after a tough few years for the band. Their last album, *But Here We Are*, released in 2023, carried the heavy emotions of losing drummer Taylor Hawkins in 2022. That record was filled with big melodies and real pain. Since then, they’ve kept the momentum going with singles like “Today’s Song” and “Asking for a Friend,” plus an energetic cover of Minor Threat’s “I Don’t Wanna Hear It.” They’ve been recalibrating rather than stopping.
*Your Favorite Toy* seems to be in a different emotional space. Based on this first track, it feels more like a fresh start than a reflection. It’s still massive and arena-ready, but there’s a scrappy edge to it. You can preorder the album now, and the full 10-song tracklist is on the way. After everything, the Foo Fighters are not holding back—they’re turning it up, and it feels just right!
