Foo Fighters

In July 1996, when the Foo Fighters hit the stage at the Phoenix Festival in Stratford-upon-Avon, they were riding high on the wave of their self-titled debut album, released just two years prior in 1995. This album had marked the beginning of their journey, propelling them into the spotlight with hits like "This Is a Call" and "I'll Stick Around." Their live set at the festival, which included songs like "Watershed," "For All the Cows," and "Weenie Beenie," showcased the raw energy and grunge-infused rock that characterized their early sound. Fun fact: by this time, the band was still adjusting to life after the loss of Kurt Cobain, as frontman Dave Grohl had transitioned from drummer to lead vocalist and guitarist, navigating a new creative identity. The Phoenix Festival performance wasn't just a gig—it was a pivotal moment that solidified their growing fanbase and foreshadowed the massively influential career that was about to unfold.

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