Another great example showing how the guys who get all the work and last in this business are the ones who are humble, personable, adaptable, and professional.
@@galvanizedgnomeI mean I get ya these is a risk and all that, but let's not assume every heart attach is the same. Hawkins clearly had many issues going on.
Dear music media, please pay attention to how much great content that comes out because Rick lets the artists talk, doesn’t talk over them and stays away from long winded questions. There is a reason why these artists are gravitating to Rick and his channel.
The fact that Josh answered the first question with, "It continues to be bittersweet" is all that anyone needs to know about him as a Human Being. A Great Soul ❤🙏
Rick, I don't know that you've ever interviewed a more likeable musician. You can't help but cheer for this guy. He deserves the FF gig. He's humble and great. Hard to be both.
To be fair, he did already have an interview with Gregg Bissonette, who is another prolific session and touring player who has been doing it for even longer than Josh. I could listen to Gregg talk about drums, his career, and his life stories all day, too! I would say both of them are equally likeable. My very first exposure to Josh was when I went to see a NIN concert way back around 1999/2000 or so, and this then-unknown band (at least to my group of friends) opened for them called "A Perfect Circle". We were already blown away before NIN even took the stage. I can't remember how much tickets were for that show, but it would have been worth double to get the night we had. I fully understand why Trent hired this guy a few years later when NIN needed a touring drummer.
It's clear within the first 10 mins of this interview that Josh is a Foo Fighter. It just makes total sense. He's so respectful and in awe of what it all really means. What a solid dude.
Him replacing Taylor just feels right. He fits the band like a glove both style wise and personality wise, plus he’s the best session drummer in the world
Been a fan of Josh since the early days of A Perfect Circle. Love that he’s with the Foo Fighters now despite the circumstances that led to his position. RIP Taylor Hawkins.
Let's briefly talk about how Rick edited in the audio of "Every Little Thing..." on top of Josh's playing. Josh NAILED the tempo of that well enough from memory that the actual song could be superimposed on top seamlessly. Floored.
He’d certainly bury the beater on “March of the Pigs.” If you haven’t seen that drum cam video look it up. The whole performance is mind blowing. Versatility on the snare on the highest level.
There a two great things in this video: a drummer who has something to say and an interviewer letting him say it, uninterrupted. That's the kind of interview I am interested in. Thank you Rick!
Josh is unequivocally one of the greatest rock drummers of all-time. He develops an innate sense of how a band wants to sound and he brings them to that place -- he just knows how to bring out the best in other players and makes every band sound great. He's also one of the nicest, most genuine people in the music industry, truly humble, and absolutely hilarious. It's been really great seeing the Foos embrace him as member in a band of characters, personalities, and cementing him as a household name in the rock world. He's been a hard-working drummer his whole life and deserves this gig so hard.
Rick Beato is literally documenting history. So much knowledge is lost because media is so terrible at doing interviews. Yet Rick out here having deep conversations with legendary musicians and allowing us to hear their stories. It just blows my mind how a single artist can have so many important stories. And often they are lost forever. Rick is doing such an amazing job.
All because he was integral for Shinedowns rise. Even if he wanted to be a separate rockstar on his own, he's now an important part of rock and metal music culture....
This interview really just confirms what everybody else already knew. Josh was the perfect choice for the Foo Fighters in every way. He's an amazing musician, total pro, and a real down to earth guy, something the Foo Fighters really needed.
@@richbdonaldson He's a full time member of the band, probably on a salary. I'm guessing he's compensated well considering he was a very busy session/touring drummer. What's your point?
I am a die hard Foo Fighters fan. Taylor’s loss devastated me. I was lucky enough to attend the Taylor tribute concert in LA. The moment Josh played with them I knew he was the new drummer. I have seen the foos twice since and Josh is amazing, he is a foo. To see all of them onstage, doing what they love, it’s a great experience. ❤
An hour and a half interview! Nobody else on the internet is bringing us this kind of quality insights from professional musicians. Nobody on cable ever could. Thank you Rick Beato!
Rick does the best interviews of musicians ever. He listens, lets them talk, it's not about his personality, doesn't try to finish sentences for guests or overtalk them ever. Plus his questions are just always spot on. Perfect blend of emotional and technical insight. Just masterfully crafted.
I was 15 years old when I saw A Perfect Circle at the Mercer Arena in Seattle. It was an incredible show but later I saw Josh walking to the bus, and I yelled “you’re the reason I play the drums!” He stopped and bowed and blew kisses and said “thank you much man!” It made my millennium. That first A Perfect Circle record really was a showcase for everyone individually and then collectively their sound was so tight and so original. Wonderful times.
@@ronmaljak8401 it was on Mercer st and 4th ave N, it was torn down and what is there now is a new attachment to the McCaw Hall which is more of a performance art and ballet theater. I also saw Nirvana, Incubus, Deftones and Marilyn Manson there.
Never seen Josh interviewed. He’s always just been a name associated with a lot of my favorite bands like NIN and APC. I remember being mesmerized by the drumming on APC’s 13TH STEP and not even knowing his name when it came out. I knew that drummer was insanely special. I also wondered what it must be like to be MJK’s drummer when his other drummer is Danny Carey. But Josh was already a bit of a superstar by then, I guess, so it must’ve been no big deal. Plus Danny’s such a sweet guy. Rick, you’re absolutely killing it. Your Danny interview a few weeks ago was one of the best musician interviews I’ve ever heard. Super impressive guest list. This interview is fantastic and I’m so glad to know who Josh is. Would love to see a drum-off between Dave and Josh.
I had basically the same experience with 13 step. Absolutely blown away by the drums but by that point I was aware it was freese because the same thing happened with the first album lol. I'd have to say Danny Carey and Josh are my favorite drummers .. it just so happens they shared a singer
Another brilliant interview. One of the last things Josh said gave me a huge smile: "you've been on my radar for so long now, ive wanted to be here". How cool is that
@@TC-lk2evI think his play swings a little more than they do. he probably could have done the job but he’s more bluesy and artistic than they are in general
@@TC-lk2evIlan is an amazing drummer and multi-instrumentalist. Also, a very cool dude. However, I get the impression that Josh fits the Foos perfectly, especially personality wise.
I took my 9 year old son to see the foo fighters at the London stadium for his first gig last week. Josh was utterly amazing! My son kept saying, dad, the drums were like thunder - I loved it sooooo much!! Now that's how much impact a musician can have!!
No wonder this guy got sponsorship at 12 years old ! From a drummers perspective, best interview from a drummer in the Beato drummers interview series!! So much information!! Josh is giving it away for free!!!!!!!!!!🎉🎉🎉
I first became aware of Josh when he played for Sting, which is a serious gig for every drummer. But when I learned he also played on "Bring me to life" from Evanescence it totally blew my mind. The drive of the song is truly unique and he put his signature on it.
Yeah, that album ‘Fallen’ by Evanescence is one of my all-time favorites. I used to think it was Rocky Gray who recorded that drums, but to my surprise, it was Josh. Josh recorded drums on that entire album. Not just Bring Me To Life!
That was my same reaction! I was listening to this during work in part because I'm a Foo Fighters fan and generally enjoying his stories, but then I hear he played with Evanescence? (Still one of my favorite bands tbh, haha! I listened to the hell out of Fallen back in the day. And still do, if I'm honest!)
You have to up your game on a technical level to roll with Sting, but the craziest stuff I've ever seen Josh play was when he was with Nine Inch Nails. This dude is a freak of nature being able to keep that pace for a 2+ hour show every night on a tour. If you go to Josh's TH-cam channel, he still has some old videos that he uploaded when he was on tour with NIN. Definitely go check those out if you haven't already.
Beyond, I knew Josh was the Guy, but his personality, his passion, and talent: extraordinaire this interview made it shine. He's the Man.. Great job Rick, ya just let it organically flow. Kudos
What an amazing interview. Josh became one of my favorite drummers in the year 2000 with a perfect circle and then I got to see him live with Nine inch nails. What an incredible experience it was and it's amazing to me how many people his played with and recorded for. What an absolute genius. Love Josh forever ❤
I met and know Josh from way back when he played regularly at Disneyland. Saw him last at Westlake Audio in like 1998. He's always been a likeable and dependable guy which is a HUGE reason why he gets the calls.
Josh has influenced my drumming more than I am even conciously aware. I have incorporated so much of his feel and licks from Mer de Noms into my own DNA without even intending to do so. Thank you for this interview, Rick.
@@toke7342 Yes, where he talks about everything but music. There's not really a lot of interviews, if any, where he gets to that stuff that Rick asks about. It could be very interesting.
You wanna blow your mind check out the video by the vandals “sweating to the oldies” it will show you his start and paint a great picture of how much ground his talent has covered!!! You’ll thank me haha (note the actual mini doc video produced by the band not the live album under the same title) it’s on here in a few places as part 1,2,3 ext with the dig!
I can't believe I just sat down and watch an hour and a half of Josh talking, and it felt like 5 minutes, never knew who he was even though I have been listening to all those bands he's drummed in for years, my jaw hit the floor when he started rattling them off. Loved this interview
@@BimBamZimZam I totally agree. While of course it would be great to have a Dave Grohl interview on the channel, Chris or Nate would both be excellent interviews and give a different perspective and insight into the band dynamics. Dave has always been the major spokesperson for the band so would be cool for the other guys to get the spotlight for a change!
@@AaronRadioStudio agreed! Although I don’t remember Dave ever doing a long form interview with someone as knowledgeable about music as Rick. He always manages to get things out of these guys that others haven’t.
I was about to comment and then I hear him say “infectious grooves”! Man that brings me back. What I was going to say is how much I was always liked Freese. Then, he starts rattling off guys that took a liking to him when he was a kid, Vinnie, Jim Keltner, Jeff Porcoro, Chad Wackerman, etc.. and I’m just blown away who he got to watch and learn from. Then he ends up with one of the greatest bands in rock. Well done, Josh! Very well-deserved. What a tremendous drum life!!
Ha! That's what makes a part 'a part.' If a non-drummer like me knows it by heart and air drums it every time, it's a part. I mean - can you imagine listening to Tom Sawyer without those post-guitar-solo drum bits? Me either, cuz it wouldn't be Tom Sawyer you're listening too...
@@VonHenry70 total agreement bud. It was the full, whole-hearted "YESSSS!!!!" that Josh responded to Rick's suggestion that made me smile so wide. Like he was saying "THAT IS EXACTLY THE DEFINITION RICK YOU ARE A GENIUS" lmao. So thoroughly enjoyed this interview.
WOW ... I didn't realize he had been involved in so many bands and albums! Awesome. I was only 6+ minutes into the interview and it was clear he was the perfect choice.
I was at the Devo concert in Oakland in 2014 that ended up being the movie "Hardcore Devo: Live". I was wearing a Frank Zappa Lumpy Gravy shirt. I met Josh during the VIP meet and he saw my shirt, telling me he used to play for his Son, Dweezil. I felt honored that he took the time to mention that. Great Drummer, and all around a decent dude. Also, if you ever see the concert movie I mentioned, there is a scene during the song "Uncontrollable Urge" where a guy jumps on stage and then dives into the audience. I'm the guy he landed right into. I have my own footage of that I'll upload sometime.
Can't count how many vandals shows I went to as a kid growing up in the Los Angeles punk rock scene. Great to see him with the foo fighters now. Josh freese definitely payed his dues as a musician and the foo fighters saw that too.
This interview is FREAKING AMAZING! Thank you Rick! I got to see the Foo Fighters for the first time when they toured Australia at the end of 2023, and Josh absolutely rocked!!!
Josh is one of the most FUN drummers to watch. His locomotion is fascinating. Also PF Changs. Also, his Instagram is legendary in like a Twin Peaks sort of way.
Rick is building up an amazing catalog of interviews that let us, the viewers and the fans, see the human side of all these great musicians but also, we get to learn the craft behind great songs, bands and professionnal path that leads to great career. Thank you so much sir!
Never forget Dave Grohl FORCED Taylor to get injected with the covid vaccine in order to tour or he would have been fired, Taylor could be ALIVE today but it was Dave's fault
I met Josh when our band Arcade used to play at Disneyland. I was the bass player and Josh was really great way back then. Joshs' father hired me to work in that band.
This was amazing, I could listen to Josh talking all day. Humble, very likeable and professional drummer. Its clear why so many artists want to work with him. Would love to see a part 2 interview with him.
I don’t know Josh at all…and with this introduction, I am thoroughly impressed!! He’s humble, respectful, and instantly likable! Oh, and with killer talent and his resume of experience, he’s a great choice for the Foo Fighters. Taylor would have been proud of the band’s decision.
Rick, you always do the interviews that I didn't know I wanted to watch. This was so fascinating, and I honestly wasn't super aware of who Josh Freese was until this. I'm so grateful to be alive and interested at the same point in human history as you're doing this. What an amazing thing.
I worked at a studio in LA twenty some odd years ago. Josh was in on a session that unfortunately I was not a part of but I remember the assistant engineer coming out on a break and commenting “Josh Freeze is in there. That dude is a bad ass drummer!” Glad to see him in the Foos, given the circumstances. He deserves it and is a great fit!
Your a legend too Rick.......keep up the awesome work and hope you continue the channel interviewing these next level musicians.......much love from Wollongong Australia.
Always amazed at how humble some of the guys you interview are and yet they are some of the most amazing musicians and created the soundtracks to our lives…thank you for what you do Rick!
By far one of my favorite people in music and a fantastic drummer. I initially wasn’t sure that Foo Fighters would continue after Taylor’s death, but when I learned that Josh was joining them I knew Dave had made the right choice. Hopefully we get Josh in the studio on the next album, he’s too amazing to be just a touring drummer!
I had no idea who this guy was. Yet I am a huge Vandals fan. I mean I always loved their musicianship and how unique they are but I didn't really know much about the members or his name. Realising he is the drummer behind so many of my favourite songs and parts, and discovering how good of a dude he is - dayum, what a legend. Instant fan here. So refreshing. He's definitely the man for the job.
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Another great example showing how the guys who get all the work and last in this business are the ones who are humble, personable, adaptable, and professional.
And reliable.
Just don't force this drummer to get the covid vax. Enough heart attacks and cancer already.
@@galvanizedgnomecringe
@@galvanizedgnomeI mean I get ya these is a risk and all that, but let's not assume every heart attach is the same. Hawkins clearly had many issues going on.
why does everyone think anti vaxxers are the cancer on society? You just showed why.
Dear music media, please pay attention to how much great content that comes out because Rick lets the artists talk, doesn’t talk over them and stays away from long winded questions. There is a reason why these artists are gravitating to Rick and his channel.
Agree 100%. With the music media, controversy is the focus. Rick let Josh go as far as he wanted to with Taylor without prying, then they moved on.
I used to like the premier guitar rig rundown interviews I'm not sure if they still do those anymore. Great way to hear from the artist on the gear
Rick is also an extremely well-informed muscian. He lives and breathes this stuff, so his questions will reflect that. And he's a top-notch listener.
He is the best interviewer! some out there forget that we want to hear the guest ahhaha Jimmy Fallon i am talking to you
@@Fred-oh9vl You meant to type "with any media", right?
The fact that Josh answered the first question with, "It continues to be bittersweet" is all that anyone needs to know about him as a Human Being.
A Great Soul ❤🙏
seriously. he got the gig because he wasn't the guy nudging Grohl for the seat. aside from being qualified.
He’s such a nice Guy. Lovely Interview!!!
That was an amazing answer. So much empathy and self-awareness. I'm 100% on board with him after that answer. Truly an amazing human being.
Is he related to James Cameron? He sounds and looks quite a bit like him. I bet they're related and don't know it.
Rick, I don't know that you've ever interviewed a more likeable musician. You can't help but cheer for this guy. He deserves the FF gig. He's humble and great. Hard to be both.
I loved the Bernard Purdie interview.
To be fair, he did already have an interview with Gregg Bissonette, who is another prolific session and touring player who has been doing it for even longer than Josh. I could listen to Gregg talk about drums, his career, and his life stories all day, too! I would say both of them are equally likeable. My very first exposure to Josh was when I went to see a NIN concert way back around 1999/2000 or so, and this then-unknown band (at least to my group of friends) opened for them called "A Perfect Circle". We were already blown away before NIN even took the stage. I can't remember how much tickets were for that show, but it would have been worth double to get the night we had. I fully understand why Trent hired this guy a few years later when NIN needed a touring drummer.
Agreed, Josh Freese has a very down-to-earth personality and I now see why he was a studio musician and now with the Foo Fighters. Great interview!
I agree. The polar opposite of a partying fool like his predecessor. Freese is a class act all around. It's refreshing.
@riversofeden3929 no need to disrespect the legend Taylor Hawkins. Sure he wasn't as classy but he brought a smile to anything anywhere.
It's clear within the first 10 mins of this interview that Josh is a Foo Fighter. It just makes total sense. He's so respectful and in awe of what it all really means. What a solid dude.
I was thinking about that as well , he fits the band and i can see him being along side with Dave as a dude
He's a Vandal.
This has to be the best music channel on the internet. Right? I'm mean, so good.
Agree. Definitely the absolute best.
100%
Totally agree 👍
Yep. Rick does incredible interviews, asks the right questions that are interesting and fun and lets the person he’s interviewed talk.
You should also check "Professor Of Rock". These 2 channels are my favorites.
Josh looks like a great guy, centred, real. He looks like a pro. Foo Fighters need a rock, a solid heavy-hitter. Josh Freese. Yeah. He's the man.
the vandals are amazing.
Calm down. This band is not exactly Sepultura. It's just standard radio friendly alternative rock.
@@adriantrusca1245seen them live? Much less polished than radio-friendly alt rock….in a great way
Him replacing Taylor just feels right. He fits the band like a glove both style wise and personality wise, plus he’s the best session drummer in the world
@@adriantrusca1245Useless comment 🤦🏻♀️
Been a fan of Josh since the early days of A Perfect Circle. Love that he’s with the Foo Fighters now despite the circumstances that led to his position. RIP Taylor Hawkins.
Its a really really bitter sweet.
check out the vandals fear of a punk planet, live fast diarrhea, sweating to the oldies.
Yeah the drumming on Thirteenth Step is my favourite drumming on any record
Sam’s man.
@@drummersagainstitk Please take your medication. Schizophrenia is no joke.
Let's briefly talk about how Rick edited in the audio of "Every Little Thing..." on top of Josh's playing. Josh NAILED the tempo of that well enough from memory that the actual song could be superimposed on top seamlessly.
Floored.
Noticed that too!, amazing!
Yep, so great!
I was looking for a comment on that! ❤
Oh, yeah, the "is he even human" moment :D
He knows what he's doing :)
Josh Freese is one of the most electrifying drummers I've ever heard. He was spectacular in NIN.
He’s certainly one of the most precise and on time drummers.
The lights in the sky tour with NIN with him on drums and all those crazy screens on stage was one of the craziest shows I've seen
He’s ok. 😊😏😉
He’d certainly bury the beater on “March of the Pigs.” If you haven’t seen that drum cam video look it up. The whole performance is mind blowing. Versatility on the snare on the highest level.
Phenomenal. He’s a drummer’s drummer, for sure.
There a two great things in this video: a drummer who has something to say and an interviewer letting him say it, uninterrupted. That's the kind of interview I am interested in. Thank you Rick!
My thoughts here!
🥂
I mean really. totally. nothing else to say.
Josh is unequivocally one of the greatest rock drummers of all-time. He develops an innate sense of how a band wants to sound and he brings them to that place -- he just knows how to bring out the best in other players and makes every band sound great. He's also one of the nicest, most genuine people in the music industry, truly humble, and absolutely hilarious. It's been really great seeing the Foos embrace him as member in a band of characters, personalities, and cementing him as a household name in the rock world. He's been a hard-working drummer his whole life and deserves this gig so hard.
Rick pumping out solid content lately I love it
For musicians, is there anything better right now? I don’t think so
Rick really is a pro. I’ll sit down and watch interviews with people I’m not even that interested in because I know he will ask great questions.
@@mefarriBut what’s impressive is that Rick’s content also appeals to non-musicians, who are music enthusiasts-it’s all so accessible.
I don't either. As Rick gains more and more traction, I think we're going to see a lot more legends like Josh come in for a visit.
Rick Beato is literally documenting history. So much knowledge is lost because media is so terrible at doing interviews.
Yet Rick out here having deep conversations with legendary musicians and allowing us to hear their stories.
It just blows my mind how a single artist can have so many important stories. And often they are lost forever. Rick is doing such an amazing job.
All because he was integral for Shinedowns rise. Even if he wanted to be a separate rockstar on his own, he's now an important part of rock and metal music culture....
Josh's drums on Mer de Noms is among my all time favorites. Great talk!
Omg totally. So incredible. The most hooky drums you'll ever hear
@@XCHADHIGGINSXWhat a great description! The drums on that record are incredible
His playing in 6 is a lesson for every drummer. I cannot play in 6 without those Freeseisms creeping in.
Did Josh play on song "The Hollow" on that album, or was it Tim Alexander before Josh stepped in ?
@@Pentoute45Wikipedia says Tim Alexander. I never knew that! The drums in that song are killer.
This interview really just confirms what everybody else already knew. Josh was the perfect choice for the Foo Fighters in every way. He's an amazing musician, total pro, and a real down to earth guy, something the Foo Fighters really needed.
100% agree
HIRED GUN
@@richbdonaldson He's a full time member of the band, probably on a salary. I'm guessing he's compensated well considering he was a very busy session/touring drummer. What's your point?
He makes sense as a FF drummer but I still would prefer he is in APC.
@lb2696 he was for their last tour saw him at Sick New World he's amazing
Josh "Know what I mean" Freese. One of my favorite drummers ever. Definitely got me into drumming.
I am a die hard Foo Fighters fan. Taylor’s loss devastated me. I was lucky enough to attend the Taylor tribute concert in LA. The moment Josh played with them I knew he was the new drummer. I have seen the foos twice since and Josh is amazing, he is a foo. To see all of them onstage, doing what they love, it’s a great experience. ❤
everyone knew it but him!
An hour and a half interview! Nobody else on the internet is bringing us this kind of quality insights from professional musicians. Nobody on cable ever could. Thank you Rick Beato!
Would've stayed for more!
Incredible interviewer + incredible player = incredible interview. It’s Rick’s formula for success. Another gem. Well done!
Rick does the best interviews of musicians ever. He listens, lets them talk, it's not about his personality, doesn't try to finish sentences for guests or overtalk them ever. Plus his questions are just always spot on. Perfect blend of emotional and technical insight. Just masterfully crafted.
Lets them talk. That's the key.
I was 15 years old when I saw A Perfect Circle at the Mercer Arena in Seattle. It was an incredible show but later I saw Josh walking to the bus, and I yelled “you’re the reason I play the drums!” He stopped and bowed and blew kisses and said “thank you much man!” It made my millennium. That first A Perfect Circle record really was a showcase for everyone individually and then collectively their sound was so tight and so original. Wonderful times.
Really miss that venue!
Where is/was Mercer Arena?
@@ronmaljak8401 it was on Mercer st and 4th ave N, it was torn down and what is there now is a new attachment to the McCaw Hall which is more of a performance art and ballet theater. I also saw Nirvana, Incubus, Deftones and Marilyn Manson there.
Never seen Josh interviewed. He’s always just been a name associated with a lot of my favorite bands like NIN and APC. I remember being mesmerized by the drumming on APC’s 13TH STEP and not even knowing his name when it came out. I knew that drummer was insanely special. I also wondered what it must be like to be MJK’s drummer when his other drummer is Danny Carey. But Josh was already a bit of a superstar by then, I guess, so it must’ve been no big deal. Plus Danny’s such a sweet guy. Rick, you’re absolutely killing it. Your Danny interview a few weeks ago was one of the best musician interviews I’ve ever heard. Super impressive guest list. This interview is fantastic and I’m so glad to know who Josh is. Would love to see a drum-off between Dave and Josh.
I had basically the same experience with 13 step. Absolutely blown away by the drums but by that point I was aware it was freese because the same thing happened with the first album lol. I'd have to say Danny Carey and Josh are my favorite drummers .. it just so happens they shared a singer
Now I get why Josh is used so much!
Such a great guy!!!
Fantastic interview Rick 🤘🏻
Josh’s grandfather, Hal Freese was the band/orchestra director at my high school for many years. Great man! Good memories!
How long ago was this?
@@jeetlahkar894 50ish years ago.
Edina, MN?
@@markjjohnson952 Yep 👍
The Matthew McConaughey of Drums.
Josh is a fantastic drummer, great interview, as always.
Haha was thinking this
I got an Owen Wilson vibe from him haha
Alright; alright; alright!
He looks a lot like Patrick Fabian (better call Saul)
yeah, was waiting for him to go "alright alright alright, do you have some drummies on you? would much cooler if you did.."
Another brilliant interview. One of the last things Josh said gave me a huge smile: "you've been on my radar for so long now, ive wanted to be here". How cool is that
Best interview you’ve EVER done, Rick. Ever. Why? Because you listen, you care, your enthusiasm matches your guest’s! Masterpiece work, Rick 🤜🤛
Josh has been a power rock drummer for 30 years. I don't think anyone else could have fit in with the Foo Fighters the way he did.
Obviously its not gonna happen now but I think Ilan rubin would've killed it too
@@TC-lk2evI think his play swings a little more than they do. he probably could have done the job but he’s more bluesy and artistic than they are in general
@@TC-lk2ev yes. I saw him with NIN. Great drummer.
@@TC-lk2evIlan is an amazing drummer and multi-instrumentalist. Also, a very cool dude. However, I get the impression that Josh fits the Foos perfectly, especially personality wise.
I took my 9 year old son to see the foo fighters at the London stadium for his first gig last week. Josh was utterly amazing! My son kept saying, dad, the drums were like thunder - I loved it sooooo much!! Now that's how much impact a musician can have!!
Hopefully he wore earplugs
No wonder this guy got sponsorship at 12 years old ! From a drummers perspective, best interview from a drummer in the Beato drummers interview series!! So much information!! Josh is giving it away for free!!!!!!!!!!🎉🎉🎉
I first became aware of Josh when he played for Sting, which is a serious gig for every drummer. But when I learned he also played on "Bring me to life" from Evanescence it totally blew my mind. The drive of the song is truly unique and he put his signature on it.
Yeah, that album ‘Fallen’ by Evanescence is one of my all-time favorites. I used to think it was Rocky Gray who recorded that drums, but to my surprise, it was Josh. Josh recorded drums on that entire album. Not just Bring Me To Life!
That was my same reaction! I was listening to this during work in part because I'm a Foo Fighters fan and generally enjoying his stories, but then I hear he played with Evanescence? (Still one of my favorite bands tbh, haha! I listened to the hell out of Fallen back in the day. And still do, if I'm honest!)
You have to up your game on a technical level to roll with Sting, but the craziest stuff I've ever seen Josh play was when he was with Nine Inch Nails. This dude is a freak of nature being able to keep that pace for a 2+ hour show every night on a tour. If you go to Josh's TH-cam channel, he still has some old videos that he uploaded when he was on tour with NIN. Definitely go check those out if you haven't already.
Is he in the video??
That’s amazing!
This is legendary music content. Rick is the dude everyone wish they knew. Thank you Rick. Thank you
Beyond, I knew Josh was the Guy, but his personality, his passion, and talent: extraordinaire this interview made it shine. He's the Man.. Great job Rick, ya just let it organically flow. Kudos
I love Josh's energy as a person.
What an amazing interview. Josh became one of my favorite drummers in the year 2000 with a perfect circle and then I got to see him live with Nine inch nails. What an incredible experience it was and it's amazing to me how many people his played with and recorded for. What an absolute genius. Love Josh forever ❤
Josh is an absolute beast! One of my favorite drummers alive. Just incredible power, precision, and skill.
Totally agree. One of my favorites as well
One of the smartest, laid-back, coolest, honest drummers ever!
As a longtime fan of the Foos, I really appreciated this interview as a way of getting to know Josh
Judith is still my all-time fav Track. The drumming is epic!
I’m glad you made that comment!!!!
I was goin to
Me too!!!
One of the only albums, in which the first single is hands down the best track on the album. The whole album is great too
Absolutely!
Just saw them play it back to back in AZ, between Judith and The Outsider, he totally killed it
I met and know Josh from way back when he played regularly at Disneyland. Saw him last at Westlake Audio in like 1998. He's always been a likeable and dependable guy which is a HUGE reason why he gets the calls.
Cool..I’m sure we crossed paths
I was playing my heart out from 80-00 in the hot bed of it all.
I lived on the strip and survived
Josh has influenced my drumming more than I am even conciously aware. I have incorporated so much of his feel and licks from Mer de Noms into my own DNA without even intending to do so. Thank you for this interview, Rick.
That EFFING cut at 1:11:02 - genius... Also shows Josh' incredible pocket. Right in time with original track!
Absolutely amazing instantly went looking for someone in the comments that also loved this!
YES!
"It felt like someone socked me in the stomach." brought tears to my eyes. Beautiful human.
"We need the Dave Grohl interview" button
👇
That would be EPIC.
Yess Grohl Please!
I wish
here here
@@toke7342 Yes, where he talks about everything but music. There's not really a lot of interviews, if any, where he gets to that stuff that Rick asks about. It could be very interesting.
Josh clearly has all of the tea but never spills a drop. What a classy dude.
would love a list of those albums he's played on that no one realizes he has
You wanna blow your mind check out the video by the vandals “sweating to the oldies” it will show you his start and paint a great picture of how much ground his talent has covered!!! You’ll thank me haha (note the actual mini doc video produced by the band not the live album under the same title) it’s on here in a few places as part 1,2,3 ext with the dig!
@@tvd1188 My favourite "a random Josh appears" is "I'm just Ken" from the barbie movie. It was just so unexpected
@@soundninja99WHAT
@@santiagourrutia4218 yup, randomly checked the credits for some reason and turns out Josh played the drums and Slash played some of the guitar parts
I can't believe I just sat down and watch an hour and a half of Josh talking, and it felt like 5 minutes, never knew who he was even though I have been listening to all those bands he's drummed in for years, my jaw hit the floor when he started rattling them off. Loved this interview
Big same! Unreal. I'm a huge fan of his and I didn't even know it! Lol
I feel the exact same!!!!
I wanted to hate the new FF drummer, but OMG, I was instantly won over! What a great guy and a great interview. You’ve done it again, Rick.
Love that you talked to Josh!!
Gotta talk to Mr Grohl now 😊
Dave is on every interview, get Nate or Chris, I want to hear more them
@@BimBamZimZam I totally agree. While of course it would be great to have a Dave Grohl interview on the channel, Chris or Nate would both be excellent interviews and give a different perspective and insight into the band dynamics. Dave has always been the major spokesperson for the band so would be cool for the other guys to get the spotlight for a change!
@@AaronRadioStudio agreed! Although I don’t remember Dave ever doing a long form interview with someone as knowledgeable about music as Rick. He always manages to get things out of these guys that others haven’t.
I am hoping for Pat Smear. He is an interesting dude.
@@sailingsvzara aww I love Pat! Such a cool dude and always seems completely stoked during every Foos show I’ve seen him at
"The Noose" drum is my favorite Josh!
Still give me goosebump every single time!
It was Josh’s idea to “flick the switch” on that song. The dynamics leap out at the listener from that shift.
I was about to comment and then I hear him say “infectious grooves”! Man that brings me back. What I was going to say is how much I was always liked Freese. Then, he starts rattling off guys that took a liking to him when he was a kid, Vinnie, Jim Keltner, Jeff Porcoro, Chad Wackerman, etc.. and I’m just blown away who he got to watch and learn from. Then he ends up with one of the greatest bands in rock. Well done, Josh! Very well-deserved. What a tremendous drum life!!
Freese is the modern-day Hal Blaine. He elevates pretty much every record that he plays on! Thank you so much for doing this interview, Rick!
He really is in that upper level of elite session drummers.
On several tracks of New Radicals 1998 Maybe You've Been Brainwashed Too.
Never thought of it that way, but he kind of is!
Hal Blaine! Now that is a legendary throwback!
Love that word ELEVATE
All my heroes did that in their respected bands.
And I can confidently say so did I.
Drummers make all the difference.
Love that part.
Rick: "because everyone has air-drummed that??"
Josh: "YES"
Ha! That's what makes a part 'a part.' If a non-drummer like me knows it by heart and air drums it every time, it's a part. I mean - can you imagine listening to Tom Sawyer without those post-guitar-solo drum bits? Me either, cuz it wouldn't be Tom Sawyer you're listening too...
@@VonHenry70 total agreement bud.
It was the full, whole-hearted "YESSSS!!!!" that Josh responded to Rick's suggestion that made me smile so wide.
Like he was saying "THAT IS EXACTLY THE DEFINITION RICK YOU ARE A GENIUS" lmao.
So thoroughly enjoyed this interview.
@@macdahdi5175 That these guys are simpatico to that extent made this such a joy.
This isn't an interview ....it's just a great conversation. A brilliant insight into Josh Freese's personality and why he gets all the work he does.
And that's what makes it so entertaining.
This gentleman is so well spoken. Every word is well chosen and spoken. He seems a really cool dude. They chose well with him as the new drummer.
I always find drummers to be the most articulate 🍻
Amazing drummer! Legend. Rick we need you to interview the entirety of the Foo Fighters, man!
Somehow this has to happen
YESSSS PLEASEEEEE 🙏🏻
Would love a Steely Dan Beato level breakdown of each member’s one hour long account of that band. Such an interesting history!
These interviews are so great, it makes us greedy for even more of our favorite musicians.
This needs to happen!
I can see how he has a GREAT drumming history with a lot of bands/albums. Hes a delightful conversationalist wow
Know absolutely nothing about drum kits, but I find the discussion of drums kits fascinating
I can't think of anyone better to replace the genius and great character of Taylor Hawkins. Great interview as always.
I hope no kid who believes in Santa sees this though
There are so few interviewers that can execute as seamless, effortless even, as you, Rick. Kudos 👏 👏👏
Drummer with an absolutely fantastic feel. One of my all-time favorite
I saw this on Josh’s IG and I already knew this interview is gonna be one of the best!
i don't think i've ever seen an interview with a musician more down to Earth, honest, and thoughtful as Josh. Loved this interview.
WOW ... I didn't realize he had been involved in so many bands and albums! Awesome. I was only 6+ minutes into the interview and it was clear he was the perfect choice.
Check out his wiki. He’s played on over 300 albums across all different genres.
It doesn’t surprise me at all that Dave picked him.
Wooooo, my favorite drummer!! So stoked for this!
What a great interview. Learned so much about Josh Freese. He seems so likable and relatable and laid back. Enjoyed this thoroughly!
I was at the Devo concert in Oakland in 2014 that ended up being the movie "Hardcore Devo: Live". I was wearing a Frank Zappa Lumpy Gravy shirt. I met Josh during the VIP meet and he saw my shirt, telling me he used to play for his Son, Dweezil. I felt honored that he took the time to mention that. Great Drummer, and all around a decent dude.
Also, if you ever see the concert movie I mentioned, there is a scene during the song "Uncontrollable Urge" where a guy jumps on stage and then dives into the audience. I'm the guy he landed right into. I have my own footage of that I'll upload sometime.
I’ve been a Freese fan boy forever and have listened to every interview I’ve been able to find with him. This is hands down the best.
How do you get any better then a Rick Beato interview? The knowledge he has and he’s so down to earth…. Keep up the good work Rick…
He will always be the Vandals drummer to me! Sweatin to the oldies!!!
Now playing stadiums and I saw this cat play at the Showcase Theatre.
@@gayrambo4529showcase theatre in what city??
@@danevertt3210 Corona CA
@@gayrambo4529 gotcha
Can't count how many vandals shows I went to as a kid growing up in the Los Angeles punk rock scene. Great to see him with the foo fighters now. Josh freese definitely payed his dues as a musician and the foo fighters saw that too.
Anyone who has been in the music biz for a bit knows Josh and knows that he’s 1. A killer drummer 2. A total pro. And 3. A hilarious awesome dude.
This interview is FREAKING AMAZING! Thank you Rick!
I got to see the Foo Fighters for the first time when they toured Australia at the end of 2023, and Josh absolutely rocked!!!
Josh is one of the most FUN drummers to watch. His locomotion is fascinating. Also PF Changs. Also, his Instagram is legendary in like a Twin Peaks sort of way.
Totally agree!
Rick is building up an amazing catalog of interviews that let us, the viewers and the fans, see the human side of all these great musicians but also, we get to learn the craft behind great songs, bands and professionnal path that leads to great career. Thank you so much sir!
Rick you are by far the best interviewer around. Just letting the guest speak… great job man!!
Can't believe it's been 2 years already since Taylor's passing
Foos no longer the same. Miss his intensity, energy and commitment. Songs sound different...
@@ChickenJoe-tq6xd why they didn't have a defrib on hand is crazy...
Never forget Dave Grohl FORCED Taylor to get injected with the covid vaccine in order to tour or he would have been fired, Taylor could be ALIVE today but it was Dave's fault
Clot shot to blame
Dave Grohl FORCED Taylor to get the Clot Shot!
I met Josh when our band Arcade used to play at Disneyland. I was the bass player and Josh was really great way back then. Joshs' father hired me to work in that band.
This was amazing, I could listen to Josh talking all day. Humble, very likeable and professional drummer. Its clear why so many artists want to work with him. Would love to see a part 2 interview with him.
Super excited for this one
I wish him good luck. It can be very difficult to step into the role of a musician that has died.
I don’t know Josh at all…and with this introduction, I am thoroughly impressed!! He’s humble, respectful, and instantly likable! Oh, and with killer talent and his resume of experience, he’s a great choice for the Foo Fighters. Taylor would have been proud of the band’s decision.
Rick, you always do the interviews that I didn't know I wanted to watch. This was so fascinating, and I honestly wasn't super aware of who Josh Freese was until this. I'm so grateful to be alive and interested at the same point in human history as you're doing this. What an amazing thing.
I worked at a studio in LA twenty some odd years ago. Josh was in on a session that unfortunately I was not a part of but I remember the assistant engineer coming out on a break and commenting “Josh Freeze is in there. That dude is a bad ass drummer!”
Glad to see him in the Foos, given the circumstances. He deserves it and is a great fit!
It's insane that he's been in so many bands. The versatility that Josh has in unmatched
I just watched the whole interview and I'm feeling happier.
Thank you for the awesome interview!
I loved Josh Freese just by listening to his music with Perfect Circle. This is the first interview I hear with him. Now I love him even more.
Greetings, Josh. Just saw you play at Sessanta in Dallas 4/12/24. So happy to see you on the throne -- you are one of the all-time greatest.
Agreed! Amazing show!
THANK YOU for this interview. Blessings!
Your a legend too Rick.......keep up the awesome work and hope you continue the channel interviewing these next level musicians.......much love from Wollongong Australia.
Glad he mentioned Big Drill Car. Huge fuck yes!! Amazing band. Great shout out.
I saw BDC play at the Whisky in 1990
Thank you for that. One of my all time favourite interviews. Josh was so humble but fun and talented.
Always amazed at how humble some of the guys you interview are and yet they are some of the most amazing musicians and created the soundtracks to our lives…thank you for what you do Rick!
You think Josh Freese is humble? That's hilarious!
@@mattmarkus4868 jealous much?
By far one of my favorite people in music and a fantastic drummer. I initially wasn’t sure that Foo Fighters would continue after Taylor’s death, but when I learned that Josh was joining them I knew Dave had made the right choice. Hopefully we get Josh in the studio on the next album, he’s too amazing to be just a touring drummer!
I could listen to Josh Freese all day long !!!
Ricks job is to basically interview the best artists in the world. Talk about a dream come true.
So true!
He worked hard and has the talent for that, I would say it is well deserved
It's a dream come true for the artists to have someone with Ricks knowledge and skillset to interview them!
Absolute genius. Legend. Great interview Rick!! I love how you don’t dominate interviews. So good.
There is so much to learn from Josh Freese. He deserves every bit of recognition.
I don't even have to watch the video to know it's going to be awesome! I loved Taylor and I love how Josh has fit in so well......❤
I love that he still has that sense of wonder about playing. That there's still stuff for him to learn. I love that!
I had no idea who this guy was. Yet I am a huge Vandals fan. I mean I always loved their musicianship and how unique they are but I didn't really know much about the members or his name. Realising he is the drummer behind so many of my favourite songs and parts, and discovering how good of a dude he is - dayum, what a legend. Instant fan here. So refreshing. He's definitely the man for the job.
Josh is one of the best. Such a huge catalog with some of the best musicians of all time.