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Dave Grohl writes letter to fans in wake of Paris attacks
Nov 23, 2015, 5:25 PM | Updated: 5:55 pm
Foo Fighters Dave Grohl posted a letter for fans as the band releases a new EP online for free, and speaks about the recent attacks in Paris. The EP was meant to celebrate life and music after two years of work for the band. Grohl broke his leg during that time, but played shows regardless. (AP)
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In the wake of the tragic attacks in Paris, Dave Grohl is reaching out to the European city, and fans, with a heartfelt letter.
Grohl’s band, The Foo Fighters, are releasing a new EP, Saint Cecilia, online and for free. It was meant to be a celebration of life and music after two years of steady, hard work for the band.
The website for the EP now features a letter from Grohl to fans. In it, Grohl discusses how the Nov. 13 attacks in Paris have put a different tone on things as of late.
Fans can also find a link to donate to the victims of the Paris attacks on the EP’s website.
The Foo Fighters were among a handful of entertainers, such as U2 and Natalie Portman, who canceled events in Paris after the attacks. The Foo Fighters canceled the remainder of the European tour, as well.
Grohl, is one of many past contributors to the Eagles of Death Metal, the band that was performing at the Bataclan Theater in Paris when it was attacked by terrorists.
19 November 2015
Tonight, Let me begin with a preface to a letter I wrote a few weeks ago from my hotel room in Berlin while on our final tour for this album. I felt the need to write this foreword in light of the heartbreaking tragedies of Nov. 13th, as this project has now taken on an entirely different tone. As has everything, it seems…
The Saint Cecilia EP was put into motion back in October of this year as a celebration of life and music. The concept being that, as our world tour drew to a close this week, we wanted to share our love of both with you in return for everything you have given us.
Now, there is a new, hopeful intention that, even in the smallest way, perhaps these songs can bring a little light into this sometimes dark world. To remind us that music is life, and that hope and healing go hand in hand with song. That much can never be taken away.
To all who were affected by the atrocities in Paris, loved ones and friends, our hearts go out to you and your families. We will return and celebrate life and love with you once again someday with our music. As it should be done.
Dave Grohl
