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Ian Danter is a broadcaster and musician who presents on UK radio stations talkSPORT and Planet Rock.

The Birmingham-born host joins us to discuss his love of the Foo Fighters - and a number of musical influences he shares with Dave Grohl and the band.

We also hear about Ian's solo music and his talent as an impressionist.

Topics Discussed

• Ian's broadcasting and music careers
• The influence of Kiss
• Foo Fighters connection and early impressions
• Foos' eclectic influences and styles
• His music impersonations

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On 3 June, 1995, Foo Fighters made their UK live debut at King's College London Students Union.

There was huge intrigue around the show - with the British music press gathering en masse to witness the next chapter in the career of Dave Grohl following the tragic and untimely demise of Nirvana.

This is the story of a significant milestone in the Foo Fighters' career from the viewpoint of those who were there.

We hear from respected music journalist Howard Johnson, fan Colin Cassell, and Paul Yeadon, singer and guitarist for support act Bivouac.

Topics Discussed

• Media intrigue ahead of the show
• Why King's College London?
• The support act's viewpoint
• Foo Fighters' performance
• The lasting impact of the show

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In 2011, Foo Fighters embarked on the Garage Tour in support of their album Wasting Light.

The band played concerts in the garages of eight lucky fans across North America, who had entered a competition.

One of the winners was Canadian superfan Nick Perry, who welcomed the Foo Fighters to his farm in Milton, Ontario - around 40km from Toronto.

Nick talks to Foos Files about the surreal experience - from thinking it was a prank by his friends to performing several songs with the band.

Topics Discussed

• Nick's winning entry
• Reaction to finding out he'd won
• How Dave Grohl recognised him from past encounters
• Getting to front his favourite band

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