Foo Fathers Get Legendary Shoutout from Dave Grohl at Cleveland Concert

Cleveland's own Foo Fathers got the ultimate dad-band nod from Dave Grohl himself at Huntington Bank Field. Let’s break down how it all went down.

Every now and then, Cleveland’s music scene gets a moment that’s just too rockstar to keep quiet. Local Foo Fighters tribute band, Foo Fathers, just earned the greatest dad-rock endorsement ever—straight from Dave Grohl’s lips at their headlining heroes’ sold-out Cleveland show.

The Shoutout Heard Across the Land

Picture this: you’re a cover band who worships at the altar of Foo. You rip through “Learn to Fly” on morning TV. Hours later, at Huntington Bank Field, Dave Grohl himself—born just down the turnpike in Warren—tells a packed stadium that he started his day in Cleveland by watching you. Not only did Grohl see Foo Fathers’ Fox 8 set, he spotted them in the crowd and lit up the jumbotron, declaring, “You take dad rock to a whole new level!”

Who Are the Foo Fathers?

Foo Fathers aren’t just your neighbor’s cover band. These guys are Northeast Ohio lifers, channeling Foo Fighters’ sound with a nudge and wink—just enough to keep things fun and, well, extra Cleveland. If you’re looking to shout along to the hits without the sky-high ticket price, these are your dudes.

Local to Cuyahoga, Lorain, and Summit counties
Regulars at breweries, bars, and city fests
Play crowd-pleasing Foo Fighters classics from every era

Upcoming Gigs: Where to Catch Them Next

Grab your plaid shirt and get ready to raise a glass—Foo Fathers are packing their calendar with Northeast Ohio dates:

Broadview Brewing Company – Aug. 15
The Aviator – Aug. 21
The Union House – Aug. 22
Manzo’s – Sept. 19

Think of it as a victory lap for their major-league shoutout. Each venue promises that classic cover-band community vibe—Cleveland-style.

Why This Matters in CLE

It’s not every day a tribute band gets called out by their idol during a stadium show. But here, in a city that worships both old-school and current rock, it just makes sense. Local bands are the heart of our nightlife: they keep music alive at the breweries, patios, and block parties that define how we eat, drink, and spend a summer evening.

And when Dave Grohl, the once-Ohioan now world-famous, gives your group the mic for a minute—it’s not just a personal win, it’s a win for the whole scene.

Where Rock Meets Refreshment

CLE’s food, drink, and live music scenes are like longtime bandmates—each lifting up the other. With Foo Fathers anchoring gigs at spots like Broadview Brewing Company, expect craft beer, good crowds, and a sense that you’re part of a city with its own soundtrack. Order a pint, grab a post-show bite, and soak up the hometown spirit.

From neighborhood taprooms to the bright lights of a stadium stage, Cleveland’s still a city that keeps delivering surprise encores. If you weren’t a Foo Fathers fan before, consider this your cue to catch them live—maybe with Grohl watching, too.

Ready to see what all the fuss is about? Snag a local pint, head to a show, and join the chorus. Cleveland wouldn’t have it any other way.