🤘 Fan Focus
New Haven Fans Score Rare Intimate Experience as Foo Fighters Pack 1,000-Capacity Toad's Place
Connecticut fans experienced the ultimate surprise Monday when Foo Fighters announced a same-day show at New Haven's Toad's Place, sending hundreds rushing to the 1,000-capacity venue's box office for $30 tickets. The dedicated crowd lined up for hours, with many turned away as tickets sold out within the morning, creating a stark contrast to the band's typical stadium performances where fans pay significantly more for distant seats. This intimate club setting gave lucky attendees an up-close experience with the multi-platinum act, marking their fourth surprise underplay show with new drummer Ilan Rubin following similar fan-focused performances in California and Washington D.C. For fans accustomed to seeing Foo Fighters in massive venues—the band has sold 6.9 million tickets grossing over $530 million since 1999—the rare opportunity to witness Dave Grohl and company in such close quarters represented a once-in-a-lifetime experience that money typically can't buy.
🫶 Artists Doing Good
Beck and Lana Del Rey Join Neil Young's Return to Charity Concerts Supporting Children with Disabilities
Neil Young announced his return to benefit concerts with a star-studded October 25th lineup featuring Beck and Lana Del Rey at the Harvest Moon gathering in Lake Hughes, California, supporting children with serious medical challenges. The daylong event at the Painted Turtle camp will raise funds for two vital children's charities: the Painted Turtle, which provides camp experiences for kids with chronic illnesses, and the Bridge School, helping children with severe speech and physical disabilities. Tickets starting at $275 went on sale September 26th for the intimate gathering, which promises a family-friendly festival atmosphere with food trucks and activities alongside performances from Young's Chrome Hearts band, plus opener Masanga marimba ensemble. The benefit marks Young's philanthropic comeback after ending his legendary 30-year Bridge School Benefit Concert series in 2017, demonstrating how veteran artists continue finding new ways to leverage their platform for meaningful causes. With premium artists like Lana Del Rey and Beck joining the folk-rock icon's charitable mission, the Harvest Moon concert represents the enduring power of music to bring communities together while supporting vulnerable children who need specialized care and educational resources.
📢 Sound Off
Greatest Dave Grohl legend moment?
- Breaking his leg mid-concert & finishing the show from a custom throne
- Recording Foo Fighters' debut completely solo in six days
- Playing drums for Nirvana, Queens of the Stone Age, AND Foo Fighters
- Performing 3-hour marathon concerts regularly
- Inviting random fans on stage to play with the band
- Leaving $1,000 tips on tour
🗳️ Cast your vote, and yes—we know you’ve got opinions. Let’s hear ’em.
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🎶 Event Radar
Featured ⭐️
Ed Sheeran – Loop Tour North America 2026
The global superstar's massive stadium tour hits 22 cities from June 13 to November 7, 2026, starting at State Farm Stadium in Glendale and ending at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, with stops at SoFi Stadium, MetLife Stadium, and Rogers Centre.
Lil Wayne – Lil' WeezyAna Fest 2025
The 10th anniversary of Lil Wayne's hometown festival hits New Orleans' Smoothie King Center on Nov. 1, featuring Wayne and special guests. Artist presale starts Sept. 24 at 10 a.m. CT, with general onsale Sept. 26 at 10 a.m. CT.
Iron Maiden – Run For Your Lives Tour & Knebworth Festival 2026
The British metal legends continue their "Run For Your Lives" tour with a massive festival-style show at Knebworth Park on July 11, 2026, featuring special guests The Hu, The Darkness, Airbourne and The Almighty. Tickets go on sale 10 a.m. BST on Saturday, Sept. 27.
Barry Manilow – 2026 Farewell Tour
The legendary showman's final concerts hit 9 U.S. cities in January 2026, including Orlando, Tampa, Columbus, and Jacksonville, marking his farewell performances in these markets. Tickets go on sale Friday, Sept. 26 at 10 a.m. local time.
Pixies – P40 Celebrating 40 Years World Tour 2026
The legendary band's 40th anniversary world tour kicks off in May 2026 with dates across the UK, Ireland, Germany, Italy, and Netherlands, including shows at London's Royal Albert Hall (May 28) and King John's Castle in Limerick (May 31).
My Chemical Romance – The Black Parade 2026 Tour
The band continues celebrating their 2006 album with dates running January through October 2026, including Wembley Stadium (July 8-11), Citi Field in Queens (Aug. 9), and three nights at Hollywood Bowl (Oct. 21-24).
mgk – The Lost Americana World Tour
The multi-platinum artist's biggest tour yet spans November 2025 through July 2026 across North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, with special guests including Wiz Khalifa on select dates. General tickets available September 25.
RAYE – "This Tour May Contain New Music" 2026
The Grammy-nominated artist's massive 40-date headline tour runs January 22 to May 12, 2026 across UK, Europe, and North America, including stops at Radio City Music Hall, Chicago's Auditorium Theatre, and LA's Greek Theatre. Presale begins Sept. 23, general tickets Sept. 25.
🎤 Mic Drop
Christopher Lee: The Oldest Heavy Metal Star Ever
Sir Christopher Lee (famous for Dracula, Lord of the Rings, Star Wars) became the oldest heavy metal performer in music history when he released his first full heavy metal album "Charlemagne: By the Sword and the Cross" at age 87 in 2010, followed by "Charlemagne: The Omens of Death" on his 91st birthday in 2013.
That’s a wrap for this week! Until next time, catch you in the pit—or next week’s email. 🎵🔥
Signing off,
The Fandiem Team