It looks like the Foo Fighters might be heading back to Australia, and fans are already buzzing with excitement. On December 1st, Frontier Touring posted a mysterious teaser that immediately sent the internet into speculation mode. The post featured the band’s famous double-F logo and the caption: “Give me a reason, show me a sign.” If you’re a fan of the Foos, you’ll know that line comes straight from their recent single, “Asking For a Friend.”
Even more interesting was a countdown link included in the teaser. The clock is set to end at 3 a.m. AEST on Wednesday, which has fans convinced that a big announcement — most likely a new Australian tour — is coming very soon. Although nothing has been officially confirmed yet, the signs are hard to ignore.
This tease arrives during an important chapter for the band. The Foo Fighters have recently welcomed Ilan Rubin as their new official drummer. Rubin, known for his work with Nine Inch Nails, stepped in after Josh Freese’s temporary run and after the heartbreaking loss of longtime drummer Taylor Hawkins in 2022. While Freese helped carry the band through a difficult transition, Rubin’s arrival marks a fresh era.
Along with the lineup shift, the band is preparing for a massive U.S. stadium tour in 2026, and they’ve already begun releasing new music. “Asking For a Friend,” their latest single, has been described by frontman Dave Grohl as “a song for those who have waited patiently in the cold, relying on hope and faith for their horizon to appear.” Grohl also hinted that this track is “one of many songs to come,” suggesting that a new album or continued releases might be on the horizon.
Grohl has also spoken openly about how powerful it has been to return to the stage. He mentioned the band’s recent comeback performance in San Luis Obispo and said it reminded them of why they love doing what they do. For longtime fans, it’s clear that despite everything the band has gone through, the Foo Fighters still carry the same fire, passion, and humor that made them rock legends in the first place.
If the hints point where fans think they do, the upcoming Australian dates would be the first since their 2023 tour — the band’s first run without Taylor Hawkins. That tour was widely praised. Rolling Stone AU/NZ described the Melbourne show as “ferocious, fun, and close to flawless,” noting that the band had proven their ability to regroup and continue delivering unforgettable performances.
With the 2026 U.S. tour already mapped out — starting August 4th in Toronto and wrapping up on September 26th in Las Vegas — it makes perfect sense that Australia would be next. The Foos have always shared a strong bond with Australian audiences, and their shows here are known for their epic length, high energy, and emotional moments.
For now, fans are simply waiting for that countdown to hit zero. Whether it reveals a full tour, a single Australian show, or something entirely unexpected, the excitement is real. What’s clear is that the Foo Fighters are gearing up for a major new era — and Australia might be one of the first to experience it.