A large collective of 100 drummers performed the Foo Fighters song My Hero from the 1997 album The Color and the Shape as a tribute to Taylor Hawkins, the longtime Foo Fighters drummer who died at 50 in 2022. The event was organized to honor his memory and his impact on modern rock percussion.
The performance took place at the Sports Palace in Antwerp. In a collaborative effort, the drummers joined forces with the Belgian rock outfit Black Box Revelation. Members of Black Box Revelation described Hawkins as the greatest drummer of their time, underscoring the respect he earned among peers. The video description notes that Hawkins last performed with Foo Fighters in Belgium at Sportpalais, linking the tribute directly to his final European appearance.
Taylor Hawkins passed away on March 25, 2022, during Foo Fighters South American tour dates. Postmortem analyses identified opioids, antidepressants, and psychotropic substances in his system, an outcome that prompted widespread reflection on the pressures of touring and the realities of artist health, with statements from the band and contemporaries emphasizing safety and care for performers.
In January 2023, Foo Fighters announced they would continue after Hawkins departure. Plans for the following summer included live performances at festivals and venues, with decisions about known replacements or touring roles still to be announced. The music community remained focused on preserving Hawkins legacy while sustaining the band’s touring momentum and creative direction.
Earlier reports suggested that Duran Duran planned to release a new album with guitarist Andy Taylor toward the end of 2023, a backdrop reflecting ongoing activity in the rock and pop scenes during that period. This broader context highlights how major acts adapt and evolve after key losses while pursuing new recording projects and live engagements. [Cite: public statements, industry coverage]