But Here We Are
by Foo Fighters
  • Record Label: RCA
  • Release Date: Jun 2, 2023
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8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 64 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 3 out of 64
  3. Negative: 3 out of 64
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  1. Druganov
    Jun 6, 2023
    2
    Quite a lot of emotion, especially because of the passing of their drummer, i get that, but this album can't hold a candle against their former albums. This sounds like any ordinary random rock album.
  2. bepohal
    Jun 6, 2023
    2
    though the album is very emotional (ofc), the songs are really boring and underwhelming. as a FF fan since day one i'm very disappointed. not even close to mediocre
  3. Volvago
    Jun 2, 2023
    10
    The album is perfect, with great tracks, guitar solos and Dave Grohl's voice conveying a lot of emotion and feeling. I'm already looking forward to seeing them live on the new tour.
  4. Robertt5000
    Jun 2, 2023
    10
    O foo fighters supera sua dor e perda e nos entrega um álbum duro,emocionante e tocante em seus 47 minutos,dave grohl expressa suas emoções em canções que certamente farão muitos chorarem.
  5. The94veiw
    Jun 5, 2023
    9
    Dave Grohl's side project following the death of his band mate and friend, Kurt Cobain, turned into the first official Foo Fighters album. On that debut album, no mention of loss or grief was made. Nearly 30 years later, Grohl tackles the loss of loved ones head on with absolute bravery. But Here We Are, the 11th studio album from the Foo Fighters, is used as a therapeutic cleansing of theDave Grohl's side project following the death of his band mate and friend, Kurt Cobain, turned into the first official Foo Fighters album. On that debut album, no mention of loss or grief was made. Nearly 30 years later, Grohl tackles the loss of loved ones head on with absolute bravery. But Here We Are, the 11th studio album from the Foo Fighters, is used as a therapeutic cleansing of the painful process that is involved with death and loss. The writing is a bit on the nose, but was done so in the most tragic of times and presents a raw take. A good portion of songs will sound familiar to the average Foo Fighter fan, but there's a different energy that pulsates all throughout the album. Waves of noise wash over the listener in fragments, but moments of vulnerable intimacy are also found here. The Glass is the only song on the album that feels out of place. The undeniable highlight of the album comes at the end with a beautiful and messy transition from The Teacher into the heart shattering Rest. The lyrics on the closing track are heartfelt and the most vulnerable since the bands second album ( The Colour and the Shape). To coincide with the well crafted lyrics, Grohl delivers a riff that shatters the soul. An argument can be made for Rest being one of the best songs the band has ever put out. Overall, But Here We Are gives Dave Grohl a second chance at addressing the death of loved ones. He succeeds, and honors Taylor and Virginia with a brilliant masterpiece.… Expand
  6. Gledders67
    Jun 8, 2023
    10
    A record which each track bears the emotional turmoil , the band and Dave have gone through over the past 18 months, losing Taylor and then his mother makes life seem so unjust , unfair but through this darkness comes this record of wonderful reflection and the best record from the band in a number of years , "Show me how " to me is the older brother of " Aurora" , reflective, older ,A record which each track bears the emotional turmoil , the band and Dave have gone through over the past 18 months, losing Taylor and then his mother makes life seem so unjust , unfair but through this darkness comes this record of wonderful reflection and the best record from the band in a number of years , "Show me how " to me is the older brother of " Aurora" , reflective, older , wiser , Taylor would approve.. as he would of The Teacher, a 10 min epic opera reminiscent of Taylor's favourite band Queen , and the gutteral angst to finish of "Rest" , if a record like this doesn't bring a tear to your eyes listening to it, feeling the pain of loss and love then you should sell your records and player and go live in a cave.… Expand
  7. 10grunge88
    Jun 2, 2023
    10
    As an FF listener from the 90, I have to say that his album stands as one of their best, and without a doubt, it is the best since 2007 Echoes.. From that album (Echoes..) onwards I always thought that FF suffered from luck of purpose, both in their lyrics and sound. As if they had found the perfect combination of both and keep going doing the same with small or forced variations. Do notAs an FF listener from the 90, I have to say that his album stands as one of their best, and without a doubt, it is the best since 2007 Echoes.. From that album (Echoes..) onwards I always thought that FF suffered from luck of purpose, both in their lyrics and sound. As if they had found the perfect combination of both and keep going doing the same with small or forced variations. Do not take this as a critic, I loved their latest albums and I´m a frequent listener of them. But in this "But Here We Are" the momentum is back, the purpose of all words written and sung, the sound and solos, all is here with common purpose: to say goodbye to a friend, to grief, to heal. The lyrics and sounds takes you to a journey many of us passed at least once in our lifetime: The sense of loss, missing someone, realizing that the feeling is forever and finally, accepting it and hoping for the best. My favorite tracks are "Hearing Voices" "The Glass" and "Beyond Me". As a closing commentary, the final track, "Rest", I had to stop it the first time I heard it. My mom died almost 10 years ago, ten years!, and God, it was hard to listen Grohl singing what I always hoped for her after she died. 10/10… Expand
  8. Tuck7
    Jun 2, 2023
    10
    Best and most authentic Foo Fighters album in many years. Light, heavy, and heartfelt, it is Foo Fighters at their best. Reminiscent of the band in their late-90's / early 2000's prime while still being fresh and original. An amazing send off written for their late drummer Taylor Hawkins.
  9. maripelosi
    Jun 3, 2023
    10
    One of the most emotional and beautiful works the band has ever done in their entire career
  10. samverhoeff
    Jun 3, 2023
    10
    Every song is amazing in itself, full of raw emotional lyrics, where you almost feel a bit guilty hearing Dave's deepest emotions.
  11. All_ButTrU4
    Jun 3, 2023
    6
    Thee most exciting they've sounded ever really. I couldn't really get into their other stuff but somehow this one really is hitting. The production is at a oeak,the lyrics though true to their traditions are packed with memorable hooks and anthems.
  12. neuroplasticity
    Jun 2, 2023
    10
    The whole album is so emotionally charged. Great from top to bottom. From the first track until the last. This is like a fresh start to Foos. Not only Dave managed to turn the negative energy to a fine art once but twice. The grief was palpable all throughout the lyrics of each song and feels comforting since I am also dealing with grief since the start of the year from the loss of myThe whole album is so emotionally charged. Great from top to bottom. From the first track until the last. This is like a fresh start to Foos. Not only Dave managed to turn the negative energy to a fine art once but twice. The grief was palpable all throughout the lyrics of each song and feels comforting since I am also dealing with grief since the start of the year from the loss of my beloved grandmother. Thank you Foos!… Expand
  13. getinho
    Jun 3, 2023
    10
    Still crying everytime the album ends. The Foo Fighters' most intimate work. It's like the various stages of grief, like anger and non-acceptance, gradually become acceptance.
  14. Enmateas
    Jun 3, 2023
    10
    The emotional direction of this album makes it a very cohesive and rewarding experience. There's not a single song that can be considered "bad"; flows from beginning to end without feeling like it's getting derivative or unoriginal, and seeing the band taking risk in songs like The Teacher and Show Me How makes this a very strong record. The production could be better like in WastingThe emotional direction of this album makes it a very cohesive and rewarding experience. There's not a single song that can be considered "bad"; flows from beginning to end without feeling like it's getting derivative or unoriginal, and seeing the band taking risk in songs like The Teacher and Show Me How makes this a very strong record. The production could be better like in Wasting Light, but it's still good enough for the instruments the feel present and give a punch.… Expand
  15. bailey2a3
    Jun 3, 2023
    10
    This is a killer record. I expect that it will grow in stature in the Foo’s catalogue with time. Having lost close friends, this record is both a warm hug and a call to get on with life. PS Dave’s daughter has a bright future in the music industry.

    PPS Have you considered how fortunate we are to have this record?
  16. yumske08
    Jun 3, 2023
    10
    Overall an amazing album, highly recommend for people just getting into Foo Fighters.
  17. emmi3
    Jun 5, 2023
    10
    Incredible album that takes you on a journey of both grief and gratitude through its highs and lows. This album has variety: there are songs that hearken back to early FF classics (Nothing at All), songs that feel fresh and contemporary (duet with daughter Violet, Show Me How), Beatles-esque earworms (Under You), experimental anthems (tribute to his mom, The Teacher), and stripped downIncredible album that takes you on a journey of both grief and gratitude through its highs and lows. This album has variety: there are songs that hearken back to early FF classics (Nothing at All), songs that feel fresh and contemporary (duet with daughter Violet, Show Me How), Beatles-esque earworms (Under You), experimental anthems (tribute to his mom, The Teacher), and stripped down expressions of pure grief (Rest). It's often true, especially in rock music, that the best music comes from a place of pain. This album is catharsis in its purest form.… Expand
  18. ValiantVillain
    Jul 13, 2023
    9
    Wonderful rock album, and one of the Foo’s best

    This is a great album that doesn’t have a single weak song on it

    -Memorable and hummable Melodies
    -Heartfelt emotion -Lyrics that express the grief of loss, yet tempered by hope and acceptance Best album of 2023
  19. willemb98
    Jun 9, 2023
    7
    Definitely their best work since Sonic Highways, I felt like the Foo's were losing their grip a bit with their last couple of albums but this was a great listen! My personal highlights from the album are Hearing Voices, Rescued and The Teacher but I would say none of the other songs fall flat either, overall it's a great album (especially if you're like me where my expectations were lowDefinitely their best work since Sonic Highways, I felt like the Foo's were losing their grip a bit with their last couple of albums but this was a great listen! My personal highlights from the album are Hearing Voices, Rescued and The Teacher but I would say none of the other songs fall flat either, overall it's a great album (especially if you're like me where my expectations were low due to FF's music releases from 2017 to 2022). I had a lot of doubts but it pleasantly surprised me… Expand
  20. Lajaleaa
    Jun 21, 2023
    7
    I did not grow up with Foo Fighters, and I understand this album is meant to be very important, but not even their most popular songs sounded as pop as these. Yet, that is not the problem. There is an energy so powerful that you can hardly see or feel the emotion on the complete project.
    I do give points for the way they explore and handle that explosion. This album is interesting because    I did not grow up with Foo Fighters, and I understand this album is meant to be very important, but not even their most popular songs sounded as pop as these. Yet, that is not the problem. There is an energy so powerful that you can hardly see or feel the emotion on the complete project.
    I do give points for the way they explore and handle that explosion. This album is interesting because of that. In a way, this is the band trying to cope with so many things at the same time, and that is very admirable, I just wish they would've let themselves be more vulnerable and explore a more mature essence instead of one that feels so explosive.
    One way or another, this is not bad at all, and I'm happy they are rising from their own selves.
    Those only two last songs are heart crushing, tho.    … Expand
  21. Lydell
    Jun 12, 2023
    10
    Their best album since Wasting Lights and the best album since Ghost - Impera!
  22. CouchPotato200
    Jul 3, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fairly easily the best Foo Fighters album in my opinion. The singles and standout tracks, while excellent, do not reach the same levels of perfection as their past hits. Even so, there is not a single point on this album where it feels boring, every song is just as fantastic as the last. Their past albums all have at least one song that just doesn't work, this one does not. But Here We Are is the most cohesive album I've heard all year, and the new greatest Foo Fighters album. As well as an essential album for any fan of hard rock, and a must listen for anyone. Maybe not necessarily a 10/10 in a vacuum; but compared to their past work, and compared to other similar albums, it really does feel sort of perfect.… Expand
  23. Loukall2007
    Jun 10, 2023
    10
    But here we are is the album that made me a fan of foo fighters again I loved medicine at midnight but this is on another level rest is even my favorite foo fighters song
  24. Desig
    Jul 3, 2023
    9
    What an exceptional heartfelt and personal record from the Foo Fighters. Dave's Midas touch continues to spread on everything he approaches. The record is peppered with musical jewels and shines with a predictably superb production. it gets better with every listen.

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86

Universal acclaim - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. Under The Radar
    Jul 17, 2023
    85
    A powerful and consistently great rock and roll record.
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  2. Uncut
    Jun 22, 2023
    80
    The Foos album closest to Nirvana. [Aug 2023, p.29]
  3. Mojo
    Jun 21, 2023
    80
    The result is the Foos' finest since There Is Nothing Left To Lose. [Aug 2023, p.82]
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