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After cancelling their European tour in light of the Paris terrorist attacks (fans who'd bought tickets were refunded), Foo Fighters have revealed a surprise new EP - which they've dedicated to the 129 victims of the attack. The EP follows the band's eight albums - the most recent of which was Sonic Highways - and was teased over the past few weeks by a mysterious countdown clock on their website.
The EP, Saint Cecilia, features five new songs, and was originally intended to coincide with the end of the band's world tour - though that tour ended abruptly after over 100 Eagles of Death Metal fans were shot dead on Friday 13 November at the Bataclan concert venue in Paris.
In a letter introducing the EP, Dave Grohl thanks fans for their support, and explains the circumstances surrounding it. However, a new addition to the letter has been added in light of the Paris attacks - which you can read below in full.
19 November 2015
Tonight, Let me begin with a preface to a letter I wrote a few weeks ago from my hotel room in Berlin while on our final tour for this album. I felt the need to write this foreword in light of the heartbreaking tragedies of Nov. 13th, as this project has now taken on an entirely different tone. As has everything, it seems...
The Saint Cecilia EP was put into motion back in October of this year as a celebration of life and music. The concept being that, as our world tour drew to a close this week, we wanted to share our love of both with you in return for everything you have given us.
Now, there is a new, hopeful intention that, even in the smallest way, perhaps these songs can bring a little light into this sometimes dark world. To remind us that music is life, and that hope and healing go hand in hand with song. That much can never be taken away.
To all who were affected by the atrocities in Paris, loved ones and friends, our hearts go out to you and your families. We will return and celebrate life and love with you once again someday with our music. As it should be done.
Dave Grohl
Listen to the Saint Cecilia EP via Foo Fighters' website here, and see the tracklist below.
'Saint Cecelia'
'Sean'
'Savior Breath'
'Iron Rooster'
'The Neverending Sigh'
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