Dave Grohl - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 14, 1969 |
|---|---|
| Age | 56 |
| Birthplace | Warren, Ohio, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Drummer for Nirvana; founder and frontman of Foo Fighters. |
Intro
Dave Grohl is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer best known as the drummer for Nirvana and the founder, lead vocalist, guitarist, and primary songwriter of Foo Fighters.
Early Life & Background
Dave Grohl was born in Warren, Ohio, and raised in Springfield, Virginia. He began learning guitar at a young age and was influenced by punk rock bands during his teenage years, attending several local shows that helped shape his musical sensibilities.
Career Highlights
- Drummer for Nirvana (1990–1994) and contributed to their seminal album 'Nevermind' (1991).
- Formed Foo Fighters in 1994, leading the band as frontman, primary songwriter, and guitarist.
- Foo Fighters have won multiple Grammy Awards, and Grohl is noted for his musicianship and versatility.
- Collaborated with various artists, including Queens of the Stone Age, Paul McCartney, and Tenacious D.
- Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Nirvana in 2014 and as a member of Foo Fighters in 2021.
Trivia
- Grohl is a self-taught musician, originally learning guitar and later teaching himself drums.
- He sometimes records all the instruments himself on Foo Fighters tracks.
- He has also directed documentaries, including the acclaimed 'Sound City' (2013).
- Grohl broke his leg during a 2015 concert in Sweden but finished the show before seeking medical help.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Dave Grohl?
Dave Grohl is 56 years old.
When was Dave Grohl born?
Dave Grohl was born the 14 January 1969.
Where is Dave Grohl from?
Warren, Ohio, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About January 14th, 1969, in brief:
- Historical events: Soyuz 4 spacecraft was launched as part of a groundbreaking Soviet space mission, designed to perform the first-ever spacecraft docking and crew transfer in space. The mission would successfully rendezvous with Soyuz 5 two days later, marking a significant milestone in human spaceflight.
- Day of the week: January 14th, 1969 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning crescent
- #1 US song: I Heard It Through The Grapevine by Marvin Gaye
- #1 UK song: Ob-La-Di Ob-La-Da by Marmalade
- Popular movie: Teorema directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini
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