Foo Fighter's Chris Shiflett joins the Rockonteurs podcast

Foo Fighter's Chris Shiflett joins the Rockonteurs podcast

Author: Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt May 17, 2026 Duration: 1:23:31

This week we are joined by Foo Fighters lead guitarist Chris Shiflett. Chris joined the band in 1999 and talks to Gary and Guy about growing up a punk and rock fan, picking up the guitar, and how he found himself in one of the biggest rock bands in the world. He’s down the earth, a passionate music fan and, as we find out a fellow Gooner with Gary and they talk about Arsenal’s recent success. 


Listen to Chris's solo work here: linktr.ee/chrisshiflettmusic


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