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Dave Grohl Learned of Daughter Violet’s Record Deal Over Dinner

He says her independently made album with producer Justin Raisen inspired Foo Fighters’ forthcoming Your Favorite Toy.

Overview

  • Grohl told Radio X he was “totally uninvolved” in Violet Grohl’s record and only found out about her signing when she shared the news at a family meal.
  • Violet has signed with Republic Records / Island EMI, according to multiple reports covering her recent announcements.
  • Her latest releases include the David Lynch–inspired “What’s Heaven Without You” and newly shared tracks “Thum” and “Applefish.”
  • Grohl said the energy of Violet’s debut spurred him to write the Foo Fighters’ 12th album, Your Favorite Toy, slated for release on April 24.
  • Violet has previously performed with Foo Fighters and took lead on “All Apologies” during the surviving Nirvana members’ Fire Aid set in 2025.