Foo Fighters release Saint Cecilia EP for free

Introducing the new EP, Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl has encouraged fans to donate to victims of the recent terrorist attacks in Paris, during which Eagles of Death Metal's show at the Bataclan Theatre was attacked by gunmen. 

Grohl said: "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."

The EP, available to stream in the player below, and to download for free via the band's website, was recorded at the Saint Cecilia hotel in Austin, Texas during the group's injury-delayed Sonic Highways tour earlier this year.

When the band played Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium in September, Grohl performed from a custom-built chair described as "a cross between some lost piece of Doctor Who memorabilia and a guitar nut’s take on the Iron Throne" – read our review of the band's marathon set.