"Medicine at Midnight" is the tenth studio album by American rock band Foo Fighters. Released on February 5, 2021, it marks the group's return to music after a hiatus since the release of their 2017 LP, "Concrete and Gold". The album, produced by Greg Kurstin and Foo Fighters, was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Containing nine tracks in total, "Medicine at Midnight" is notable for its distinct departure from the band's previous heavy rock sound. Instead, they embraced a more melodic and dance-oriented style, which frontman Dave Grohl has likened to David Bowie's "Let's Dance". Seeing it as their 'Saturday night party album', he was inspired by the groove of some of pop's iconic artists, from David Bowie to Power Station.
The album received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its more joyful and pop-centric nature while retaining the band's signature rock sound. The album became a commercial success, debuting at number one on the UK Albums Chart and number three on the Billboard 200 in the United States.
Songs on the album include upbeat tracks like "Making a Fire" and "Cloudspotter", as well as the introspective and more serious "Waiting on a War". The latter was inspired by a conversation Grohl had with his daughter about the state of the world, and it questions the uncertainty and fear in the current global climate.
Despite the challenges faced during its production, "Medicine at Midnight" stands as a celebration of the band's enduring love for music, a commitment to keep creating despite the odds, and an ode to resilience and rebirth, themes that resonate more than ever in these uncertain times.
