Birmingham, UK -Foo Fighters fans were left stunned and exhilarated when rock legend Geezer Butler joined the band on stage during their recent concert at Villa Park Stadium. The iconic Black Sabbath bassist performed alongside Dave Grohl and the band, treating the audience to a powerful rendition of the 1970s classic hit “Paranoid.”
The unexpected appearance of Butler, a native of Birmingham, marked a memorable highlight of the Foo Fighters’ UK tour’s West Midlands leg on Thursday. As Butler stepped onto the stage, the crowd erupted in cheers and roars of support, celebrating the return of one of their hometown heroes.
Fans quickly took to social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, to share videos and express their excitement over the “epic” performance. One fan wrote, “Legend Geezer Butler back home.” Another commented, “What an epic show, Foo Fighters at Villa Park and bringing out Geezer Butler.” A third fan shared, “Bucket list band in the Foo Fighters checked off yesterday evening. Fantastic night! Loved the Geezer Butler surprise in Birmingham!”
Black Sabbath, comprised of singer Ozzy Osbourne, guitarist Tony Iommi, drummer Bill Ward, and bassist Geezer Butler, formed in Birmingham in 1968 and are widely recognized as pioneers of heavy metal music. Butler’s surprise performance with the Foo Fighters not only thrilled fans but also paid homage to the city’s rich musical heritage.
The Foo Fighters’ UK tour has been filled with unforgettable moments, but this particular concert in Birmingham will undoubtedly be remembered as a night when rock legends old and new came together to create something truly special.
