The Hollywood Reporter exclusively reported on Wednesday that Freese would to return to the band over 15 years after he first departed, as NIN’s Ilan Rubin was tapped to become the Foo Fighters’ next drummer. Freese wrote a statement on his Instagram late Wednesday night celebrating his reunion.

The drummer rejoining the band's touring lineup for the first time since 2008 after spending two years on the road with Foo Fighters

After parting with Josh Freese back in May, the Foo Fighters have enlisted Nine Inch Nails’ Ilan Rubin as their next drummer. In an unexpected twist, Freese will join Nine Inch Nails on tour, both The Hollywood Reporter and Variety confirmed.