The Foo Fighters have breathed new life into one of their most iconic songs, “Times Like These,” by dropping a remastered version of the original U.S. music video. The update gives fans a crisp, high-definition look at the video that helped define the band’s early-2000s era — and it’s already stirring up nostalgia online.
A Song with Multiple Faces
If you’ve followed Foo Fighters for a while, you probably know “Times Like These” isn’t just famous for its lyrics or riffs — it’s also known for having multiple music videos.
- The UK version, directed by Liam Lynch, takes a trippy, kaleidoscopic approach. It shows the band performing against a swirl of colorful visuals that later reveal themselves as green-screen effects.
- The U.S. version, directed by Marc Klasfeld, is grittier and more cinematic. It shows the band rocking out under a bridge in California while random household items — TVs, chairs, even a house shell — rain down around them.
- There’s also an acoustic version, where Dave Grohl records vocals, piano, and guitar in the studio, giving fans a raw, behind-the-scenes look at his creative process.
For years, fans have debated which version reigns supreme. Some love the chaotic energy of the U.S. cut, while others swear by the psychedelic charm of the UK version. Either way, both videos became a snapshot of Foo Fighters’ creative peak.
The Power of a Remaster
So, what’s new this time around? The remastered U.S. version sharpens everything — richer colors, clearer images, and smoother audio syncing. It’s the same video, just cleaner and more cinematic for today’s HD screens.
Foo Fighters haven’t said much about the technical process behind the upgrade, but longtime fans are calling it a small gift — a way to relive one of the band’s defining moments in much better quality.
Fans Are Feeling the Nostalgia
Reactions have been pouring in across social media and Reddit, where Foo Fighters fans are rediscovering their favorite video in a whole new light. Some say it’s like watching it for the first time again, while others are just thrilled that the bridge version is officially back and easier to find online.
One fan summed it up perfectly:
“This version was the one we grew up seeing on MTV. It feels amazing to see it restored like this.”
The release has also reignited an old debate: why were there two main videos in the first place? Some fans believe the band preferred the kaleidoscopic UK version, which explains why the bridge version seemed to “disappear” from official channels for a while. But with this remaster, that mystery version finally gets the spotlight it deserves.
A Reminder of Foo Fighters’ Legacy
Beyond the nostalgia, this remaster is a reminder of just how powerful “Times Like These” remains. Released in 2002, the song has aged into an anthem about resilience — a message that still hits hard today.
By revisiting and upgrading the video, Foo Fighters aren’t just looking back. They’re showing how timeless their music — and their message — really is.
Where to Watch
The remastered U.S. version of “Times Like These” is now available on the band’s official YouTube channel. Fans can finally enjoy the iconic bridge performance in all its remastered glory.
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