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Violet Grohl Releases Debut Solo Singles Thum and Applefish

Published 8 December 2025

Violet Grohl, the 19-year-old daughter of Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl, released her debut original solo tracks on December 5, marking her entry into the music scene as a solo artist. The singles, titled "Thum" and "Applefish," are available for digital download and as a limited 7-inch vinyl through Bandcamp, though the physical copies sold out quickly.

In an Instagram post announcing the release, Grohl expressed her enthusiasm, writing, "I'm beyond excited to finally share a little bit of what I've been working on over the last year. I made these tracks with the most badass group of musicians, so happy they're finally yours." "Thum," the A-side, clocks in at just over two minutes and delivers a punchy alternative rock sound, with lyrics centered on the struggle to break a bad habit, including the chorus: "Self help me, self help myself, chew my bitter fingers, can't help me, can't help myself, buy it by the liter." The track draws comparisons to bands like Hole, Queens of the Stone Age, The Breeders, and Veruca Salt for its fuzzy, 1990s-inspired vibe. "Applefish," the B-side, offers a moodier, slower pace with a cinematic feel, highlighting Grohl's velvety vocals, and is...

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