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.

Foo Fighters have tapped Nine Inch Nails touring drummer Ilan Rubin to take over for Josh Freese. Additionally, Freese will return to Nine Inch Nails and take over for Rubin during the band's "Peel It Back” tour.

Drummer Josh Freese confirmed he's re-joining NIN after splitting with the Foo Fighters in May, saying 'I'm incredibly excited... Let's f--king go.'