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The Pretty Reckless release alternate version of "About You" featuring Foo Fighters members

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]]> New York rock band The Pretty Reckless have released a "bonus" version of their song "About You", featuring Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl on drums, guitar, and vocals, and Pat Smear on guitar.

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