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6 days ago
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Rock and roll hall of fame legends reunite with original lead singer for new tour
For its upcoming tour, the legendary American-British rock band, Foreigner, will reunite with its original lead singer, Lou Gramm. The tour is set in honor of Foreigner's new album 'Foreigner 4 Deluxe,' which will be released in September, according to a Wednesday, July 2 statement from the band. The album celebrates the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers' 50th anniversary, and will feature 'extensive super deluxe editions' of the band's 1981 multi-platinum album '4,' which features hits like, 'Juke Box Hero,' 'Break It Up,' 'Luanne,' 'Urgent,' and 'Waiting For a Girl Like You.' 'Recording our fourth album took the better part of two years. It was something that just had to be right, and I truly believe that Mutt Lange, Lou [Gramm], Rick [Willis], Dennis [Elliot,] and I accomplished something very special,' Foreigner's guitarist Mick Jones wrote in a statement. 'This package, and particularly the stunning Atmos mixes, present a spectacular culmination of one of the most exciting periods of my life.' Foreigner's members, Luis Maldonado (lead vocals/guitar), Jeff Pilson (bass), Michael Bluestein (keyboars), Bruce Watson (guitars) and Chris Frazier (drums) will 'celebrate half a century of music with a new round of headlining tour dates which will include original lead singer Lou Gramm guesting on some of the songs he helped create almost 45 years ago.' 'Earlier this year, we toured Mexico and South America with the incredible Lou Gramm. We all had such a fantastic time performing and being together, and it's with that same excitement I look forward to working with Lou again,' Maldonado wrote. 'He was an integral part of the writing and recording of the 'Foreigner 4′ album and his presence will add a historic dimension into our forthcoming tour." Foreigner's upcoming tour dates December 3 - Port Chester, N.Y. - Capitol Theatre December 4 - Port Chester, N.Y. - Capitol Theatre December 6 - Staten Island, N.Y. - St. George Theatre December 7 - Bethlehem, Pa. - Wind Creek Event Theater December 9 - Wallingford, Ct. - Oakdale Theatre December 11 - Montclair, N.J. - Wellmont Theater December 12 - Montclair, NJ - Wellmont Theater December 13 - Williamsport, Pa. - Community Arts Center '90s country star says what she had to 'let go of' after coming out as gay Rock icon apologizes for using racial slur in X post: 'I do not discriminate' White Lion Brewing of Springfield to open 'Pridelands on Mane Street,' a container bar Support surges for country music legend who suffered stroke on stage Country star skewered by fans after calling out revered album: 'It just ain't country' Read the original article on MassLive.
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20-05-2025
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'80s Rock Band Singer, 75, Nails New Performance of Beloved Hit
When you picture the sound of the '80s and go through the greatest hits of the decade, you are undoubtedly going to think of Foreigner. The recent Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame inductees cemented their sound throughout the '80s as one of its most dominant bands, with hits like "Cold as Ice," "Waiting for a Girl Like You," and their biggest hit, "I Want to Know What Love Is." The song was an instant chart topper and continued climbing up through the 2000s. Even if you didn't know Foreigner, you would certainly know that song. Part of its success can be attributed to Lou Gramm, the iconic voice behind the tune. His vocals are an iconic part of rock music, and made that sound what it is. Gramm hasn't been a part of the band for a while, however, recently, a group of fans in the audience at a Foreigner show got to see something special. It was a huge shock to see how good Gramm still is when performing this iconic track. Fans had similar reactions in the comments. "This is the best I have heard him in a while. Will always love him. 🥰" "Only one LOU Gramm ever!!! Kudos for still trying after your long absence. Not your time to give up YET!!! LOVEEEEE YOU!!!!!" "Goose bumps ....... anyone else ??? What a great voice still. ❣️❣️" Gramm seems to have only gotten better with age. Hopefully, we will see him return to Foreigner more consistently in the future! 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬
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12-05-2025
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'70s Rock Band Reuniting With Original Lead Singer For 'Very Special' New Project
The 1970s/1980s rock band made a huge announcement on Thursday, May 8 — their iconic discography is coming to the stage in a brand-new musical that will be directed by a Broadway legend, and as part of the run-up to the premiere, they are reuniting with their original lead singer, Lou Gramm. The world premiere of Feels Like The First Time — The Foreigner Musical will take place April 17-26, 2026, at Long Island University, directed by Adam Pascal, the inaugural artist-in-residence at LIU. Pascal has previously directed such Broadway hits as Aida, Cabaret, Chicago and Rent. The creative team includes book writer Stephen Garvey and orchestrator and arranger David Abbinanti. The musical will feature 14 of Foreigner's greatest hits. To support the production, the band will give an exclusive benefit concert hosted by the band's original lead singer, Lou Gramm, on September 5, 2025. All proceeds will directly benefit Feels Like the First Time and the LIU and Tilles Center's New Works Initiative. 'We are thrilled to partner with the next generation of theatrical talent at LIU to bring this story to life in a bold new way,' said Foreigner manager Phil Carson in a press release. "Feels Like The First Time – The Foreigner Musical is a celebration of the music that has connected generations—and this collaboration gives it a vibrant new home on the stage.' Foreigner founder and songwriter Mick Jones added, 'When I wrote 'Feels Like The First Time,' I had no idea how far that song would take Foreigner. It is a personal thrill for me to know that the amazing Adam Pascal has elected to use it as the title of our new musical. I am very confident that he and the whole team will create something very special, and I look forward to seeing the completed work in 2026, the 50th Anniversary year of the founding of Foreigner." "As a Long Island native, it's an honor to direct this new Foreigner musical and to serve as LIU's first Artist-in-Residence. I grew up on these hits and am excited to collaborate on bringing this production to life," said director Pascal. Tickets for the benefit concert Foreigner: The Hits Unpluggedcan be purchased here. Foreigner's biggest hits include 'Juke Box Hero,' 'Cold As Ice,' 'Hot Blooded,' 'Waiting For A Girl Like You,' 'Feels Like The First Time,' 'Urgent,' 'Head Games" and the worldwide No. 1 hit and member of Spotify's exclusive Billions Club, 'I Want To Know What Love Is."
