Foreigner announce orchestral tour

Foreigner will launch an orchestral tour next year.

“Foreigner: The Hits Orchestral” will open in early March with a five-show residency at The Venetian Theatre in Las Vegas, NV before playing multiple dates across California.

The orchestral concerts are a celebration of the band's 50th anniversary and will provide a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fans to experience their most popular hits with a 20-piece orchestra playing spectacular arrangements written by Juilliard cello virtuoso Dave Eggar and conductor Chuck Palmer.

Eggar has performed, recorded and arranged for artists that include Coldplay, Paul Simon, Amy Winehouse, Beyoncé and many more.

Foreigner's love for orchestral performance of their hit songs began in Switzerland in 2017 when they appeared in Lucerne with the 21st Century Symphony Orchestra & Chorus, resulting in a TV special which can be seen on PBS TV. Subsequently, they toured the show internationally, culminating with a sold-out appearance at the iconic Sydney Opera House.

Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 tour.

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Foreigner
“Foreigner: The Hits Orchestral”
2026 US Tour

Mar 06 - Las Vegas, NV @ The Venetian Theatre
Mar 07 - Las Vegas, NV @ The Venetian Theatre
Mar 11 - Las Vegas, NV @ The Venetian Theatre
Mar 13 - Las Vegas, NV @ The Venetian Theatre
Mar 14 - Las Vegas, NV @ The Venetian Theatre
Mar 17 - Redding, CA @ Redding Civic Auditorium
Mar 18 - Folsom, CA @ Harris Center – Stage One
Mar 20 - San Diego, CA @ The Rady Shell
Mar 21 - Napa, CA @ Uptown Theatre
Mar 22 - San Jose, CA @ San Jose Civic

See also:

Foreigner 4 album expanded for new Deluxe Edition
Foreigner singer Kelly Hansen leaving band after 20 years
Foreigner announce orchestral Las Vegas residency
Foreigner inducted into Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
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Foreigner 4 album expanded for new Deluxe Edition

Foreigner will release extensive deluxe editions of its 1981 smash multi-Platinum album, “4”, on September 12.

Recorded at the famed Electric Lady Studios in New York City alongside producer Mutt Lange (Def Leppard, AC/DC), “4” spent more weeks at No. 1 on the US Billboard charts than any artist in the history of Atlantic Records, including AC/DC, The Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin, and went on to sell more than ten million albums worldwide.

The set – which spawned three Billboard Hot 100 singles: "Waiting For A Girl Like You", "Urgent", and "Juke Box Hero" – was released during a time of transition as the band went from six members to four.

"Recording our fourth album took the better part of two years,” says Mick Jones. “It was something that just had to be right and I truly believe that Mutt Lange, Lou, Rick, Dennis, and I accomplished something very special. This package, and particularly the stunning Atmos mixes, present a spectacular culmination of one of the most exciting periods of my life."

“Foreigner 4 Deluxe” will encompass newly-remastered Stereo or ATMOS versions, and a five-disc CD/Blu-ray package that includes a booklet containing over 60 exclusive photos, five previously unreleased songs, 14 early and alternate versions of various songs, 15 instrumentals, and 15 live performances from across the globe, spanning the band's 1981 and 1982 "4" world tour. The digital deluxe release will also contain alternate versions, instrumentals, and live performances from the era.

Foreigner is sharing the first preview to the 2025 release with the previously-unreleased track, "Fool If You Love Him"; the song was initially left unfinished and shelved during the original album’s recording. Decades later, Lou Gramm returned to the mic, writing a new verse and recording fresh vocals to bring the song back to life. Now, for the first time ever, fans can hear the finished version of a track that almost never was.

To coincide with the deluxe package release, Foreigner – Luis Maldonado (lead vocals/guitar), Jeff Pilson (bass), Michael Bluestein(keyboards), Bruce Watson (guitars), 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 forty-five years ago.

The upcoming Foreigner 4 Deluxe Tour signals yet another important transition for the band as these new dates will be the first major US shows featuring Luis Maldonado on lead vocals. On the recent season finale of The Voice, it was announced that this year's summer tour would be the last for Kelly Hansen after 20 years fronting the group.

Foreigner was inducted into Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame last fall.

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Foreigner singer Kelly Hansen leaving band after 20 years
Foreigner announce orchestral Las Vegas residency
Foreigner inducted into Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
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Foreigner singer Kelly Hansen leaving band after 20 years

In a surprise moment that brought both judges and fans to their feet, Kelly Hansen, longtime lead vocalist of legendary rock band Foreigner, announced he's stepping down live during a special appearance on NBC's The Voice this week.

After two decades fronting the band with one of rock's most iconic catalogs, Hansen revealed he will be leaving Foreigner at the end of the Summer 2025 tour.

In a moving segment that aired nationally, Hansen introduced Luis Maldonado as his official successor - a moment that symbolized both an end and a bold new beginning for the powerhouse group.

"Being the voice of Foreigner has been one of the greatest honors of my life," said Hansen. "But it's time to pass the mic. Luis has the voice, the energy, and the soul to carry these songs into the future. I couldn't be prouder to hand this off to him."

Foreigner leader and founder, Mick Jones had this to say: "In 1976, my goal was to assemble the finest group of musicians I could find. Results have shown that it worked! About thirty years later, Jason Bonham encouraged me to do it all over again and create a brand-new Foreigner, and the magic was still there. I was especially fortunate in the choice of lead singer. Kelly Hansen is one of the best front men in our business and over the last twenty years he has breathed new life into our songs. His boundless energy and flawless talent has helped us climb the mountain and set up the opportunity for Foreigner vocalist and guitarist, Luis Maldonado, to bring us home.

“I wish Kelly great happiness in his next endeavors after our summer tour, and I look forward to welcoming Luis to his new position. Luis was my choice as a guitarist and he has already shown us what he can do on lead vocals by fronting the band in South America to incredible reviews. He will soon lead the charge that will carry us forward to new heights."

Before Luis joined Foreigner, he was best known as the guitarist for Train and for his work with Lisa Marie Presley. He now steps into the spotlight as Foreigner's new lead singer. Maldonado brings a rich blend of vocal power, stage charisma, and musical versatility that makes him a natural fit to lead the next chapter of the band's journey.

"This music has been part of my life for as long as I can remember," said Maldonado. "I'm ready to honor Foreigner's legacy and bring my heart to every performance."

Hansen joined Foreigner in 2005 and played a crucial role in revitalizing the band's live presence. His powerful vocals and magnetic stage presence helped introduce Foreigner's timeless hits to a new generation of fans across the globe.

Foreigner's tour continues through 2025 and will feature both Hansen and Maldonado on stage in a symbolic handoff. The transition coincides with major milestones for the band, including next year's 50th anniversary of its formation in New York in 1976.

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Foreigner tops the hennemusic Hot 10

Foreigner tops this week’s hennemusic Hot 10.

The band has announced plans to perform an orchestral residency in Las Vegas next spring.

Read all about it in this week’s top story!

The HH10 is a list of the most-viewed rock news stories in the past week by hennemusic readers.


hennemusic Hot 10
week ending April 27, 2025

01 – Foreigner announce orchestral Las Vegas residency
02 – ZZ Top extends Elevation Tour
03 – Ghost stream new Skeleta single Peacefield
04 – Bush announce new album I Beat Loneliness
05 – Dee Snider rocks Lay It On The Line for Triumph tribute album
06 – Billy Idol joined by Avril Lavigne on new single 77
07 – Billy Idol streams new album Dream Into It
08 – Carlos Santana postpones shows after collapsing at San Antonio soundcheck
09 – Pink Floyd preview A Saucerful Of Secrets from Pompeii concert film
10 – Sammy Hagar releases new song inspired by Eddie Van Halen dream


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Apr 20: Green Day
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Apr 06: Pink Floyd
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Mar 23: Def Leppard

Foreigner announce orchestral Las Vegas residency

Foreigner has announced plans to perform a residency in Las Vegas next spring.

Billed as “Foreigner: The Hits Orchestral”, the series will a celebration of the band's 50th anniversary and will provide a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fans to experience their most popular hits with a 20-piece orchestra, conducted by both Juilliard cello virtuoso Dave Eggar, who has performed, recorded and arranged for artists that include Coldplay, Paul Simon, Amy Winehouse, Beyonce and many more, and his arranging partner, Chuck Palmer.

The five show run at The Venetian Theatre in Las Vegas will run March 6 through 14 of next year; tickets will go on sale Friday, April 25 at 10 a.m. PST – get more details here.

Foreigner's love for orchestral performance of their hit songs began in Switzerland in 2017, followed by an international tour, culminating with a sold-out appearance at the iconic Sydney Opera House.

With 10 multi-platinum albums and 16 Top 30 hits, Foreigner is universally hailed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world with a formidable musical arsenal that continues to propel sold-out tours and album sales, now exceeding 80 million.

Foreigner was inducted into Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame last fall.

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Foreigner inducted into Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
Ozzy Osbourne and Foreigner among 2024 Rock Hall inductees
Foreigner announce more US farewell tour dates
Foreigner founder Mick Jones reveals Parkinson’s diagnosis
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Foreigner inducted into Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame

Foreigner was among the artists inducted into the 2024 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame during an October 19 ceremony in Cleveland, OH.

Sammy Hagar had the honor of inducting the group while speaking highly of their legacy and giving a shout out to band founder Mick Jones, who, Rolling Stone notes, missed the event due to his battle with Parkinson's.

"I'm really sad [Mick Jones] is not here tonight,” shared Hagar. “Mick, we love and miss you and congratulations."

Original singer Lou Gramm, bassist Rick Wills, and keyboardist Al Greenwood were joined by Jones’ daughter, Annabelle Dexter-Jones, to accept the award, while drummer Dennis Elliott sat out the ceremony; bassist Ed Gagliardi died in 2014 and guitarist/keyboardist Ian McDonald passed away in 2022.

The live performance/tribute saw the band’s current touring lineup joined by Slash and Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith and singer Demi Lovato for “Feels Like The First Time,” while Hagar joined soon after for “Hot Blooded” – with some help from current singer Kelly Hansen, and Kelly Clarkson took on “I Want to Know What Love Is” with some help from Gramm.

Joining Foreigner as 2024 Rock Hall inductees in the performer category are Ozzy Osbourne, Peter Frampton, Dave Matthews Band, Cher, Mary J. Blige, Kool & The Gang, and A Tribe Called Quest.

Foreigner is currently playing dates on a farewell tour.

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Foreigner inducted into Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
Foreigner announce more US farewell tour dates
Foreigner founder Mick Jones reveals Parkinson’s diagnosis
Ozzy Osbourne and Foreigner among 2024 Rock Hall nominees
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Ozzy Osbourne and Foreigner among 2024 Rock Hall inductees

photo: Sony Music UK

Ozzy Osbourne, Foreigner and Peter Frampton are among the artists that will be inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame later this year.

The rockers will be honored alongside Dave Matthews Band, Cher, Mary J. Blige, Kool & The Gang, and A Tribe Called Quest at the 2024 Induction event on Saturday, October 19 at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, OH.

The honorees were announced live Sunday evening on American Idol by Ryan Seacrest and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Lionel Richie.

To be eligible for nomination, an individual artist or band must have released its first single or album at least 25 years prior to the year of nomination; five of the eight inductees in the Performer category were on the ballot for the first time, including Ozzy, Foreigner, Frampton, Cher, and Kool & the Gang.

“Rock & Roll is an ever-evolving amalgam of sounds that impacts culture and moves generations,” says John Sykes, Chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation. “This diverse group of inductees each broke down musical barriers and influenced countless artists that followed in their footsteps.”

Alexis Korner, John Mayall and Big Mama Thornton are being recognized with the Musical Influence Award; Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick and Norman Whitfield will be honored in the Musical Excellence Award; and music executive Suzanne de Passe will receive the Ahmet Ertegun Award.

Ticket information for The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2024 Induction Ceremony will be announced at a later date.

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Foreigner announce more US farewell tour dates

Foreigner has announced more US dates as part of its farewell tour.

After one last show on a summer/fall leg with Styx and John Waite in Memphis on September 20, the series is set to continue on September 23 at West Virginia's Charleston Civic Center.

The three-week run will see Foreigner joined by Loverboy on most dates, and Lita Ford at a few events.

"Many years ago, I wrote a song called 'Feels Like The First Time'and today we are launching the next leg of our last worldwide tour,” says Foreigner founder Mick Jones. “We will be presenting a show that I know will have the same enthusiasm as our very first appearances. The tour started last summer in America and we hope to get to every place that we have played over the last several years. While I'm sure our fans will have mixed feelings about the end of the road for the band, I know our shows are going to delight audiences everywhere."

"I remember how cool the last time we toured with Foreigner was in 1982,” recalls Loverboy guitarist Paul Dean. “We played to massive stadiums - New Orleans, Kansas City, Day On the Green in Oakland, JFK in Philly - and we're back together again, 41 years later. It's going to be the Tour of Fall '24!"

Exclusive Foreigner presale tickets are now available at Foreigneronline.com, with general public seats on sale Friday, April 5 at 10 AM CT at Ticketmaster.com or Foreigneronline.com.

Foreigner is currently among the nominees under consideration for the 2024 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame.

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Foreigner
Farewell tour
North America 2024

Sep 23 - Charleston, WV @ Charleston Civic Center (Loverboy)
Sep 25 - Peoria, IL @ Peoria Civic Center Arena (Loverboy)
Sep 27 - Duluth, MN @ Amsoil Arena (Lita Ford)
Sep 28 - Mankato, MN @ Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center (Lita Ford)
Oct 01 - Casper, WY @ Ford Wyoming Center (Loverboy)
Oct 02 - Colorado Springs, CO @ Sunset Amphitheater (Loverboy)
Oct 04 - Camdenton, MO @ Ozarks Amphitheater (Loverboy)
Oct 05 - Bonner Springs, KS @ Azura Amphitheater (Loverboy)
Oct 08 - Rio Rancho, NM @ Rio Rancho Event Center (Loverboy)
Oct 09 - Las Cruces, NM @ Pan American Center (Loverboy)

See also:

Foreigner founder Mick Jones reveals Parkinson’s diagnosis
Ozzy Osbourne and Foreigner among 2024 Rock Hall nominees
Foreigner and Styx team up for North American tour
Foreigner announces farewell Canadian tour dates
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Foreigner founder Mick Jones reveals Parkinson’s diagnosis

Foreigner founder and guitarist Mick Jones has revealed that he is battling Parkinson's disease.

The 79-year-old musician, who has not performed with the band since 2022, shared his story on social media.

"Fans will have become very aware that for some time now, I have not been performing onstage with the band,” began Jones. “Several years ago, I was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. I want everyone to know that I am doing alright. However, I've always liked to be at my best when performing onstage, and sadly, at present, I find that a bit difficult.

“I am still very much involved in the background with Foreigner and remain a presence,” he continued. “Parkinson's is a daily struggle; several of my friends are also dealing with the disease. The important thing is to persevere with the loving support of my family, and remind myself of the wonderful career I've had in music.

"I thank all the fans who have supported Foreigner throughout the years and continue to attend our concerts – I want you to know I appreciate your support; it always means so very much to me, but especially so at this point in my life."

Jones formed Foreigner in New York in 1976 via a series of jams that saw him connect with keyboardist Al Greenwood, multi-instrumentalist Ian McDonald, drummer Dennis Elliott, bassist Ed Gagliardi and – after an extensive search for a singer – Lou Gramm was brought in to front the band.

1977 saw the release of Foreigner’s self-titled debut, which reached No. 4 on the Billboard 200 on its way to US sales of more than 5 million copies thanks to the Top 10 hits “Feels Like The First Time” and “Cold As Ice.”

A series of multi-platinum albums followed, including 1978’s “Double Vision”, 1979’s “Head Games” and 1981’s “4”, helping the group flourish with 16 Top 30 hits while going on to sell more than 75 million albums worldwide.

Gramm exited Foreigner for a solo career in 1990, but returned between 1992 and 2003 before leaving again; singer Kelly Hansen joined the lineup in 2005.

Foreigner were recently named among the nominees under consideration for the 2024 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame.

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Ozzy Osbourne and Foreigner among 2024 Rock Hall nominees
Foreigner and Styx team up for North American tour
Foreigner announces farewell Canadian tour dates
Foreigner announce farewell Las Vegas residency shows
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Ozzy Osbourne and Foreigner among 2024 Rock Hall nominees

Ozzy Osbourne and Foreigner are among the nominees for induction into the 2024 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame.

The Cleveland-based institution has revealed the full list of 15 artists, which also includes Oasis, Peter Frampton and Lenny Kravitz, among others.

To be eligible for nomination, an individual artist or band must have released its first single or album at least 25 years prior to the year of nomination.

Ten out of 15 of the Nominees are on the ballot for the first time, including Mariah Carey, Cher, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & the Gang, Lenny Kravitz, Oasis, Sinéad O’Connor, Ozzy Osbourne and Sade.

“This remarkable list of Nominees reflects the diverse artists and music that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame honors and celebrates,” says John Sykes, Chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation. “Continuing in the true spirit of Rock & Roll, these artists have created their own sounds that have impacted generations and influenced countless others that have followed in their footsteps.” 

Nominee ballots will be sent to an international voting body of more than 1,000 artists, historians, and members of the music industry. An artist’s musical impact and influence on other artists, length and depth of career and body of work as well as innovation and superiority in style and technique are taken into consideration.

Inductees will be announced in late April.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2024 Induction Ceremony will take place in Cleveland this fall with date and on-sale information to be announced.

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2024 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame nominees

• Mary J. Blige
• Mariah Carey
• Cher
• Dave Matthews Band
• Eric B. & Rakim
• Foreigner
• Peter Frampton
• Jane's Addiction
• Kool & the Gang
• Lenny Kravitz
• Oasis
• Sinéad O'Connor
• Ozzy Osbourne
• Sade
• A Tribe Called Quest


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Foreigner and Styx team up for North American tour

Foreigner and Styx are teaming up for a summer 2024 North American tour.

The three-month series – with guest John Waite – will open in Grand Rapids, MI on June 11, with dates wrapping up at the end of August.

It’s been ten years since the rock acts have toured together.

“I am very much looking forward to the band being back on the road with our old friends, Styx,” says Foreigner founder and guitarist Mick Jones. “Our ‘Soundtrack Of Summer’ tour ten years ago was a blockbuster, and our tour album was a Billboard chart success. It’ll be a great time had by all. As an added bonus, John Waite will accompany us on the journey, adding his No. 1 hits to a special night of Classic Rock.”

"As we continue on with our farewell tour, I have been very moved by the support and reaction of all of our fans,” adds singer Kelly Hansen. “To perform these next shows with our friends Styx and John Waite makes it even better. I am so looking forward to spending many beautiful summer nights all around the country, full of great Classic Rock, music, and great friends.”

“We’re very excited to be sharing the concert stage with Foreigner and John Waite in the summer of 2024,” raves Styx founding guitarist James “JY” Young. “We have previously toured with Foreigner and the result was both bands kicked ass and had a great time doing it. Looking forward to seeing everybody this summer!”

A Citi cardmembers presale runs from Monday, December 4 at 10 AM local time until Thursday, December 7 at 10 PM local time, with general public tickets available starting Friday, December 8 at 10 AM local time.

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Renegades & Juke Box Heroes
2024 North American tour

Jun 11 - Grand Rapids, MI @ Van Andel Arena
Jun 12 - Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center
Jun 14 - Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage
Jun 15 - Clarkston, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre
Jun 18 - Maryland Heights, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
Jun 19 - Rogers, AR @ Walmart AMP
Jun 21 - Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion
Jun 22 - Woodlands, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Jun 25 - Denver, CO @ Ball Arena
Jun 26 - West Valley City, UT @ USANA Amphitheatre
Jun 28 - Anaheim, CA @ Honda Center
Jun 29 - Concord, CA @ Toyota Pavilion at Concord
Jun 30 - Bend, OR @ Hayden Homes Amphitheater
Jul 12 - Nashville, TN @ Ascend Amphitheater
Jul 13 - Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion
Jul 15 - Charleston, SC @ Credit One Stadium
Jul 17 - Alpharetta, GA @ Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
Jul 19 - West Palm Beach, FL @ iThink Financial Amphitheatre
Jul 20 - Tampa, FL @ MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
Jul 23 - Holmdel, NJ @PNC Bank Arts Center
Jul 24 - Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live
Jul 26 - Noblesville, IN @ Ruoff Music Center
Jul 28 - Camden, NJ @ Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
Jul 30 - Saratoga Springs, NY @ Broadview Stage at SPAC
Jul 31 - Burgettstown, PA @ The Pavilion at Star Lake
Aug 02 - Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center
Aug 03 - Bangor, ME @ Maine Savings Amphitheater
Aug 04 - Gifford, NH @ BankNH Pavilion
Aug 16 - Orange Beach, AL @ The Wharf Amphitheater
Aug 17 - Huntsville, AL @ Orion Amphitheater
Aug 20 - Virginia Beach, VA @ Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater
Aug 21 - Raleigh, NC @ Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
Aug 23 - Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center
Aug 24 - Tinley Park, IL @ Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
Aug 26 - Omaha, NE @- CHI Health Center Omaha
Aug 28 - Sioux Falls, SD @ Denny Sanford Premier Center

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Foreigner announces farewell Canadian tour dates
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Foreigner announce farewell tour
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Foreigner announces farewell Canadian tour dates

Foreigner has announced dates for their farewell tour of Canada.

The series – which will feature Canadian rockers Headpins – will open in Abbotsford, BC on May 3.

"Many years ago, I wrote a song called 'Feels Like The First Time' and now we are performing one last worldwide tour,” says founder Mick Jones. “We will be presenting a show that I know will have the same enthusiasm as our very first appearances. While I'm sure our fans will have mixed feelings about the end of the road for the band, I know our shows are going to delight audiences everywhere."

"The time has come,” adds singer Kelly Hansen. “We have more or less lived our lives on the road for almost eighteen years. We have always strived to give you our best and we intend to finish this the same way. Foreigner has a brilliant and increasingly demanding catalogue of songs to sing and I refuse to give them less than they deserve. So, we're going to finish strong. I want to make it very clear how grateful and appreciative we are to our audiences all over the world who have supported this band. I'm sure there may be occasions when we'll do some special appearances, but I think the time is coming for us to live off the road. Thank you all so much!"

Foreigner will continue its long-term initiative with the Grammy Museum Foundation to support music education in Canadian schools. The band will join radio partners to create a contest for local high school choirs to win the opportunity to perform a song live on stage with Foreigner, together with a donation to their music program.

Tickets for the newly-announced 2024 Canadian shows are now on sale.

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Foreigner
Farewell tour
Canada 2024

May 03 - Abbotsford, BC @ Abbotsford Centre
May 04 - Penticton, BC @ South Okanagan Events Centre
May 06 - Dawson Creek, BC @- Ovintiv Events Centre
May 08 - Calgary, AB @ Grey Eagle Resort & Casino
May 10 - Edmonton, AB @ Rogers Place
May 11 - Saskatoon, SK @ SaskTel Centre
May 13 - Moose Jaw, SK @ Moose Jaw Events Centre
May 14 - Brandon, MB @ Westoba Place Arena
May 16 - Winnipeg, MB @ Canada Life Centre

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Foreigner announce farewell Las Vegas residency shows
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Foreigner announce farewell Las Vegas residency shows

Foreigner will bid goodbye to the Las Vegas Strip with an exclusive headlining two-part "Feels Like The Last Time Farewell Tour" residency at The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas.

The shows will be held March 6 through April 6, and October 25 through November 9, 2024.

Foreigner fan club members will have access to a pre-sale beginning Tuesday, August 29 at 10 a.m. PT. The Venetian Resort Grazie Rewards members, as well as Live Nation and Ticketmaster customers, will receive access to a pre-sale beginning Wednesday, August 30 at 10 a.m. PT. All pre-sales will end Thursday, August 31 at 10 p.m. PT.

General public tickets will go on sale Friday, September 1 at 10 a.m. PT.

Foreigner launched the farewell tour in Atlanta, GA on July 6.

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Foreigner
"Feels Like The Last Time Farewell Tour"
The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas

March 2024: 22, 23, 27, 29, 30
April 2024: 3, 5, 6
October 2024: 25, 26, 30
November 2024: 1, 2, 6, 8, 9

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Foreigner tops the hennemusic Hot 10

Foreigner tops this week’s hennemusic Hot 10.

The band has announced the first series of North American dates for their farewell tour.

Read all about it in this week’s top story!

The HH10 is a list of the most-viewed rock news stories in the past week by hennemusic readers.

For a full list of hennemusic Hot 10 charts, check out the archives here.

hennemusic Hot 10
week ending November 20, 2022

01 – Foreigner announce farewell tour
02 – Red Hot Chili Peppers nominated for Best Rock Song Grammy Award
03 – Bruce Springsteen performs Commodores classic Nightshift on The Tonight Show
04 – Journey stream Any Way You Want It from Lollapalooza live package
05 – Ghost earn Best Metal Performance Grammy nomination
06 – Bruce Springsteen performs 1970 soul classic on The Tonight Show
07 – Jimi Hendrix streams 1969 Los Angeles Forum concert release
08 – Bruce Springsteen to perform Tonight Show residency
09 – Bruce Springsteen opens Tonight Show residency with 1965 soul classic
10 – Robert Plant and Alison Krauss get two Grammy nominations for Raise The Roof

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Nov 13: Judas Priest
Nov 06: Def Leppard
Oct 30: Motley Crue
Oct 23: Tom Petty
Oct 16: KISS

Foreigner announce farewell tour

Foreigner has announced the first series of North American dates for their farewell tour.

Set to open on July 6, 2023, at Atlanta’s Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, the first leg will see the band joined by Canadian rockers Loverboy.

“Many years ago, I wrote a song called ‘Feels Like The First Time’ and today we are launching one last worldwide tour,” says founder and guitarist Mick Jones. “We will be presenting a show that I know will have the same enthusiasm as our very first appearances. The tour will start this summer in America and we hope to get to every place that we have played over the last several years. While I’m sure our fans will have mixed feelings about the end of the road for the band, I know our shows are going to delight audiences everywhere.”

Foreigner will continue its long-term initiative with the Grammy Museum Foundation to invite choirs to open the show with a live a cappella ‘Pitch Perfect’ performance of Classic Rock songs.

Foreigner will join radio partners across the country to create a contest for local choirs to win donations to their music programs. One winning choir will be selected at each show, and that choir will receive a grand prize of new musical equipment. For more details, visit Foreignerchoirs.com.

Tickets for the farewell tour will go on sale on Friday, November 18, 2022 via LiveNation.com.

Jones formed Foreigner in New York in 1976 via a series of jams that saw him connect with keyboardist Al Greenwood, multi-instrumentalist Ian McDonald, drummer Dennis Elliott, bassist Ed Gagliardi and – after an extensive search for a singer – Lou Gramm was brought in to front the band.

1977 saw the release of Foreigner’s self-titled debut, which reached No. 4 on the Billboard 200 on its way to US sales of more than 5 million copies thanks to the Top 10 hits “Feels Like The First Time” and “Cold As Ice.” A series of multi-platinum albums followed, including 1978’s “Double Vision”, 1979’s “Head Games” and 1981’s “4”, helping the group flourish with 16 Top 30 hits while going on to sell more than 80 million albums worldwide.

Gramm exited Foreigner for a solo career in 1990, but returned between 1992 and 2003 before leaving again; singer Kelly Hansen joined the lineup in 2005.

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Foreigner
Farewell tour
2023 North American leg

Jul 06 - Alpharetta, GA @ Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
Jul 08 - West Palm Beach, FL@ iThink Financial Amphitheatre
Jul 09 - Tampa, FL @ MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
Jul 11 - Nashville, TN @ Ascend Amphitheatre
Jul 14 - Rogers, AR @ Walmart AMP
Jul 18 - Kansas City, MO @ Starlight Theatre
Jul 19 - St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
Jul 21 - Indianapolis, IN @ Ruoff Music Center
Jul 22 - Tinley Park, IL @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
Jul 24 - Cleveland, OH @ Blossom Music Center
Jul 25 - Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage
Jul 28 - Darien Center, NY @ Darien Lake Amphitheater
Jul 29 - Burgettstown, PA @ The Pavilion at Star Lake
Aug 01 - Saratoga Springs, NY @ Saratoga Performing Arts Center
Aug 02 - Wantagh, NY @ Northwell Health at Jones Beach
Aug 04 - Gilford, NH @ Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion
Aug 05 - Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center
Aug 08 - Raleigh, NC @ Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
Aug 09 - Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion
Aug 11 - Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion
Aug 12 - Houston, TX @ Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Aug 14 - Austin, TX @ Moody Center
Aug 16 - Denver, CO @ Ball Arena
Aug 18 - Salt Lake City, UT @ USANA Amphitheatre
Aug 20 - Phoenix, AZ @ Ak-Chin Pavilion
Aug 21 - Irvine, CA @ FivePoint Amphitheatre
Aug 23 - Wheatland, CA @ Toyota Amphitheatre
Aug 24 - Mountain View, CA @ Shoreline Amphitheatre
Aug 30 - Detroit, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theater
Sep 01 - Uncasville, CT @ Mohegan Sun Arena
Sep 02 - Syracuse, NY @ St. Joseph's Health Amphitheater at Lakeview
Sep 03 - Holmdel, NJ @ PNC Bank Arts Center

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Foreigner announce Las Vegas residency
Foreigner expand 2021 US tour
Foreigner announce 2022 shows in Germany
Foreigner expand 2021 US tour
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Foreigner announce Las Vegas residency

Foreigner has announced dates for a spring 2023 Leas Vegas residency.

The series at The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas will see the band perform “the best of Foreigner 4 & More” on March 24, 25, 29 and 31 and April 1, 5, 7 and 8, 2023.

A Foreigner fan club presale is now underway, with Live Nation and Ticketmaster presales available starting Wednesday, October 12 at 10 a.m. PT and running until Thursday, October 13 at 10 p.m. PT.

General public tickets will go on sale Friday, October 14 at 10 a.m. PT.

Featuring the hits “Urgent”, “Juke Box Hero”, and “Waiting For A Girl Like You”, Foreigner’s 1981 album, “4”, delivered the group their first and only US chart-topper, which went on to sell more than 6 million copies in the region.

Foreigner is currently playing dates on their Greatest Hits US tour, with shows wrapping up late next month.

Pick up your copy of the “4” album at Amazon here.


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Foreigner expand 2021 US tour
Foreigner announce 2022 shows in Germany
Foreigner expand 2021 US tour
Foreigner working on new music
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Foreigner expand 2021 US tour

Foreigner have expanded the schedule for their 2021 US tour.

Set to begin in Ottumwa, IA on June 24, “The Greatest Hits of Foreigner Tour” sees the addition of more than three dozen new stops, including a short run of shows in October that will see the group joined by a full orchestra.

"We are full-on back on the road,” singer Kelly Hansen tells Billboard. “There's been so many conversations over the last year with promoters and with our agents and with management, trying to figure out what's the safe thing to do, when can we do this, how can we do that? We're finally able to say we're getting out there, we're getting on the road. That's a great thing."

On-sale ticket dates for shows on the 71-date tour vary by market, with some already available, while others are in pre-sales mode; for details, visit foreigneronline.com.

The trek will see new member, multi-instrumentalist Luis Maldonado, in the lineup following the amicable departure of Thom Gimbel earlier this year.

"We all love Thom Gimbel and respect him, and there's not an iota of any kind of bad feelings,” says Hansen. “Thom is at a point he felt like he needed to not be on the road, and I get it. Luis is an amazing musician and a really great singer. It's a really powerful, strong sound with Luis in the band now."

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The Greatest Hits of Foreigner
2021 US Tour

Jun 24 - Ottumwa, IA @ Bridge View Center
Jun 25 - Sioux Falls, SD @ Washington Pavilion
Jun 26 - Bismarck, ND @ Bismarck Civic Center
Jun 29 - Casper, WY @ Casper Events Center
Jun 30 - Billings, MT @ MetraPark Arena
Jul 02 - Welch, MN @ Treasure Island Great Lawn
Jul 04 - Fort Bragg, NC @ Pope Army Airfield **
Jul 27 - Fresno, CA @ Saroyan Theatre **
Jul 28 - Prescott Valley, AZ @ Findlay Toyota Center
Jul 30 - West Valley, UT @ Maverick Center
Jul 31 - Grand Junction, CO @ Los Colonias Park Amphitheater
Aug 01 - Rio Rancho, NM @ Rio Rancho Events Center
Aug 04 - Lubbock, TX @ Buddy Holly Hall
Aug 05 - Enid, OK @ Stride Bank Center
Aug 07 - Park City, KS @ Hartman Arena
Aug 08 - North Little Rock, AR @ Simmons Bank Arena **
Aug 10 - West Allis, WI @ Wisconsin State Fair **
Aug 11 - Cedar Rapids, IA @ McGrath Amphitheatre
Aug 13 - Arcadia, WI @ Ashley For The Arts
Aug 14 - Interlochen, MI @ Kresge Auditorium **
Aug 15 - Peoria, IL @ Civic Center Arena
Aug 17 - Kettering, OH @ Fraze Pavilion **
Aug 18 - Nashville, TN @ Ryman Auditorium **
Aug 20 - Doswell, VA @ AfterHours at Meadow Event Park
Aug 21 - Selbyville, DE @ The Freeman Stage at Bayside
Aug 23 - Syracuse, NY @ New York State Fair **
Aug 25 - Bridgeport, CT @ Hartford Healthcare Amphitheatre **
Aug 26 - Webster, MA @ Indian Ranch
Aug 27 - Cohasset, MA @ South Shore Music Circus
Aug 28 - Hyannis, MA @ Cape Cod Melody Tent
Sep 09 - Grand Forks, ND @ Alerus Center
Sep 10 - Rapid City, SD @ Rushmore Plaza Civic Center
Sep 11 - Butte, MT @ Civic Center
Sep 14 - Everett, WA @ Angel of the Winds Arena
Sep 15 - Nampa, ID @ Ford Idaho Event Center
Sep 16 - Airway Heights, WA @ Northern Quest Resort & Casino
Sep 18 - Fort Hall, ID @ Fort Hall Casino **
Sep 21 - Bend, OR @ Les Schwab Amphitheater **
Sep 22 - Kennewick, WA @ Toyota Center
Sep 26 - Reno, NV @ Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort
Sep 29 - Saratoga, CA @ Mountain Winery (orchestral) **
Oct 01 - Los Angeles, CA @ Greek Theatre (orchestral) **
Oct 02 - Santa Barbara, CA @ Santa Barbara Bowl (orchestral) **
Oct 11 - Detroit, MI @ Fox Theatre (orchestral) **
Oct 12 - Youngstown, OH @ Foundation Amphitheater (orchestral) **
Oct 13 - Grand Rapids, MI @ Van Andel Arena (orchestral) **
Oct 15 - Johnson City, TN @ Freedom Hall Civic Center **
Oct 17 - Knoxville, TN @ Civic Auditorium **
Oct 18 - Columbus, OH @ Palace Theatre **
Oct 19 - Charleston, WV @ Municipal Auditorium **
Oct 21 - Reading, PA @ Santander Performing Arts Center **
Oct 22 - Wilkes Barre, PA @ F.M. Kirby Center **
Oct 23 - Baltimore, MD @ MECU Pavilion **
Oct 25 - Providence, RI @ Performing Arts Center **
Oct 27 - Port Chester, NY @ Capitol Theatre **
Oct 28 - Hampton Beach, NH @ Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom **
Oct 29 - New Brunswick, NJ @ State Theatre **
Oct 30 - Atlantic City, NJ @ Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena **
Nov 04 - Corbin, KY @ Corbin Arena **
Nov 05 - Springfield, IL @ UIS Sangamon Auditorium **
Nov 06 - Southaven, MS @ Landers Center
Nov 08 - Savannah, GA @ John Mercer Theatre **
Nov 09 - Augusta, GA @ Bell Auditorium
Nov 10 - Greenville, SC @ Bon Secours Wellness Arena **
Nov 12 - Macon, GA @ Macon City Auditorium **
Nov 13 - Tupelo, MS @ Bancorp South Arena
Nov 14 - Brandon, MS @ Brandon Amphitheater
Nov 16 - Huntsville, AL @ Mark C. Smith Concert Hall **
Nov 17 - Birmingham, AL @ BJCC Concert Hall **
Nov 19 - Biloxi, MS @ IP Casino Resort & Spa **
Nov 20 - Pensacola, FL @ Saenger Theater **

** new date added June 2021

See also:

Foreigner announce 2022 shows in Germany
Foreigner expand 2021 US tour
Foreigner working on new music
Foreigner bassist comments on Rock Hall Of Fame snub
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Foreigner announce 2022 shows in Germany

Foreigner have announced a series of 2022 concert dates in Germany.

The two-week, seven-show run will open in Hamburg on Jun 3 before hitting Stuttgart, Wetzlar, Berlin, Halle and Munich ahead of the final stop in Bruchsal on June 16.

Tickets are now available for all dates, with details available via foreigneronline.com.

Foreigner will return to the concert stage this month for two performances at the Frontyard Festival in Orlando, FL, which will be followed by a pair of “Unplugged” shows in Clearwater, FL before the band heads to Europe for a series of shows.

The group will launch a recently-expanded US tour in late June.
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2022 European tour

Jun 03 – Hamburg, Germany @ Stadtpark Freilichtbühne
Jun 04 – Stuttgart, Germany @ SpardaWelt Freilichtbühne Killesberg
Jun 05 – Wetzlar, Germany @ Rittal Arena
Jun 08 – Berlin, Germany @ Zitadelle Spandau
Jun 10 – Halle, Germany @ Freilichtbühne Peißnitz
Jun 11 – Munich, Germany @ Olympiahalle
Jun 16 – Bruchsal, Germany @ Schlossgarten

See also:

Foreigner expand 2021 US tour
Foreigner working on new music
Foreigner bassist comments on Rock Hall Of Fame snub
Foreigner share Waiting For A Girl Like You from 2017 reunion show
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Foreigner expand 2021 US tour

Foreigner have expanded their upcoming 2021 US tour with more than a dozen new dates.

“The Greatest Hits Of Foreigner” trek will open in Ottumwa, IA on June 24, with shows running into mid-November.

“After a year in lockdown and postponed shows, Foreigner is set to return this summer!,” says the band. “Foreigner announced The Greatest Hits of Foreigner Tour today with 13 new U.S. dates!”

The expanded series now includes new shows in Arizona, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Iowa, North and South Dakota, Washington, and Idaho.

Presales for the new dates begin soon; for full details, visit foreigner.com.

Ahead of the summer and fall run, Foreigner will play two nights at the Frontyard Festival in Orlando, FL and a pair of “Unplugged” shows in Clearwater, FL in May before heading to Europe in June.
Foreigner
2021 US tour

May 19 – Orlando, FL @ Frontyard Festival
May 20 – Orlando, FL @ Frontyard Festival
May 22 – Clearwater, FL @ Ruth Eckerd Hall (Unplugged)
May 22 – Clearwater, FL @ Ruth Eckerd Hall (Unplugged)

The Greatest Hits of Foreigner

Jun 24 - Ottumwa, IA @ Bridge View Center
Jun 25 - Sioux Falls, SD @ Washington Pavillion
Jun 26 - Bismarck, ND @ Bismarck Events Center
Jun 29 - Casper, WY @ Casper Events Center
Jun 30 - Billings, MT @ Metrapark Arena
Jul O2 - Welch, MN @ Treasure Island Resort & Casino
Jul 28 - Prescott Valley, AZ @ Findlay Toyota Center **
Jul 30 - West Valley City, UT @ Maverik Center **
Jul 31 - Grand Junction, CO @ Los Colonias Park Amphitheater **
Aug 01 - Rio Rancho, NM @ Rio Rancho Events Center **
Aug 04 - Lubbock, TX @ The Buddy Holly Hall **
Aug 05 - Enid, OK @ Stride Bank Center **
Aug 07 - Park City, KS @ Hartman Arena **
Aug 11 - Cedar Rapids, IA @ McGrath Amphitheatre **
Aug 13 - Arcadia, WI @ Ashley For the Arts
Aug 15 - Peoria, IL @ Peoria Civic Center
Aug 20 - Doswell, VA @ Meadow Event Park
Aug 21 - Selbyville, DE @ The Freeman Stage at Bayside
Aug 26 - Webster, MA @ Indian Ranch Amphitheater
Aug 27 - Cohasset, MA @ South Shore Music Circus
Aug 28 - Hyannis, MA @ Cape Cod Melody Tent
Sep 09 - Grand Forks, ND @ Aleurs Center **
Sep 10 - Rapid City, SD @ Rushmore Plaza Civic Center **
Sep 11 - Butte, MT @ Butte Civic Center
Sep 14 - Everett, WA @ Angel of the Winds Arena **
Sep 15 - Nampa, ID @ Ford Idaho Center **
Sep 16 - Airway Heights, WA @ Becu Live at Northern Quest
Sep 22 - Kennewick, WA @ Toyota Center **
Sep 26 - Reno, NV @ Grand Sierra Resort
Nov 06 - Southhaven, MS @ Landers Center
Nov 09 - Augusta, GA @ Bell Auditorium
Nov 13 - Tupelo, MS @ Bancorpsouth Arena
Nov 14 - Brandon, MS @ Brandon Amphitheater

** new date added April 2021

See also:

Foreigner working on new music
Foreigner bassist comments on Rock Hall Of Fame snub
Foreigner share Waiting For A Girl Like You from 2017 reunion show
Foreigner stream Head Games from 2017 reunion show
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Foreigner working on new music

Foreigner bassist Jeff Pilson has revealed that the classic rock band are working on new music.

While the group’s most recent studio album is 2009’s “Can’t Slow Down”, the rocker explains the group’s approach to their latest round of recordings.

"I don't really see a whole album of new material coming out anytime soon," Pilson tells Kylie Olsson's YouTube show "Life In Six Strings". "But we are working on some music. So I think that what's gonna happen is whatever other things we release in the next couple of years, there will be some new songs added to it. So that's what I see kind of happening. 'Cause we're working on a few that are not that far away. So I would say expect a package deal to have a couple of new songs on it."

The bassist confirms that the writing sessions include a mix of songs written by band founder and guitarist Mick Jones through the years.

"A couple of them were actually written by Mick, like, 20-some years ago; there's stuff that he had,” adds Pilson. “So what we're doing is we're just kind of working it out and arranging it with Mick.

“Like one of them right now, we've kind of worked on a beginning bed of it, and then Kelly [Hansen]’s gonna sing it. Another one, we've tried a few different treatments; we haven't really settled on that. There's another couple that are kind of in the same state — they're written; we just haven't decided exactly where to go. One of them needs a bridge, and things like that."

Foreigner have reportedly sold more than 80 million records worldwide since the 1977 release of their self-titled debut album; the band are currently scheduled to headline the Frontyard Festival in Orlando, FL in May.
See also:

Foreigner bassist comments on Rock Hall Of Fame snub
Foreigner share Waiting For A Girl Like You from 2017 reunion show
Foreigner stream Head Games from 2017 reunion show
Foreigner share Cold As Ice from 2017 reunion concert
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