Founded and led by British musician Mick Jones, Foreigner is a British-American rock band formed in 1976 in NYC, U.S. They have collectively sold over a stunning 80 million records worldwide.

Fifty percent British and fifty percent American, the original lineup was comprised of Mick Jones, Ian McDonald, drummer Dennis Elliot, singer Lou Gramm, keyboardist Al Greenwood and bassist Ed Gagliardi. They called themselves Trigger but changed to Foreigner because the musical alias Trigger was already taken by another group. The band was picked up by John Kalodner at Atlantic Records and after a year of recording and remixing the debut album, “Foreigner� was released in March 1977. The album is punctuated by classic Foreigner singles like “Feels Like the Very First Time,� “Cold as Ice,� and “Long, Long Way from Home.�

Propelled by the success of their first album, Foreigner’s sophomore album “Double Vision� followed in 1978 to rave reviews. Singles like “Waiting For a Girl Like You,� “Hot Blooded,� and “Juke Box Hero� received significant airplay. Foreigner’s timeless hits are the perfect additions to soundtracks in the film industry. Songs have been featured in Hollywood box office hits like “Anchorman 2,� “Magic Mike,� and “Pitch Perfect.� The single “Dirty White Boy� (from their third album “Head Games� in 1979) was introduced to modern audiences in the video game “Grand Theft Auto V.� The film industry and video game industry have helped Foreigner’s music stay relevant and have boosted sales via internet downloads.

On 13 June 2013 Mick Jones and Lou Gramm were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Mick Jones admits his vision for the band was to “combine Blues and R&B and make it sound soulful and authentic.� He cites influences from English music as well as American country music as inspiration for Foreigner’s unique sound. Foreigner has toured with rock bands like Journey and Styx.

Live reviews

Foreigner, Europe and FM. This was quite simply a stunning concert. Three fantastic groups featuring three amazing vocalists with voices that you'd happily trade a major bodily organ for, whether it be for rocking the house or simply for serenading the knickers off of that special lady in your life! First up was FM. Now it turns out that I've seen FM before as support for Thin Lizzy back in 2011 and although I don't remember it well, I do remember being impressed despite never having heard of them. Nowadays, I know them due to their hit 'Crosstown Train', which received well deserved and extensive plays on Planet Rock. FM are a band with a extensive catalogue of truly great rock songs. They've been going 30 odd years apparently, who knew? Vocalist Steve Overland is a very impressive front man with a superb voice and I will definitely be looking at lot closer at their back catalogue. Next up was Europe. Everybody but everybody, knows 'The Final Countdown'. Now I admit I've always thought of it and indeed Europe as trashy and throwaway euro pop, but put it on and there's not many who wouldn't know it and whether they admit to liking it or not, they normally sing along because poppy or not, it's a great song which I've grown pretty fond of! That said, when Joey Tempest and the boys want to get heavy, they get as heavy as you want. 'The Last Look At Eden' album was a superb showcase of just how good a group they can be and certainly turned me round in my thinking. Add to that the fact that Joey Tempest probably (if I'm honest, despite my love of Foreigner) stole the show! He gave an electric performance and absolutely had the audience in the palm of his hand. At one point, he recalled a boat trip from Sweden to Hammersmith as a 16 year old to see Thin Lizzy and inserted a few lines of 'The Cowboy Song' into the track 'Superstitious'. That was me won over straight away! Unfortunately, it was a short set and although we got to hear classics like 'Rock The Night and the banging 'No Stone Unturned', I was disappointed not to hear the truly excellent 'Catch That Plane' and 'Not Supposed To Sing The Blues'. They closed up with 'The Final Countdown' and the place went absolutely mental! I would happily go to see them as a headliner. Finally came Foreigner who opened up with 'Double Vision'. Strangely, there was no sign of founder member and lead guitarist Mick Jones but it transpires that he'd been unable to play on some of the other tour dates due to ill health. The band played three more songs being 'Head Games','Cold As Ice' and 'Waiting For A Girl Like You' before the appearance of Jones. The rest was almost shared by the whole audience who without much coaxing were happy to sing along word for word with the band and who were obviously having a great time. Kelly Hanson is, like his predecessor Lou Gramm, a great vocalist and fits perfectly into the role of Foreigners lead vocalist as he sounds so much like Gramm. Hanson also said they'd been touring and the one country he mentioned was Israel which I was delighted to hear. They entertained the rockers like me with songs like 'Urgent' and 'Cold as Ice' whilst catering also to the couples and ladies with their trademark ballads like 'Waiting For A Girl Like You' and the soulful 'I Wanna Know What Love Is' which they performed beautifully along with a school choir. If you've never seen Foreigner, big mistake because they are a superb band with something for just about everyone!

No band fills an arena quite like Foreigner. Foreigner’s distinctive blend of classic rock, pop, progressive and blues is enthralling. The band’s energy, exuberance and flair for performance create the perfect atmosphere for a night of wild dancing, singing and general excitement. Even hip young cynics cannot escape their infectious oomph.

Foreigner’s April 2014 performance at Manchester Apollo was no exception. Despite numerous line-up changes over the years, the band continues to bond seamlessly on stage. As current front man and ex-Hurricane singer, Kelly Hanson, hugged Tom Gimbel while belting lyrics into his microphone, it looked as though they’ve never been apart. And it was this show of affection that allowed Hanson to expertly generate audience participation. An arena full of people clapping along to ‘Juke Box Hero’ was a powerful sight (and sound) to behold.

But Foreigner are no one-trick pony. When the time came for ‘Waiting for a Girl Like You’ Hanson and keyboardist, Michael Bluestein, were able to mesmerise the audience into almost silence. The aura of romantic reflection was almost tangible. And even I, a notorious PDA-phobe, was secretly heart-warmed to spy couples here and there stealing a romantic moment. And anyway, Hanson and Bluestein soon enough burst into an impressive power ballad alongside the rest of the band and an impressive show of lights.

Foreigner’s Apollo performance coincided with impressive download records. By June the band had gained no less than six RIAA gold and platinum certifications. The rockers certainly proved that digital popularity and live success really can go hand in hand.

Congratulations on 40 years of Foreigner. In concert, this band's musicianship is superb! Kelly Hansen sounds on pitch all the time - as does the rest of the band. The energy is positive, the band members all get showcased, and finally - FINALLY - Mick Jones comes out! I didn't know that he wouldn't appear until later and so I worried that he wasn't going to show at all. Maybe there was press about this and I missed it? No matter. I loved all the guitars - and the multiple keyboards and the sax player. Lots in the mix there. And it's great to see band members enjoying themselves - the waterworks via the drummer were really fun. But Kelly - darling, give a shout out to those die hard Foreigners fans who are of Mick's generation and still rocking - I am one - and as a horseback rider I could kick the ass of quite a few of the younger generation(s). But why would I? I rather sing along and dance. I am an artist, and. I love love love the high school choirs that participate. That keeps the spirit of the arts alive. So, gentlemen, thank you. And again. Keep up the great work; I hope to see you with Cheap Trick this summer!

Foreigner put on the best show we've seen in a long time! They were awesome. The sound and lighting were exceptionally well done. The guys performed with the stamina of twenty year olds. My only complaint is that we spent a great deal of money to get second row seating with VIP passes, and within 20 minutes about 100 people from MANY rows back had rushed the stage and effectively blocked our view and pretty much ruined our experience as far as being able to enjoy being close to the stage. If we had known the venue would allow this to happen, we would have just bought cheap tickets and then rushed the stage with everyone else. Very disappointed with Harrah's Cherokee Casino Event Center. This should have never been allowed. Would I see Foreigner again? Hell yes! Would I spend lots of money to be front and center? Not on your life. I still managed to snag about three guitar picks. after the crowd in front couldn't catch them all.

I did not know what to expect with Kelly Hansen singing since the last time I saw Foreigner was back in the Lou Gramm days. I have to tell you, I was blown away. He absolutely nailed it on every level. Of all the bands out there that have adopted new lead singers during the current resurgence of 80's music, he is far and away the best. You really cannot tell the difference vocally between him and Gramm.

He was high energy and great with the crowd and the rest of the band fed off it and was as solid as ever. I saw them this time around opening up for Kid Rock, who was cool enough to pretty much give them the time that many headlining bands command. Kelly even sang Jukebox Hero from a raised platform in the middle of the crowd.

Great show, I highly recommend. Kelly's experience as front man of Hurricane really show's through and Mick Jones will always be the man.

Fantastic. Couldn't be more pleased with the singer, the band sounded great. Mick Jones, voice still sounds great as well. Did all the best songs. Love that they had a local choir come and sing the chorus on 'I want to know where love is' during the encore. The place was packed, Lakeview Ampitheater. felt bad that a bunch of ppl. we included, left as the encore started, hoping to beat the crowd and get home before midnight. They really need to do something about that so the bands don't think it's because of them. I would have loved to stay but would have been in line for 2 hours waiting to get out. Great show. I want to see them again, Maybe. Saratoga? Or Darien?

Despite Foreigner's age, line-up changes, and having just gotten over a 15 year hiatus, they still rocked. Plenty of energy, and one member of the band was a former founder of Dokken! They played a few new songs, which were surprisingly good, and I was surprised by how many of the other songs I recognized. Their set included all their best hits, "Double Vision", "Cold as Ice", "Feels Like the First Time", and they closed with "Jukebox Hero" in the encore. Also, their light show was one of the better ones I've seen, as it made use of an extensive series of color-changing poles - one of the more unique set-ups around.

Foreigner was incredible, they opened and finished strong. They sounded amazing and never missed a beat all night. The whole band seemed really engaged in putting on a great show and giving the crowd their money's worth. Foreigner did a great show at Darien Lake that was high energy. A few people near me claimed not to be Foreigner fans but by the end of the the show they too had gotten out of their chairs and was singing along. Great show and I would see them again and recommend them to rock fans of all ages.

Foreigner rocked! Sometimes the bands from back in the day lose their sound, voices change. That was NOT the case with Foreigner at all. The vocals sound as good as ever. And the band is filled with musicians who can really play. Hit after hit, memory after memory-they were awesome. I was reminded how really good their music is. Their songs stand the test of time.

The venue was breathtaking! The band was every bit as good as I could have ever imagined. Kelly Hansen has the touch to carry Foreigner on forever. Lou Gramm was great too but Kelly is the new welcomed Voice for Foreigner! He was amazing last night! Simply flawless! On a scale of 1-10, ten being awesome, last night performance infinity!

Foreigner can still rock! Ordinarily when a group loses their lead singer it's no longer the same. Kelley Hanson isn't Lou Gramm but his performance and vocals were great! Muck Jones can still jam on the guitar. Even my 12 year old daughter had a blast!

BILL ORTIZ N PAMELA SANCHEZ

IT WAS DEFINITELY AN AWESOME CONCERT GREAT MUSIC AND THE BAND WAS WELL WORTH SEEING AT THE ROUTE 66 CASINO N I HIGHLY RECOMMEND ANYONE WHO LOVES CLASSIC ROCK BANDS TO SEE FOREIGNERS CONCERT SIMPLY ONE OF THE VERY BEST

Awesome concert - Better than last year! The music was great and the song selection was right on! The additional part allowing the fans to pick a song from the past was too cool. You guys keep coming back to the Hard Rock Live Biloxi!

These guys always put on a professional show. One of the best live concerts to go to especially if you like good ole rock n roll. Their music catalog is chock full of hits. one after another. Definately a must see show!

Great Foreigner music. Awesome performance by the current members. For some reason Mick Jones wasn't present and no excuses were given, they just kept you wondering if Mick was gonna come out.

Absolutely amazing, second time I've seen them in 2 years,they sound fantastic, would advise any foreigner fans that haven't seen them to go and see them. Can't wait for the next time.

Awesome concert. This is the 3rd time I've seen foreigner and I love them. They keep getting better than before. The saxophonist was perfect. Kelly even sounds better than Lou Gramm.

such a great show in a particular place (Folies Bergères)

it's been an amazing time we spent

now we all know what luv is

thanks guys for your energy

Don't miss this show, every song was a hit, and they sound the same as in they did back in 1977, great show from beginning to end. Foreigner rocked on this 40th year tour.

Wonderful Concert! When I listened again I want to know what love is, iI was a magic moment! In addition, all the songs were fantastic! My youth friends were present!