Mr. Gramm has always been a class act and certainly one of the top male vocalists of our time. As legendary as he is, I’ve never once seen or heard of him being arrogant, deceitful, etc. Just a true standup person
I've been a foreigner fan all my life. Lou Graham's voice is is pure perfection. The new singer they have now is trying so hard to sound like Lou but he can't and no one can. Lou Gramm Is Foreigner and always will be. Thank you Lou for your amazing voice and all those great songs. No one will ever come close to your awesome vocals. God bless you sir
Some of us were never lucky enough to see Foreigner in person. I got to spend a fantastic night enjoying well played Foreigner hits with other people who at least know the songs, if not other real fans. And I got to see Mick play. No illusions. It was a one-off for me. Kelly, and the others in the new band, obviously did their homework and learned all of the songs from the records. I appreciate that. But no, it's not Foreigner anymore. And I will never get the chance to see Lou in all his glory with them. Sometimes we just have to take what we get and be grateful that we even got that. We still have Lou's voice immortalized on vinyl, etc. I am VERY grateful for that! ❤
I've never seen the band live with Kelly but I've listened to them and like Lou says Kelly is a competent singer but those are Lou's songs that he is singing. I'm so glad that I'm old enough to have seen the original band in 1978 and 3 times afterwards all with Lou at the mic!
I've seen them.I think the only original member was Mick. Kelly's got a great voice.His 80's hair band never made it big.Bonam was on drums and Jeff pilson on bass.
D!!!!! I am so excited about this and so very proud of you for getting this interview. Hearing Lou call the band “New Foreigner “ was eye opening! But he’s right, the audience loves to hear the songs regardless of who is singing them! Lou is touring????? I’ll be there!!!!! Can’t wait to hear more D! This is awesome! 💯
The huge difference is not only was Lou Gramm a great singer but his input in writing songs with Foreigner is obviously missing, whatever magical collaboration Jones, Gramm and the original band had in writing great songs is long long gone, Hanson may be able to slightly replicate the singing but it’s really nothing more than a tribute band who couldn’t write a hit on their own and are just living off the past
You made Lou smile with the comment "Foreigner should retire", that made me so happy! Lou will not speak a lot of dirt although he will speak the truth, but the way you said it totally resonated with him and he just lit up
Also thank to sleeve Saturday for doing this interview with Lou and bringing this into the light. Lou gram is my all-time favorite vocalist and and I agree with you 100%. There is no Foreigner without Lou gram
Ive always said and will continue to say it, Lou Gramm is Foreigner, When I hear Foreigner on the radio or listen to them in general I get real nostalgic especially anything from Head Games that was released in 1979, My all time favorite album from them.
@@SleeveSaturday I recieved Head Games for Christmas in '79 and completely wore it out, I never could understand how that album got the criticism it did because it had some great tracks, Head Games, Love on the telephone, Do what you like, Rev on the red line, It completely rocked, And then when they followed it up with "4" in '81 that album was magnificent! Don't get me wrong Foreigners debut album and Double Vision were great but Head Games will always be my favorite.
I totally agree Lou Gramm will always be the face of Foreigner. The band today is so disappointing. People today don't know what they are missing not hearing the original band
Agreed Lou was amazing in his day. Now we all know what old bands sound like after 30+ years, just listen to JBJ or Dokken and then tell me if you will enjoy a concert with the old ensemble.. Kelly does an amazing job, call it cover, call it what you want, I'd rather hear a great flawless interpretation instead of hearing the crowd filling the gaps. Kelly revitilized the band, the new arrangements are engaging and the energy is undeniable.
So awesome that you got to interview the great Lou Gramm! 👍👍👍 That was a tough question for him! If there are no original members, it’s getting a bit ridiculous in my opinion, to be honest with you. It’s fun to go see tribute bands, but something feels off in this case, to me. Can’t wait for the whole interview and I’m so happy you’re the host! -Bernard
There will never be another Lou Gramm, his voice was oh my God gave me chills. As a true blue " Foreigner" fan, I can tell you I loved every song Lou ever did, never hit the skip button or fast forward on his OG Foreigner! I cannot say the same with the latest. I must add, I did like the Johnny guy that filled in temporarily for Lou
Johnny Edwards was Lous first replacement when Lou went officially solo in 1990. Edwards was then chosen over Mark Free (King Kobra) and yep, the current guy Kelly Hansen who was in HURRICANE. Even Billy Joel told Mick Jones he liked Johnny and did not "dig" the other two after Mick played to Billy their demos.
@@waltersimmons946 man I was trying to remember his name...I was a crushing a tad on him..I'll fight for you was awesome and its always on my playlists!
@shelbywilkerson235 Lol 😆 yeah . I still play the Unusual Heat CD every night myself. Edwards has a band (since 2015) called BLEU PHONQUE *pronounced blue funk*. The live performances of him with his band are on RUclips and he had a band after he left Foreigner called ROYAL JELLY (1994) The album is by the bands name . The song 🎵 that was released is called "CEILING" . Edwards actually retired from music 🎶 from 1995 to 2015. He came out with his current band after his two daughters finished college and were out on their own. Bleu phonque released a CD in 2018 but they will remain a local band in Kentucky where Edwards is from. So he didn't give up. He does Foreigner songs 🎵 at events in Kentucky because people do ask for him so he's not forgotten about as it seems.
@@waltersimmons946 wow! Thanks I will have to check those bands out. Personally, if Lou was gonna be gone I'd rather it been Johnny. Not to insult the Kelly guy but that signature lead really impacts you!
@shelbywilkerson235 Johnny was asked by an interview (podcast) about being re-called. He said he felt they (Foreigner after he was out) were trying to bury that chapter of his tenure in the band. For years, Johnny's name was actually barely mentioned on Foreigners' website or anywhere. By bringing Hansen in by 2005. They had no choice but to come clean that this was not the first time Lous was replaced. Also let me tell you this. Lou left in 2003 because of Micks ALCOHOLISM 🍸 and revived disagreements. Lous parents died that year 7 months apart. Edwards was in Foreigner for two years 1990-1992 and made one album "Unusual Heat " Lowdown and Dirty was a minor hit charting at #4. Hansen has been in Foreigner for 18 yrs. He only made one album 2009s CANT SLOW DOWN. It seems other than singing Gramms songs 🎵 that Hansen really did NO more for the band than Edwards. Yep, Foreigners got TRIBUTE BAND stamped all over it.
Mate, massive congratulations on landing this interview. If anyone deserves it, it's you. Very cool asking a difficult question to Lou as well, not everyone would ask something like that
I grew up with real Foriegner. But I also did go see the new Foriegner and got to meet the band. After a few songs in of course the realization was there that they will not ever be Foriegner as I knew them. Lou Gramm can never be replaced. But I kind of have to give kudos to Jones for coming up with a great money making scheme. The other players were high vibe and running about the stage. And I can't blame Hansen for not turning down the gig. It would be impossible to ever replicate the original Foriegner. (Which I never had the pleasure of seeing live) . But hey, if people are buying tickets and coming to watch, in this day and age, who can blame them for trying. I think Hansen is a class act guy and does his best. But at the end of the day Lou Gramm can never be replaced.
The attraction is “The Music”. Young folks like the music and don’t care that it’s not the “original “ members. I saw the original Foreigner back in 1980. Phenomenal band, great show! I’ve seen the “new” Foreigner and they sound fantastic as well. Kelly Hansen does a fantastic job and nails the vocals that sadly, Lou can’t hit anymore. All the respect in the world to Lou Gramm. In his prime, his voice was angelical.🙏🏻
Attraction??? The problem is "Young" people do not realize that the real magic and real talent is CREATING all that music in the first place. And, as a singer, I can tell you that there is a big difference in the heart and soul that comes from a vocal. All the new singer is doing is copying notes of a song. Not even close to the original heart, soul, and feel from Lou Gramm.. hes a good singer, but just not the real deal
And here lies the problem. Obviously your entitled to that opinion but sadly it's about loyalty and keeping the original alive. It's about sharing that music with our youth so they can hear how incredible the original band was. What's next a new incarnation the of the Stones, or Aerosmith, hell why don't we just copy all the old bands because our youth needs something new to listen to...give me a break. I'm happy you experienced the original Foreigner, as did I, but throwing new people on stage and calling themselves Foreigner is a joke. When a band is done and finished, that should be it. Why don't you find some guys and make a new Queen while your at it....Smh.
@@SleeveSaturday - If I may add, you are completely spot on and they are nothing but a Tribute Band - "The Foreigner Tribute Band is on "Fox and Friends" performing as we chat! Cheers
I saw the original lineup for their Double Vision tour. Fantastic show and Lou’s voice was in top form! I’d never attend this “tribute band” in its current form. Lou Gramm “is Foreigner”!
I've seen Foreigner with Mick Jones as the only original member. Saw them as part of the 4 tour. And saw them as part of the Double Vision tour with all 6 of the original members. That DV show was so awesome!!!
I cannot bear to see Kelly Hansen a man in his mid 50's jump around in tight clothing and prance like a rock star when he has not had a hit in his life. I can't watch the new Foreigner. I saw Lou and Foreigner in 1977 on their first tour and I was mesmerized. It was a religious experience. I saw musicians like Ed Gagliardi on bass and Al Greenwood on keyboards and Ian McDonald who played multiple instruments from guitar to keyboard to flute to sax all well. And Lou was stunning in his vocals and Mick Jones was a solid guitarist. The show I saw in October 1977 was something I'll never forget and the clinic Ian McDonald put on playing all those instruments was something I'd never seen in a concert in all my life. I was in the balcony of the theater right above Ian McDonald and saw him pick up and play one instrument after another all brilliantly. That show in October of 1977 was so impactful to me that the current band is a farce and I will not go to see them. Lou is Foreigner.
Mid 50s ? Uncle Elmer Kelly Hansen is 61 yrs old . The mainstream radio back in the day stopped playing these "corporate " bands albums and singles once the band members turn 40 yrs old. Notice Hansen has not one hit of his own ? He joined in 2005 at 44 yrs old. Yep he started out old.
U sound ridiculous. Stop kissing Lou ass so hard. How hating to see Kelly perform because he's 63, but think Lou if fuckin magical at 74?? Kelly is not Lou, he gets out there to do the job he was hired to do & he does it at a high level. It's hard singing those songs day in & out. And he does it. On the other hand Lou was phenomenal in his time. Lou can't even sing those songs in the standard key anymore because his voice won't let him. He still singing & is sounding ok. But his band has to tune down a whole key & he has to sing in a lower key because he can't do it anymore. So stop acting like Kelly stole money outta your house & understand that the show must go on, people have to keep workin & paying bills. And appreciate Foreigner, the Kelly Hanson era. Because he's no slouch
Ah this is a very touchy subject. Now let me begin by saying I am a dinosaur closing in on 60. I had the good fortune of seeing the original Foreigner in the early eighties,(amazing) great pop rock tunes with Lou's unmistakeable vocals. I've also seen the "Kelly" version 2015 or 16. Now my observation when they came out was dam they sound great....including Kelly who like it or not nails Lou in his prime,(just being honest). I also noticed as you did that there was not an original member,(they trotted out Grampa for a few songs). I leaned over to my wife and said that is a "tribute" act......a good one but by definition a tribute act. I have nothing at all against tribute acts,(I've worked in a few). They introduce those amazing songs to a whole new generation and affirm what we already know.......this music has staying power far beyond it's original demographic. This speaks to all the top tier tribute acts. My daughter is a huge Brit Floyd fan who only recently got to see Roger Waters. Sadly all of those guys are leaving us but their songs will remain. In that respect I do believe tribute acts perform a vital service.........however,(there's always a but) trotting out an act with no original members and calling it by it's "franchise" name is pretty close to fraud. Just my humble opinion.
Nailed it. I've enjoyed many cover and tribute bands. But I simply don't think it's right for them to charge as much as the classic lineup would. Imo, the current band she be called "Mick Jones' Foreigner" and charge like a top cover band.
The only thing you missed is that Kelly's version of the songs (1) The keys are lowered a step or two (2) The tempos "live" of the Hansen version of each song are slower . (3) All clearly indicating the "NEW FOREIGNER" are much older than the "ORIGINAL FOREIGNER" who wrote/performed the songs in their PRIME !! In business its called JND aka JUST NOTICEABLE DIFFERENCE. 😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮
@@blahblahblah6You may not know but the "CURRENT FOREIGNER" for years has been paid TWICE the amount of money over than the ORIGINAL LINEUP to perform songs they DID NOT create.
@@waltersimmons946 don’t get me wrong. I think Kelly’s version was exceptional, but it wasn’t the original. I love well put together tribute acts that don’t claim to be the original act. That’s my only beef here I think it’s great that there are versions that are still performing this great music live it’s necessary, just don’t serve me sirloin and Collett filet mignon lol!
I introduced my grandson to Foreigner, the REAL Foreigner, thru my old albums. He is 14 and loves them. When he heard they were coming to a town close by he, of course, wanted to go. He was soooo disappointed when I told him that the band that was pretending to be Foreigner now is just like you said, a "tribute" band. Lou Gramm was, is and always will be the heart and soul of Foreigner. I'm not sure anyone who goes and sees this tribute band were ever really fans of Foreigner. If they were they'd know better.
Dude!! You failed to mention this interview! So cool and I bet you were on the verge of wetting your pants! Lou is a living legend who can never truly be replaced. That said, I'm actually "ok" with the current incarnation IF, and it's a BIG if, Mick is on stage with them. Without him, it is not Foreigner. I saw them years back without Mick when he was ill and Joel Hoekstra filled in, while playing double duty with Night Ranger the same night. Joel was great, but as you say, they were a tribute act at that show. If Mick is too frail to contribute 100% of the time, it is indeed time to give it up and live off those royalties!
The nail was hit on the head. This is more or less a tribute band now. And i don't mean to take away from them, they're really good, including Kelly, but growing up with the original Foreigner being part of the soundtrack of my late teens/early 20's, I doubt i'd go see the current line-up if they came to my town...it just wouldn't be the same. I did get to see Lou and the original Foreigner back in '85...it was a sold out show (pun intended)...fantastic show!
I would advance the theory that fans know what they're paying for and make their own decisions. If the original lineup can no longer go and this is how their music is kept alive and fans are okay with it, let it be. It works for some groups, not for others. This particular lineup is incredibly talented and put on a great show. Have seen them upstage a number of headline bands that do have their original members (are you reading this Neal Schon?)
Lou is right. I saw the Chicago with Kelly and I liked it . He couldn't hit the notes like Lou and it was disappointing although it was Foreigner. My number 1 band. I heard double vision at a friend's house when I was 12.that was that.music has shaped me and Lou specifically has inspired me and I've sung onstage plenty. I love it and can't do any justice buy I love them. Rock on Lou Gramm. I will love you til I die dude. You ,you were Foreigner to me ok. I mean he had some licks but man the way you sing those high notes is the most rock thing in this world
Lou and Kelly are both superb vocalists. Foreigner is: 1. All those great songs delivered by a 2. superb vocalist with a 3. fantastic band playing those 4. classic arrangements that the fans expect and enjoy.
So True and Lou makes a good point that never dawned on me. Maybe it is a newer crowd of people who just don't really care if there are any original members. that very well may be the answer
At least you got Mick. I "saw" Foreigner in concert 20 years ago and not one original member was on stage. They were a good cover band. That's about it.
people are showing up at their shows just for the music(and other acts) ...it does suck that no original members are in the band but unfortunately this has become the norm with aging rock stars .the good thing is it probably wont last long anyway...
Standing with the Great Lou Grammatica on this one!!! Totally agree!! The new Foreigner is a tribute band with a Mick Jones blessing. Sad they continue to try and tour.
Lou gramm is on a new song from the band lips turn blue the song is called a little on the inside sounds like a forginer song check it out give this guy his credit go louuuuuuuuuuuuuuu
My 70yo boyfriend took me to see Foreigner a month ago and I thought they were fantastic, probably the best concert I have ever attended, I remembered all the songs from my teenage years, I am 62yo. I never knew the band members, just the songs and never knew it was a whole new crew and my boyfriend who is an avid fan never mentioned the fact that it's a whole new member band, so perhaps they should be called Foreigner 2, because it was a sold out crowd and everyone stood and danced throughout the entire concert. It was a blast!!! Sometimes we have to move on in life, be grateful for the old and embrace the new, Foreigner 2!!!
Kelly Hansen should take a new name..så slipper vi höra på detta Ledsamma och tråkiga.Kelly Hansen skulle tjäna på det..Så slipper vi veta vem som är vem...Så tragiskt att man tar andras samma namn.. Lou borde ta patent på sitt Band Marie Sweden..Go for that Lou Gramm ❤should be stronger.Jag håller intervjuan här,Foreigner and Lou Gramm is them..och också 1900 tatets sekels Bästa Band.❤Tack för mig Marie vid Arlanda Airport .. S
This is true. I am on old time Foreigner fan. Grew up on it in the 70's and 80's. I refuse to go see a cover band singing Foreigner songs. I know a few younger people in my family who are going to see them this summer. They grew up in the late 90's and 2000's. They have no idea who they are seeing, who the original members are, no clue. Lou Gramm IS AND WAS Foreigner!
I absolutely honor the original Foreigner; I know this is not the real band, but know that we love the songs and still enjoy hearing them performed live; the songs bring us back to a better time in our lives and we are not ready to let go; yes, a tribute band, but a tribute to what we love ❤
Since the last album Lou sang on, which was back in 1994, the Kelly Hansen fronted line-up have only recorded one studio album. It's obvious that they have always been basically a tribute band since.
@@danielfair4675 If Lou had stayed in the band I'm pretty sure they would have come up with a few more albums since millions of Foreigner fans loved the songwriting partnership between Mick and Lou. Mick Jones knows that since Lou left it was all gonna be about the past hits.
Kelly, Mick, and Thomm re-recorded all of the greatest hits as well. The one disc of new material was decent, and had a couple good tunes they sang in concert.
Så typiskt..så tråkigt..Att Musik Världen inte förstår...Att vilka Skall in där...Hur står det till....Marie med Sweden. Centurys Best Band....Have them forgotten !!! FOREIGNER Number One 1 ❤
I agree, I almost went to this concert as it looked real good on RUclips but now in retrospective spending this kind of money for a copy-cat is not worth it, I saw you guys in Thousand Oaks area near LA in 2006 , it was a small venue, dinner could be consumed or only watch and you guys rocked the stage, you all signed my CD, it was magic, I want to remember it like that.
It comes down to one word: caliber. Lou is of a different caliber than Kelly. Kelly is great, no question, but Lou is icon status, with such skill and vocal ability. In his heyday very few were at his level. Still hoping for maybe one day he might consider teaching voice.
I saw this version Of Foreigner twice pre Covid in Toronto and enjoyed it but cost way to much. This is a tribute band and Kelly is great but this is a $75 tix band at best!
All hail the REAL Foreigner who i was lucky enough to see on the Wonderful Head Games tour in 1979 when i was 14 , Unfucking believable and amazing !!!!
Lou. You break my heart. I grew up with Foreigner in my teens. It seems you were taken for a horrible ride by a band mate "" that loved money over friendship. Let him rot in hell!!! Your debut LP was and will always be GOLD. The band Foreigner would have never have made it without you!!! My God what a voice!!! Can`t say how many times I blared Foreigner on my stereo in my 1978 Pontiac Bandit Trans Am. I can not say how much the early years of FOREIGNER have influenced me in my life to this day. Hey, Long Live True Rock N Roll !!! I keep you close to my heart & I wish you the best. You are one of a kind!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
“Foreigner” 😂 just came to my town and I got excited was planning on attending did some research and Lou Gramm no longer plays with band, so did not go. I didn’t know or care if the original band members were still playing cause I was only going to hear Lou 😏
I saw a video of Lou singing at a fair ground its a few years old but he sound great. When he said he dont understand the attraction to the new Foreinger he's right I dont see it either
To be fair, Kelly is a very good singer, does a solid job singing the songs, and yes, the band is essentially a tribute band. But, having said that, let's be clear -- Lou Gramm is what made Foreigner what it was. Those songs were made great due to his voice. Plain and simple. In the 80s Lou was one of the best rock singers and will be remembered as such. Incredible that Mick Jones F'd him over as he did.
Some members can't be replaced. Once you do it's not worth it. When all members are replaced then it's completely pointless. Weirdly, the only band that was able to replace its iconic singer was Journey. Arnel does an amazing job in place of Steve. But Lou's voice is hard to replace. There's a rawness and grit too it with a lot of power.
Insane… the commercial before this vid was a McDonald’s burger commercial with the song `I wanna know what love is` … If that is a coinsidence, its a good one !! 😂🤘🏼 But love Lou and he is the only voice for Foreigner in my opinion too…
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It's Not Foreigner if Lou's not there, Lou Is Foreigner
Well said
One of the greatest voices of all time
Lou is
Foreigner his voice makes the band great what a beautiful voice.
I totally agree, Foreigner is not Foreigner without Lou Gramm✌️❤️
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Mr. Gramm has always been a class act and certainly one of the top male vocalists of our time. As legendary as he is, I’ve never once seen or heard of him being arrogant, deceitful, etc. Just a true standup person
Nobody comes close to lou Gramm's voice, Nobody!❤
Lou’s explanation is bang on. The crowd has no clue what or who they’re watching.
Completely 💯 agree Lou is Foreigner
Nice one Robert! 💯👍
Foreigner is NOT Foreigner without Lou Gramm
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Lou Gramm, the greatest voice of rock. Pure magic..tone and feel unmatched!!
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I agree no one like him ever!
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Nah Steve Perry rules
@@Mr19842006 perry was better but hes defo top 5
One of the GOAT. The man is a legend.
Well said! 💯
The orginal Foreigner with Lou Gramm is legend!! Lou is the best!! Today's Foreigner can not measure up and never will!!
Foreigner was a staple diet of music to anyone growing up in the 70' and 80'
I've been a foreigner fan all my life. Lou Graham's voice is is pure perfection. The new singer they have now is trying so hard to sound like Lou but he can't and no one can. Lou Gramm Is Foreigner and always will be. Thank you Lou for your amazing voice and all those great songs. No one will ever come close to your awesome vocals. God bless you sir
Well said my friend 👍💯
I grew Up in the 60's, 70's & 80's but Lou Gramm Alone Was FOREIGNER!!! Also Loved Lou's Solo Stuff
Well said David!
Some of us were never lucky enough to see Foreigner in person. I got to spend a fantastic night enjoying well played Foreigner hits with other people who at least know the songs, if not other real fans. And I got to see Mick play. No illusions. It was a one-off for me. Kelly, and the others in the new band, obviously did their homework and learned all of the songs from the records. I appreciate that. But no, it's not Foreigner anymore. And I will never get the chance to see Lou in all his glory with them. Sometimes we just have to take what we get and be grateful that we even got that. We still have Lou's voice immortalized on vinyl, etc. I am VERY grateful for that! ❤
I've never seen the band live with Kelly but I've listened to them and like Lou says Kelly is a competent singer but those are Lou's songs that he is singing. I'm so glad that I'm old enough to have seen the original band in 1978 and 3 times afterwards all with Lou at the mic!
I’m so jealous Tommy! I would love to have seen that 78 gig 💙💙
I've seen them.I think the only original member was Mick.
Kelly's got a great voice.His 80's hair band never made it big.Bonam was on drums and Jeff pilson on bass.
@@jeffhodge7272 that’s not Foreigner
@@SleeveSaturday Don't be a lame ass.
D!!!!! I am so excited about this and so very proud of you for getting this interview. Hearing Lou call the band “New Foreigner “ was eye opening! But he’s right, the audience loves to hear the songs regardless of who is singing them! Lou is touring????? I’ll be there!!!!! Can’t wait to hear more D! This is awesome! 💯
I would love to see him play Dublin! I asked him to come over here 😃
The huge difference is not only was Lou Gramm a great singer but his input in writing songs with Foreigner is obviously missing, whatever magical collaboration Jones, Gramm and the original band had in writing great songs is long long gone, Hanson may be able to slightly replicate the singing but it’s really nothing more than a tribute band who couldn’t write a hit on their own and are just living off the past
Well said! 💯👍
They're not writing new songs as fans want to hear the old songs live that they can sing along to.
@@leoniedrew5643 I get that but you still gotta go down with some dignity show them that you got something left if you have anything left
They can charge what people are willing to pay. Also, who cares.
@@Frip36 obviously YOU since you’re commenting pal.
You made Lou smile with the comment "Foreigner should retire", that made me so happy! Lou will not speak a lot of dirt although he will speak the truth, but the way you said it totally resonated with him and he just lit up
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That was awesome when he said that. Lou's got too much class to talk badly about Kelly. Time for Foreigner to retire!
Also thank to sleeve Saturday for doing this interview with Lou and bringing this into the light. Lou gram is my all-time favorite vocalist and and I agree with you 100%. There is no Foreigner without Lou gram
You’re very kind Darrin! Cheers mate
Ive always said and will continue to say it, Lou Gramm is Foreigner, When I hear Foreigner on the radio or listen to them in general I get real nostalgic especially anything from Head Games that was released in 1979, My all time favorite album from them.
Great album!
@@SleeveSaturday My favorite track on Head Games is "I'll get even with you" great song.
@@JayDogTitan-he6wo great song! Lou told me in the interview he felt that album sounded unfinished.. I think it sounds great 🔥
@@SleeveSaturday I recieved Head Games for Christmas in '79 and completely wore it out, I never could understand how that album got the criticism it did because it had some great tracks, Head Games, Love on the telephone, Do what you like, Rev on the red line, It completely rocked, And then when they followed it up with "4" in '81 that album was magnificent! Don't get me wrong Foreigners debut album and Double Vision were great but Head Games will always be my favorite.
@@JayDogTitan-he6wo always great to hear the passion from a fellow fan! Cheers for sharing mate 👌👍
Lou Gramm.Fantastyczny wokalista❤❤
I totally agree Lou Gramm will always be the face of Foreigner. The band today is so disappointing. People today don't know what they are missing not hearing the original band
Well said Linda!
lou cant sing anymore he sucks now
Yes, indeed..!
Agreed Lou was amazing in his day. Now we all know what old bands sound like after 30+ years, just listen to JBJ or Dokken and then tell me if you will enjoy a concert with the old ensemble..
Kelly does an amazing job, call it cover, call it what you want, I'd rather hear a great flawless interpretation instead of hearing the crowd filling the gaps. Kelly revitilized the band, the new arrangements are engaging and the energy is undeniable.
Mick told Kelly to work on sounding like Lou. Mick knew that Lou was the voice. The New Foreigner is a good cover band
Totally agree, tribute band in all but name
Yep 👍
So awesome that you got to interview the great Lou Gramm! 👍👍👍 That was a tough question for him! If there are no original members, it’s getting a bit ridiculous in my opinion, to be honest with you. It’s fun to go see tribute bands, but something feels off in this case, to me. Can’t wait for the whole interview and I’m so happy you’re the host! -Bernard
Thank you so much Bernard! Really appreciate the cool words my friend 👍💙
There will never be another Lou Gramm, his voice was oh my God gave me chills. As a true blue " Foreigner" fan, I can tell you I loved every song Lou ever did, never hit the skip button or fast forward on his OG Foreigner! I cannot say the same with the latest. I must add, I did like the Johnny guy that filled in temporarily for Lou
Johnny Edwards was Lous first replacement when Lou went officially solo in 1990. Edwards was then chosen over Mark Free (King Kobra) and yep, the current guy Kelly Hansen who was in HURRICANE. Even Billy Joel told Mick Jones he liked Johnny and did not "dig" the other two after Mick played to Billy their demos.
@@waltersimmons946 man I was trying to remember his name...I was a crushing a tad on him..I'll fight for you was awesome and its always on my playlists!
@shelbywilkerson235 Lol 😆 yeah . I still play the Unusual Heat CD every night myself. Edwards has a band (since 2015) called BLEU PHONQUE *pronounced blue funk*. The live performances of him with his band are on RUclips and he had a band after he left Foreigner called ROYAL JELLY (1994) The album is by the bands name . The song 🎵 that was released is called "CEILING" . Edwards actually retired from music 🎶 from 1995 to 2015. He came out with his current band after his two daughters finished college and were out on their own. Bleu phonque released a CD in 2018 but they will remain a local band in Kentucky where Edwards is from. So he didn't give up. He does Foreigner songs 🎵 at events in Kentucky because people do ask for him so he's not forgotten about as it seems.
@@waltersimmons946 wow! Thanks I will have to check those bands out. Personally, if Lou was gonna be gone I'd rather it been Johnny. Not to insult the Kelly guy but that signature lead really impacts you!
@shelbywilkerson235 Johnny was asked by an interview (podcast) about being re-called. He said he felt they (Foreigner after he was out) were trying to bury that chapter of his tenure in the band. For years, Johnny's name was actually barely mentioned on Foreigners' website or anywhere. By bringing Hansen in by 2005. They had no choice but to come clean that this was not the first time Lous was replaced. Also let me tell you this. Lou left in 2003 because of Micks ALCOHOLISM 🍸 and revived disagreements. Lous parents died that year 7 months apart. Edwards was in Foreigner for two years 1990-1992 and made one album "Unusual Heat " Lowdown and Dirty was a minor hit charting at #4. Hansen has been in Foreigner for 18 yrs. He only made one album 2009s CANT SLOW DOWN. It seems other than singing Gramms songs 🎵 that Hansen really did NO more for the band than Edwards. Yep, Foreigners got TRIBUTE BAND stamped all over it.
I love Lou Gramm! Awesome singer & song writer.
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Mate, massive congratulations on landing this interview. If anyone deserves it, it's you. Very cool asking a difficult question to Lou as well, not everyone would ask something like that
Cheers mate really appreciate that! Still can’t believe it.. you know better than anyone what Lou’s music means to me 😃💙
Its about the music! I dont care who sings it but i love Kelly and i thank him for keeping it alive. I love Lou also
Lou is absolutely one of the best male vocalists of ever.
Still stunned u got to speak to him! Looking forward to the full interview 😊
Dream come true bud ❤️💯😀
I grew up with real Foriegner. But I also did go see the new Foriegner and got to meet the band. After a few songs in of course the realization was there that they will not ever be Foriegner as I knew them. Lou Gramm can never be replaced. But I kind of have to give kudos to Jones for coming up with a great money making scheme. The other players were high vibe and running about the stage. And I can't blame Hansen for not turning down the gig. It would be impossible to ever replicate the original Foriegner. (Which I never had the pleasure of seeing live) . But hey, if people are buying tickets and coming to watch, in this day and age, who can blame them for trying. I think Hansen is a class act guy and does his best. But at the end of the day Lou Gramm can never be replaced.
I genuinely LOVE this comment Susan! Balanced, fair and respectful.. great stuff! Thanks for sharing your thoughts 💯💙
@@SleeveSaturday Thank you. 😊 And you're very welcome. Love your vids too BTW ❤
@@susanpurdy986 that’s really kind! Thank you ❤️
@Eric Perrault Yeah when I seen them John Bonham played before Foriegner. It was called The Led Zeppelin experience. They were pretty darn good too!
WoW, unbelievable! Looking forward to the main event 🤘
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The attraction is “The Music”. Young folks like the music and don’t care that it’s not the “original “ members.
I saw the original Foreigner back in 1980. Phenomenal band, great show!
I’ve seen the “new” Foreigner and they sound fantastic as well. Kelly Hansen does a fantastic job and nails the vocals that sadly, Lou can’t hit anymore. All the respect in the world to Lou Gramm. In his prime, his voice was angelical.🙏🏻
I’d rather see 5 shows a year of the old band toned down a bit than 100 shows of the current tribute act.
Attraction??? The problem is "Young" people do not realize that the real magic and real talent is CREATING all that music in the first place. And, as a singer, I can tell you that there is a big difference in the heart and soul that comes from a vocal. All the new singer is doing is copying notes of a song. Not even close to the original heart, soul, and feel from Lou Gramm.. hes a good singer, but just not the real deal
@@michaeldistefano7027 exactly! 💯👍
Different strokes for different folkes👍🏼
And here lies the problem. Obviously your entitled to that opinion but sadly it's about loyalty and keeping the original alive. It's about sharing that music with our youth so they can hear how incredible the original band was. What's next a new incarnation the of the Stones, or Aerosmith, hell why don't we just copy all the old bands because our youth needs something new to listen to...give me a break. I'm happy you experienced the original Foreigner, as did I, but throwing new people on stage and calling themselves Foreigner is a joke. When a band is done and finished, that should be it. Why don't you find some guys and make a new Queen while your at it....Smh.
Lou gramm es la voz de foreigner todas las canciones fue Lou Gramm quien las hizo famosas con su magistral voz ❤❤
I was in High School when Foreigner ROCKED! Great Interview clip!
Cheers mate!
@@SleeveSaturday - If I may add, you are completely spot on and they are nothing but a Tribute Band - "The Foreigner Tribute Band is on "Fox and Friends" performing as we chat! Cheers
I saw the original lineup for their Double Vision tour. Fantastic show and Lou’s voice was in top form! I’d never attend this “tribute band” in its current form. Lou Gramm “is Foreigner”!
I agree!; Love Lou!! Seeing him in 2 weeks
Cool!!! Where??
I have Lou's signature on vinyl. Greatest hits. Cover is a jukebox. Awesome album. Saw him up close in Cornwall Ontario a few years back. Amazing.
I can't wait to see the full interview! I've been a lifelong Lou fan! Still love him!!🤩
The interview is up now x x
@@SleeveSaturday Great, thanks!🥰
well said, I hope lou gets royalties still at least.
I agree lou the best ever
Foreigner without Kou is like the Jack without the box. Lou is ICONIC!!!! Love you Lou. Looking forward to seeing you in the southland this fall
I've seen Foreigner with Mick Jones as the only original member. Saw them as part of the 4 tour. And saw them as part of the Double Vision tour with all 6 of the original members. That DV show was so awesome!!!
I cannot bear to see Kelly Hansen a man in his mid 50's jump around in tight clothing and prance like a rock star when he has not had a hit in his life. I can't watch the new Foreigner. I saw Lou and Foreigner in 1977 on their first tour and I was mesmerized. It was a religious experience. I saw musicians like Ed Gagliardi on bass and Al Greenwood on keyboards and Ian McDonald who played multiple instruments from guitar to keyboard to flute to sax all well. And Lou was stunning in his vocals and Mick Jones was a solid guitarist. The show I saw in October 1977 was something I'll never forget and the clinic Ian McDonald put on playing all those instruments was something I'd never seen in a concert in all my life. I was in the balcony of the theater right above Ian McDonald and saw him pick up and play one instrument after another all brilliantly. That show in October of 1977 was so impactful to me that the current band is a farce and I will not go to see them. Lou is Foreigner.
That's your loss.
Yes Kelly had a mid hit in 80”s called I’m on to you with hurricane
Mid 50s ? Uncle Elmer Kelly Hansen is 61 yrs old . The mainstream radio back in the day stopped playing these "corporate " bands albums and singles once the band members turn 40 yrs old. Notice Hansen has not one hit of his own ? He joined in 2005 at 44 yrs old. Yep he started out old.
U sound ridiculous. Stop kissing Lou ass so hard. How hating to see Kelly perform because he's 63, but think Lou if fuckin magical at 74?? Kelly is not Lou, he gets out there to do the job he was hired to do & he does it at a high level. It's hard singing those songs day in & out. And he does it. On the other hand Lou was phenomenal in his time. Lou can't even sing those songs in the standard key anymore because his voice won't let him. He still singing & is sounding ok. But his band has to tune down a whole key & he has to sing in a lower key because he can't do it anymore. So stop acting like Kelly stole money outta your house & understand that the show must go on, people have to keep workin & paying bills. And appreciate Foreigner, the Kelly Hanson era. Because he's no slouch
Lou Gramm, será sempre o único vocalista insubstituível do foregner😍😍
Ah this is a very touchy subject. Now let me begin by saying I am a dinosaur closing in on 60. I had the good fortune of seeing the original Foreigner in the early eighties,(amazing) great pop rock tunes with Lou's unmistakeable vocals. I've also seen the "Kelly" version 2015 or 16. Now my observation when they came out was dam they sound great....including Kelly who like it or not nails Lou in his prime,(just being honest). I also noticed as you did that there was not an original member,(they trotted out Grampa for a few songs). I leaned over to my wife and said that is a "tribute" act......a good one but by definition a tribute act. I have nothing at all against tribute acts,(I've worked in a few). They introduce those amazing songs to a whole new generation and affirm what we already know.......this music has staying power far beyond it's original demographic. This speaks to all the top tier tribute acts. My daughter is a huge Brit Floyd fan who only recently got to see Roger Waters. Sadly all of those guys are leaving us but their songs will remain. In that respect I do believe tribute acts perform a vital service.........however,(there's always a but) trotting out an act with no original members and calling it by it's "franchise" name is pretty close to fraud. Just my humble opinion.
Nailed it.
I've enjoyed many cover and tribute bands. But I simply don't think it's right for them to charge as much as the classic lineup would.
Imo, the current band she be called "Mick Jones' Foreigner" and charge like a top cover band.
@@blahblahblah6 Agreed…
The only thing you missed is that Kelly's version of the songs (1) The keys are lowered a step or two (2) The tempos "live" of the Hansen version of each song are slower . (3) All clearly indicating the "NEW FOREIGNER" are much older than the "ORIGINAL FOREIGNER" who wrote/performed the songs in their PRIME !! In business its called JND aka JUST NOTICEABLE DIFFERENCE. 😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮
@@blahblahblah6You may not know but the "CURRENT FOREIGNER" for years has been paid TWICE the amount of money over than the ORIGINAL LINEUP to perform songs they DID NOT create.
@@waltersimmons946 don’t get me wrong. I think Kelly’s version was exceptional, but it wasn’t the original. I love well put together tribute acts that don’t claim to be the original act. That’s my only beef here I think it’s great that there are versions that are still performing this great music live it’s necessary, just don’t serve me sirloin and Collett filet mignon lol!
I introduced my grandson to Foreigner, the REAL Foreigner, thru my old albums. He is 14 and loves them. When he heard they were coming to a town close by he, of course, wanted to go. He was soooo disappointed when I told him that the band that was pretending to be Foreigner now is just like you said, a "tribute" band. Lou Gramm was, is and always will be the heart and soul of Foreigner. I'm not sure anyone who goes and sees this tribute band were ever really fans of Foreigner. If they were they'd know better.
Dude!! You failed to mention this interview! So cool and I bet you were on the verge of wetting your pants! Lou is a living legend who can never truly be replaced. That said, I'm actually "ok" with the current incarnation IF, and it's a BIG if, Mick is on stage with them. Without him, it is not Foreigner. I saw them years back without Mick when he was ill and Joel Hoekstra filled in, while playing double duty with Night Ranger the same night. Joel was great, but as you say, they were a tribute act at that show. If Mick is too frail to contribute 100% of the time, it is indeed time to give it up and live off those royalties!
Just kept this one close to the chest brother! I thought if I said it out loud it wouldn’t happen 😃
The nail was hit on the head. This is more or less a tribute band now. And i don't mean to take away from them, they're really good, including Kelly, but growing up with the original Foreigner being part of the soundtrack of my late teens/early 20's, I doubt i'd go see the current line-up if they came to my town...it just wouldn't be the same. I did get to see Lou and the original Foreigner back in '85...it was a sold out show (pun intended)...fantastic show!
I would advance the theory that fans know what they're paying for and make their own decisions. If the original lineup can no longer go and this is how their music is kept alive and fans are okay with it, let it be. It works for some groups, not for others. This particular lineup is incredibly talented and put on a great show. Have seen them upstage a number of headline bands that do have their original members (are you reading this Neal Schon?)
Neal was terrible last time I heard him Pitts.
Sorry this opinion is BS. If Foreigner wants to exist they should never sing any of the original songs. That's a lie. Same with Journey, Queen.
“I’m Gonna Win” my all time favorite Foreigner song!
Such an amazing song! I ask him about that song in the main interview 👍😃
Break It Up is my favorite
@@joedecker3900 great song too mate 👍💯
Badass channel!!(& post!)
Cheers mate!!
Lou is right.
I saw the Chicago with Kelly and I liked it .
He couldn't hit the notes like Lou and it was disappointing although it was Foreigner.
My number 1 band.
I heard double vision at a friend's house when I was 12.that was that.music has shaped me and Lou specifically has inspired me and I've sung onstage plenty.
I love it and can't do any justice buy I love them.
Rock on Lou Gramm.
I will love you til I die dude.
You ,you were Foreigner to me ok.
I mean he had some licks but man the way you sing those high notes is the most rock thing in this world
lou gramm the best
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Spot on, thanks for that video, subscribed, M
Nice one Mick! Cheers 👍
Foreigner needs to call it quits as they've become a tribute band. They were at their absolute best with Lou on vocals.
Well said! 👍
Lou and Kelly are both superb vocalists.
Foreigner is:
1. All those great songs delivered by a
2. superb vocalist with a
3. fantastic band playing those
4. classic arrangements that the fans expect and enjoy.
In other words a cover band lol
and you my friend just proved that you are the problem. you are a useless little fish that will gobble up whatever falls to the bottom.
Foreigner is the people who originally wrote and performed those songs.
So True and Lou makes a good point that never dawned on me. Maybe it is a newer crowd of people who just don't really care if there are any original members. that very well may be the answer
At least you got Mick. I "saw" Foreigner in concert 20 years ago and not one original member was on stage. They were a good cover band. That's about it.
people are showing up at their shows just for the music(and other acts) ...it does suck that no original members are in the band but unfortunately this has become the norm with aging rock stars .the good thing is it probably wont last long anyway...
Lou is spot on on his assessment of the current Foreigner audiences.
I agree Doug! Well said 💯
Not only a great voice, but a great front man. I said it before and I'll say it again, Lou Gramm is Foreigner.
Lou Graham IS Foreigner! I saw Lou in Buffalo with Black Sheep in the 70's. And in that moment I knew....
Agreed! He’s amazing
Standing with the Great Lou Grammatica on this one!!!
Totally agree!! The new Foreigner is a tribute band with a Mick Jones blessing. Sad they continue to try and tour.
Well said Jeff
Can you provide the upcoming dates ?
I only went to see them at a festival because Jeff Pilsen was in the lineup and was hoping to see Mic Jones, though he was a no show.
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Lou gramm is on a new song from the band lips turn blue the song is called a little on the inside sounds like a forginer song check it out give this guy his credit go louuuuuuuuuuuuuuu
My 70yo boyfriend took me to see Foreigner a month ago and I thought they were fantastic, probably the best concert I have ever attended, I remembered all the songs from my teenage years, I am 62yo. I never knew the band members, just the songs and never knew it was a whole new crew and my boyfriend who is an avid fan never mentioned the fact that it's a whole new member band, so perhaps they should be called Foreigner 2, because it was a sold out crowd and everyone stood and danced throughout the entire concert. It was a blast!!! Sometimes we have to move on in life, be grateful for the old and embrace the new, Foreigner 2!!!
No I won’t. They are frauds.
Kelly Hansen should take a new name..så slipper vi höra på detta Ledsamma och tråkiga.Kelly Hansen skulle tjäna på det..Så slipper vi veta vem som är vem...Så tragiskt att man tar andras samma namn..
Lou borde ta patent på sitt Band Marie Sweden..Go for that Lou Gramm ❤should be stronger.Jag håller intervjuan här,Foreigner and Lou Gramm is them..och också 1900 tatets sekels Bästa Band.❤Tack för mig Marie vid Arlanda Airport
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This is a total fraud I agree
Lou was a great president too🎉
sem duvida nenhuma Lou Gram é Foreigner, todos que conheço no Brasil dizem está verdade , o original é sempre melhor,
This is true. I am on old time Foreigner fan. Grew up on it in the 70's and 80's. I refuse to go see a cover band singing Foreigner songs. I know a few younger people in my family who are going to see them this summer. They grew up in the late 90's and 2000's. They have no idea who they are seeing, who the original members are, no clue. Lou Gramm IS AND WAS Foreigner!
Spot on
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Seen them in Nashville and it was like a cover band.
I absolutely honor the original Foreigner; I know this is not the real band, but know that we love the songs and still enjoy hearing them performed live; the songs bring us back to a better time in our lives and we are not ready to let go; yes, a tribute band, but a tribute to what we love ❤
LOU GRAMM!! THE BEST!!!
I played a show with Foreigner with no Mick and we still joke it was a Foreigner Cover Band
Lou is foreigner no doubt. Hands down the best. Lou your fantistic
Since the last album Lou sang on, which was back in 1994, the Kelly Hansen fronted line-up have only recorded one studio album. It's obvious that they have always been basically a tribute band since.
100%! Good point 👍
That's 95% of the band's that played in the 70's & 80's.
No need for new tunes when you can still draw off the classics.
@@danielfair4675 If Lou had stayed in the band I'm pretty sure they would have come up with a few more albums since millions of Foreigner fans loved the songwriting partnership between Mick and Lou.
Mick Jones knows that since Lou left it was all gonna be about the past hits.
Kelly, Mick, and Thomm re-recorded all of the greatest hits as well. The one disc of new material was decent, and had a couple good tunes they sang in concert.
@@MyxVuVideo Well, hardly a rebirth. Still trading on past glories.
Så typiskt..så tråkigt..Att Musik Världen inte förstår...Att vilka Skall in där...Hur står det till....Marie med Sweden. Centurys Best Band....Have them forgotten !!! FOREIGNER Number One 1 ❤
I agree, I almost went to this concert as it looked real good on RUclips but now in retrospective spending this kind of money for a copy-cat is not worth it, I saw you guys in Thousand Oaks area near LA in 2006 , it was a small venue, dinner could be consumed or only watch and you guys rocked the stage, you all signed my CD, it was magic, I want to remember it like that.
It comes down to one word: caliber. Lou is of a different caliber than Kelly. Kelly is great, no question, but Lou is icon status, with such skill and vocal ability. In his heyday very few were at his level. Still hoping for maybe one day he might consider teaching voice.
There's no Foreigner without Lou Gramm..
From this Aussie Foreigner fan Lou Gramm is Foreigner!
Well said Terry! Greetings from Ireland pal 👍
@@SleeveSaturday I look forward to your full interview mate!
I agree with you 100%.
I saw this version Of Foreigner twice pre Covid in Toronto and enjoyed it but cost way to much. This is a tribute band and Kelly is great but this is a $75 tix band at best!
Wow, that's nuts.
All hail the REAL Foreigner who i was lucky enough to see on the Wonderful Head Games tour in 1979 when i was 14 , Unfucking believable and amazing !!!!
I would love to have been at that show 🤩
Forna Foreigner med Mister Lou Gramm in the Front...are the Best..and Should Be ❤..Centurys Best Band Ever.....❣
Kelly Hansen is also good with all respect
Lou. You break my heart. I grew up with Foreigner in my teens. It seems you were taken for a horrible ride by a band mate "" that loved money over friendship. Let him rot in hell!!! Your debut LP was and will always be GOLD. The band Foreigner would have never have made it without you!!! My God what a voice!!! Can`t say how many times I blared Foreigner on my stereo in my 1978 Pontiac Bandit Trans Am.
I can not say how much the early years of FOREIGNER have influenced me in my life to this day.
Hey, Long Live True Rock N Roll !!!
I keep you close to my heart & I wish you the best.
You are one of a kind!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
“Foreigner” 😂 just came to my town and I got excited was planning on attending did some research and Lou Gramm no longer plays with band, so did not go.
I didn’t know or care if the original band members were still playing cause I was only going to hear Lou 😏
I agree. People don’t know who the band is .
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I saw a video of Lou singing at a fair ground its a few years old but he sound great. When he said he dont understand the attraction to the new Foreinger he's right I dont see it either
Absolutely Lee! I agreed with him too
Agreed! Lou Gramm made the band! Lou Gramm is the best!
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To be fair, Kelly is a very good singer, does a solid job singing the songs, and yes, the band is essentially a tribute band. But, having said that, let's be clear -- Lou Gramm is what made Foreigner what it was. Those songs were made great due to his voice. Plain and simple. In the 80s Lou was one of the best rock singers and will be remembered as such. Incredible that Mick Jones F'd him over as he did.
Some members can't be replaced. Once you do it's not worth it. When all members are replaced then it's completely pointless. Weirdly, the only band that was able to replace its iconic singer was Journey. Arnel does an amazing job in place of Steve. But Lou's voice is hard to replace. There's a rawness and grit too it with a lot of power.
Good answere
Insane… the commercial before this vid was a McDonald’s burger commercial with the song `I wanna know what love is` … If that is a coinsidence, its a good one !! 😂🤘🏼 But love Lou and he is the only voice for Foreigner in my opinion too…
That’s crazy! 😂😂😂
@@SleeveSaturday yeah it was… But hey man, love that song so actually made me wanna have a burger as well…haha.. damn…
@@SleeveSaturday and by the way… Diggin the interview and good job !!!
@@Tcmaster74 me too now 😂
@@Tcmaster74 really appreciate that mate! Nice one 💯