Lou Gramm is definitely one of the greatest male vocalists of modern times. Incredibly unique with a certain smoothness but it’s still rough and powerful. Smokey and full of fire. Incredible singer for sure
If i could hand pick any Rock singer in history to front my band it would be Lou Gramm. Lou can sing with power, soul and aggression in a high register. This guy was the whole package when it comes to vocal ability. Tip of the hat Fil for highlighting the great Lou Gramm and Foreigner.
Yes he had such an incredible voice. So sad that mick did not give him the proper share of his contribution for ‘I want to know what live is’ . The whole interpretation came from Lou Gramm and Mick took his unique interpretation and snitched his financial share and artist contribution for the creativity process. This killed Lou Gramm’s enthousiasme.
Thanks for reviewing Foreigner. They don't seem to get much respect, but how can you not appreciate Lou Gramm's vocals? Call me low brow, but Lou Gramm and Steve Perry are both fantastic vocalists.
Thank you for giving Lou Gramme his props. He got shafted on "I Want To Know What Love Is", and left the band as a result, effectively demolishing the band. Always good to watch your analysis, Fil. Love from Chicago, Illinois!!💖
As a singer heavily influenced by Lou, this song is no cakewalk. In fact, I would say Lou's vocals are some of the most challenging for most vocalists. There is a pumping operatic intensity to his vocals that can be so demanding. I have learned so much studying his technique.
There is only 1 True Voice of Foreigner and that is Lou Gramm...... His gift is unmatched. A humble, gentle, kind soul, who is in no way arrogant as many are. He has been a dear friend to my husband and I. He has a very lovely supportive wife Robyn. Loves his children. So proud of him for overcoming his Addiction "demons", Years ago. Even with all that has happened with his health, has not changed the man he is.... and he still puts on a great show. Only one Lou! Glad you did this review of this one of a kind Singer
Please tell him thank you from a girl in Australia who grew up listening to and loving his voice as a teenager and beyond. My favourite, even surpassing Robert Plant. So glad he’s still doing well. He will always be Foreigner to me, and the cause of so many memories when I listen to him now.
His vocal range is unmatched. He is a gentle soul and has overcome more than most people could take. So easy to root for. Thanks for giving him some shine. Well done!
Juke box hero, stars in his eyes! One of the most difficult songs to singing I have ever heard in studio, but live Lou Gramm was really a lion. Greetings from Havana, Cuba.
I’ve watched you review this track numerous times now and I can see you love Lou and Foreigner. Great review. Lou is up there with the best and the sound of my youth.
I met Lou in Las Vegas, he is still singing with various projects. He was so very sweet and is a legend. I love Foreigner so much. Great band. Great songs. Great memories. 💝
Have been a Foreigner fan from the opening strains of Cold As Ice. While their 80's power ballads were unforgettable, my personal preference were the hard rocking anthems like Jukebox Hero, Dirty White Boy, Head Games and Feels Like the First Time. But what did they all have in common? Lou Gramm. One of the best voices of the rock era. Another top notch analysis, Fil.
These guys were such a staple in the eighties. No one talks about them much, but they were amazing. So many reactions I still need to catch up on Fil, but I really enjoyed this one. This song was everywhere when I was in high school. Great reaction.
Lou Gramm is one of the greatest rock singers and so worth your coverage. I have to say i truly enjoy watching your channel because your smile when you hear a singer delivering a song just right is truly infectious.
I LOVE Lou Gramm's voice. I read his autobiography and the brain tumor that he had was a terrible one. Removing it took hours and it damaged his pituitary gland causing him to gain a lot of weight. It also affected his voice. He is better now. I absolutely love Urgent and I think the sax solo on that song is one of the best sax solos in rock. The current line up of Foreigner with Kelly Hansen is all right, and Hansen is a good singer but he's no Lou Gramm - no one is.
What’s a voice! This man could sing the telephone book and it would sound absolutely awesome! Yeah.....just an incredible band Fil! Brilliant! Cheers Mario! 😀🤘🤘
Lou Gramm and Foreigner have mesmerized me for my entire life. I love Steve Perry, Freddy Mercury as well, and my all time favorite, Daryl Hall. These 4 men have made my life so filled with great music. I am eternally grateful. I am 74, and do not think I will find any other performers who will even come close. I am lucky to have lived through the most glorious age of Rock and stadium bands. An experience i wouldn't trade for any other. Ok, let me throw in George Michael. Now I can stop.
@@eddynewton4081 yes I did. He talked about it in an interview once. He laughed about it. He and Sammy Hagar are great friends ..wonder if he had anything to do with Sammy getting the job.
Lou Gramm is the man! His voice is unmatched. I heard Martha Quinn (of MTV) say that when she first met Lou Gramm, she burst into tears. I totally get that.
I have loved everything from foreigner and continue to listen today. Lou Gramm's voice has such a unique sound and a remarkable range. I really like when you 'talk technical'. As usual, you have explained why we like lou gramm / foreigner.
Lou Gramm...one of the best voices, ever! Your face said it all 😊 I've heard he's a wonderful person, also. He has a "one of a kind" voice! Hope you have a great week 💙
I can listen to this over and over. Thank you Fil for doing a wonderful job on Lou. Lou made Foreigner. Their later vocalists for the band was not the same caliber as Lou Gramm. Mick should have been so grateful for Lou’s vocals.
Lou is from here( Rochester Ny) We love this man. Has had health issues for years. Thanks, this song brings me back to my youth & all my hopes for my future. Tugs @ the heart.
Love Foreigner, Dennis Elliot the drummer lives in my town, he and his wife are great at supporting local bands. He sits in quite often, so they are out and about.
Lou is from a suburb of Rochester NY (where I grew up and still live) and is a local legend, from Black Sheep to Foreigner and beyond. He hasn't been out as much since his health issues arose, but continued to play out with his own band as he recovered. Love his voice...
Lou is genuinely a remarkable singer. I remember as a young man in 1982-83 hearing his unwavering delivery. Always wondered how hard would this be to sing like him? I imagine he's a rarity. I have to admit that Kelly Hansen was pretty good shoo-in but no denying that this is the voice I'll fondly remember of Foreigner.
Magnificent analysis video on one of the most important rock bands of all time. Lou is THE most underrated vocalist of all time. Right up there with Freddie Mercury or Robert Plant. Foreigner is worth another video or two Fil. Perhaps something earlier. Star Rider is guaranteed to get a huge reaction, but Cold as ice or Blue Monday. It's hard to choose because they had so many hits and virtually no throwaway songs. Outstanding analysis material.
You taught me a lot about his vocals and why I love his songs. You’re very descriptive and informative. You’re the best at this! Thanks for doing Lou Gramm!! Love your smile!
Fil is the best .Besides being an amazing musician and singer .He is so smooth and charismatic. Love this analysis of Foreigner. too me Lou Gramm is tops and foreigner is certainly equivalent or better that Cars or Journey depending on personal taste and belongs in rock n roll hall of fame..thanks Fil for 25 minutes of intriguing analysis.
Hi sweet Fil to add a little thing you surely remember Live Aid made on July 13th in 1985 Foreigner was here in Québec city at Le Colisée de Québec to perform and they game their money to Live Aid in fact all the artists who performed that day gave their money to Live Aid Concert around the world .And as usual I learnt something new with you again it makes you very special to me !!! Much love and you take care \m/ ROCK ...
Great analysis Fil. Lovely to see how much you enjoy the performance too. Lou is up there with Paul Rogers for me as my favourite two singers. I'm not keen on rock ballads but once in a while a classic comes along that just can't be denied. Foreigner have two!
@@kalahawaii Oh it's okay LoL. I'm glad to hear he's still with us . That seems kind of, well I mean They've been around a long time and haven't the guy's had their run.. it seems cold to leave Lou out doesn't it or is there more to it than that... I wonder. Thank You for hitting me back ✌️
Mitch et't'ie You are welcome! Lou has had his battles with drug addiction and then a benign brain tumor, which unfortunately, affected his voice. He was prescribed steroids, necessary for his survival, which made him gain 100 pounds. He was unmercifully fat-shamed by “fans” and became depressed. Add to that his difficult relationship with Mick Jones and it’s no wonder he has chosen to retire and live a quiet life. Nothing but love and admiration for Lou from me.
@@kalahawaii Wow same here , I had heard a little something but no idea . It was about the band"I'm guessing" not going ahead and retire as well since Lou really I mean a career like his and the strong driving force behind his own band, I think he's worked everybody producer and such, its a real shame for anyone to have to go through. Yes Mad Respect for Lou no doubt...
My husband loved Foreigner! Lou Gramm was a powerhouse for vocals and I never heard a bad song from Foreigner. Thank you for a wonderful analysis of his vocals.
If you are still doing analyses in 2024, please do more on the songs from Foreigner. I loved hearing your view and learning all the information about Lou Gramm and Foreigner.
Sigh...back when music was actually good and performers were talented. Fil...I LOVE watching your face when you watch these classic performances. You definitely should have been born in MY era!! Keep it up...I never get tired of listening.
one of the greatest rock concert ever done ! i had the video ! lou was agreat singer and mick jone a great composer ! and original guitarist at this time ! like that very much ! and good backin band , very good bass player !
But he had the courage to push through, getting on stage when he knew he wasn't the same as before and made substantial improvements over time. I consider that an incredible feat considering his age.
Many people put Foreigner down as a 2 ballads band but they are one of the greatest rock bands ever! You start a record-any of their records, and there is no filler, not one bad song! Great song writing and also..what is it? Oh, the greatest male rock singer ever!
Lou Gramm, simply one of the best singers in the whole rock genre. Great tone and great phrasing learnt from the likes of Steve Marriott and especially Paul Rodgers, so he learnt from the best and adapted it to fit his own style. Like those singers so versatile too, from strutting riff fueled hard rock to these tender ballads he was equally at home. All this and a great songwriter and not just on the seminal Foreigner songs, also with Black Sheep and his solo material with Mick Jones. Deservedly inducted into the songwriters Hall of fame with Mick. A true mega talent and having had the pleasure of meeting Lou, a truly humble man.
Dan, We're getting older but during this particular time in the entertainment industry : It was golden. Looks like you get out and about (by your picture). I toured N. America for twenty years 75 - 95. Have a great time. Enjoy yourself. Follow Dr. orders. I only left the road because I got hit by a car. They put me back together and, since I achieved my lifetime goals already, the rest is icing. At least we didn't grow up with rap, hip-hop and auto tune. We grew up in an amazing time of overwhelming vast music. 😎
Wow, Fil. Either you're in my head, I'm in yours, the stars have aligned, or something! Just a few weeks ago, Foreigner was playing the Bloomsburg Fair while my wife and I were there walking around. We could hear the band striking up this song and I commented to her that the vocals (Kelly Hansen) just weren't cutting it (she disagreed, of course). But it brought back memories, which gave me the idea to try to work the song out on guitar, just for fun. So...just the other day, I had this very video playing. My wife asked, "Who's that singing?" "It's Lou Gramm", I said, "And that's how this song needs to be done." Then tonight, I was just fooling around with it on my guitar when I decided to take a break and see what you had put up, and here was this video. Simply amazing, man. Rock!
Fil, this is such a great review, great to listen to a professional discuss the talents of a living legend in detail. Lou is THE GREATEST ever! Love everything that Lou & Foreigner did. The song “Midnight Blue” which he wrote after leaving Foreigner is for me is an all time rock classic, the raw power of his vocal genius really comes through in that song, pure music magic. Love you Lou, you are such a humble, down to earth and beautiful human being.
Hello I just want to tell you you're from Rochester New York I'm from Geneva not far I'm glad you're all right and you're doing well keep up the good work God was with you never mind what people say I love you man ❤️
I've always loved Foreigner, and especially Lou Gramm. I think his voice was the best of that genre. He's had an incredible journey in life and still sounds great but doesn't have that range. But I definitely want to listen to some of his recent work.
Love, love, love Foreigner. Lou had such a good sound to his voice, his tone feels good in my ears (since I don't know technical terms this is how I explain it). Fil, love your analysis as always. So full of great info and admiration for the artist.
Lou Gramm is one of the greatest rock vocalists and this song is iconic.
Lou Gramm is definitely one of the greatest male vocalists of modern times. Incredibly unique with a certain smoothness but it’s still rough and powerful. Smokey and full of fire. Incredible singer for sure
If i could hand pick any Rock singer in history to front my band it would be Lou Gramm. Lou can sing with power, soul and aggression in a high register. This guy was the whole package when it comes to vocal ability. Tip of the hat Fil for highlighting the great Lou Gramm and Foreigner.
Yep. Well said.
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Steve Perry too .
Yes he had such an incredible voice. So sad that mick did not give him the proper share of his contribution for ‘I want to know what live is’ . The whole interpretation came from Lou Gramm and Mick took his unique interpretation and snitched his financial share and artist contribution for the creativity process. This killed Lou Gramm’s enthousiasme.
Thanks for reviewing Foreigner. They don't seem to get much respect, but how can you not appreciate Lou Gramm's vocals? Call me low brow, but Lou Gramm and Steve Perry are both fantastic vocalists.
You could just give your opinion. But you have to set up two absurd straw men to underdog prevail against. Weird how people do that.
@@Frip36Call me high brow, but despite what everyone says, you have a good point
You're not low brow... you're a good judge of talent!
@Captain Sunday what?
@@Frip36 Huh ?
Thank you for giving Lou Gramme his props. He got shafted on "I Want To Know What Love Is", and left the band as a result, effectively demolishing the band. Always good to watch your analysis, Fil. Love from Chicago, Illinois!!💖
EXACTLY
As a singer heavily influenced by Lou, this song is no cakewalk. In fact, I would say Lou's vocals are some of the most challenging for most vocalists. There is a pumping operatic intensity to his vocals that can be so demanding. I have learned so much studying his technique.
Read Miriam J. Arman for proper technical instruction. She corrects the virtual universal ignorance of correct singing.
There is only 1 True Voice of Foreigner and that is Lou Gramm...... His gift is unmatched. A humble, gentle, kind soul, who is in no way arrogant as many are. He has been a dear friend to my husband and I. He has a very lovely supportive wife Robyn. Loves his children. So proud of him for overcoming his Addiction "demons", Years ago. Even with all that has happened with his health, has not changed the man he is.... and he still puts on a great show. Only one Lou! Glad you did this review of this one of a kind Singer
I was talking to Jimmy Page and told him I met Lou and Jimmy said that Lou is a remarkable singer.....what a compliment
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Well said. I don't know him, but I wish him well . He was the the most poignant singer ever. Just sounds amazing.xx
@@kirkb2286 That's a huge compliment.
Please tell him thank you from a girl in Australia who grew up listening to and loving his voice as a teenager and beyond. My favourite, even surpassing Robert Plant. So glad he’s still doing well. He will always be Foreigner to me, and the cause of so many memories when I listen to him now.
Thanks for highlighting Lou Gramm, best rock vocalist of all time!!❤️
Lou was the MAN! One of the greatest vocalist ever imo. He always sang with so much passion.
His vocal range is unmatched. He is a gentle soul and has overcome more than most people could take. So easy to root for. Thanks for giving him some shine. Well done!
Lou Gramm is amazing!! Can't get over his range, tone, pitch and volume! Just wow! Thank you for sharing.
Juke box hero, stars in his eyes!
One of the most difficult songs to singing I have ever heard in studio, but live Lou Gramm was really a lion.
Greetings from Havana, Cuba.
Def one of the best rock vocalists ever!
I’ve watched you review this track numerous times now and I can see you love Lou and Foreigner. Great review. Lou is up there with the best and the sound of my youth.
This show from Indiana is phenomenal. Lous voice was perfect
Yesssssss!!! I love Foreigner and I think Lou Gramm's voice is one of the greatest voices ever in rock music.
Love Lou Gramm!! His voice impeccable! Thank you Fil,❤️
Still get all the good feels of yesteryear hearing this song! Love it!
I love Foreigner and Lou’s voice. I saw them in concert back in 1981 when I was 18. They were awesome!
Sweet Lou!! What a voice!! I had no idea he’s been having health problems. God bless him.
Lou is absolutely the best! Amazing voice, just incredibly amazing! He was blessed!!
I agree
I'm in total awe of Lou's voice, and tonality, what a gift he is.
Great song, Foreigner’s biggest hit and will forever be in my top 5 favs. Lou Gramm made them what they were.
I met Lou in Las Vegas, he is still singing with various projects. He was so very sweet and is a legend. I love Foreigner so much. Great band. Great songs. Great memories. 💝
I hope u love Foreigner w Lou!! Nowadays its micks band cover band!!!
Not always keen on synths in rock music but Foreigner were masters at it. As for Lou, what an incredible vocalist.
That was yesterday beautiful Lou what a voice.
Have been a Foreigner fan from the opening strains of Cold As Ice.
While their 80's power ballads were unforgettable, my personal preference were the hard rocking anthems like Jukebox Hero, Dirty White Boy, Head Games and Feels Like the First Time. But what did they all have in common? Lou Gramm. One of the best voices of the rock era. Another top notch analysis, Fil.
I seem to remember hearing a deluge of Cold as Ice and Snowblind around the same time.
Never seen any singer give his all like Lou heart n soul Beautiful
Can never get enough of Lou
That voice Brilliant
Lou had one of the most soulful and emotional voices in rock.
God, I love Foreigner. And Lou Gramm’s voice would never quit. Awesome band.
These guys were such a staple in the eighties. No one talks about them much, but they were amazing. So many reactions I still need to catch up on Fil, but I really enjoyed this one. This song was everywhere when I was in high school. Great reaction.
Lou Gramm is one of the greatest rock singers and so worth your coverage.
I have to say i truly enjoy watching your channel because your smile when you hear a singer delivering a song just right is truly infectious.
Bert Cummings, Paul Rodgers, Robert Plant, and Lou Gramm!!! He was a monster of a vocalist. So much power and an icon of rock!!!
I know Plant was iconic, but Lou Gramm could sing circles around him. Lou’s technique was way way better than Robert’s.
@@chuckfriebe843💯 Agree.
I LOVE Lou Gramm's voice. I read his autobiography and the brain tumor that he had was a terrible one. Removing it took hours and it damaged his pituitary gland causing him to gain a lot of weight. It also affected his voice. He is better now. I absolutely love Urgent and I think the sax solo on that song is one of the best sax solos in rock. The current line up of Foreigner with Kelly Hansen is all right, and Hansen is a good singer but he's no Lou Gramm - no one is.
I find Kelly Hansen utterly cringeful, the current lineup sound to me like an average at best, foreigner cover band.
Kelly tries hard but he is a Las Vegas entertainer!
Kelly is no Lou. But he is a fine singer. Neither cringeful or Las Vegas.
I agree Kelly IS NO Lou Gramm. Lou along with Phil Collins and Michael Jackson are the vocalist of the 80's
What’s a voice! This man could sing the telephone book and it would sound absolutely awesome! Yeah.....just an incredible band Fil! Brilliant! Cheers Mario! 😀🤘🤘
I agree.
I love how you’re such a fan of good music, you’re just so genuine, thanks for doing what you do, Fil.
Fantastic video...this band was iconic, no doubt. The synthesizers creare such background drama preparing for the keys and the glorious vocal!
Lou is a vocal legend!!!!
Lou Gramm and Foreigner have mesmerized me for my entire life. I love Steve Perry, Freddy Mercury as well, and my all time favorite, Daryl Hall. These 4 men have made my life so filled with great music. I am eternally grateful. I am 74, and do not think I will find any other performers who will even come close. I am lucky to have lived through the most glorious age of Rock and stadium bands. An experience i wouldn't trade for any other. Ok, let me throw in George Michael. Now I can stop.
Hi Lila. Did you know that Daryl Hall was asked to join Van Halen...... that is after Patty Smyth turn down the job once David Lee Roth was fired.
@@eddynewton4081 yes I did. He talked about it in an interview once. He laughed about it. He and Sammy Hagar are great friends ..wonder if he had anything to do with Sammy getting the job.
Lou Gramm is the man! His voice is unmatched. I heard Martha Quinn (of MTV) say that when she first met Lou Gramm, she burst into tears. I totally get that.
Gosh that's what I would of done
Me too…so seductive…my oh my
I have loved everything from foreigner and continue to listen today. Lou Gramm's voice has such a unique sound and a remarkable range.
I really like when you 'talk technical'. As usual, you have explained why we like lou gramm / foreigner.
Lou Gramm...one of the best voices, ever! Your face said it all 😊 I've heard he's a wonderful person, also. He has a "one of a kind" voice! Hope you have a great week 💙
Thanks!
Lou is one of the top 3 rock vocalist in my honest opinion
I can listen to this over and over. Thank you Fil for doing a wonderful job on Lou. Lou made Foreigner. Their later vocalists for the band was not the same caliber as Lou Gramm. Mick should have been so grateful for Lou’s vocals.
Lou is from here( Rochester Ny) We love this man. Has had health issues for years. Thanks, this song brings me back to my youth & all my hopes for my future. Tugs @ the heart.
Saw these guys way back in the 70's. Double Vision was my Favorite song. Lou Gramm was a great front man. Great band all around.
Love Foreigner, Dennis Elliot the drummer lives in my town, he and his wife are great at supporting local bands. He sits in quite often, so they are out and about.
Lou is from a suburb of Rochester NY (where I grew up and still live) and is a local legend, from Black Sheep to Foreigner and beyond. He hasn't been out as much since his health issues arose, but continued to play out with his own band as he recovered. Love his voice...
Lou is genuinely a remarkable singer. I remember as a young man in 1982-83 hearing his unwavering delivery. Always wondered how hard would this be to sing like him? I imagine he's a rarity. I have to admit that Kelly Hansen was pretty good shoo-in but no denying that this is the voice I'll fondly remember of Foreigner.
Magnificent analysis video on one of the most important rock bands of all time. Lou is THE most underrated vocalist of all time. Right up there with Freddie Mercury or Robert Plant. Foreigner is worth another video or two Fil. Perhaps something earlier. Star Rider is guaranteed to get a huge reaction, but Cold as ice or Blue Monday. It's hard to choose because they had so many hits and virtually no throwaway songs. Outstanding analysis material.
The iconic "I've been waiting..." Just makes it. The voice of Lou Gramm.
He’s so underrated. God that song brings back soooo many emotions.
I continue to pray for the day he might one day consider teaching voice. He set the bar so high!
Lou Gramm and Steve Perry... you cannot beat those two voices! Ever!
INCREDIBLE pipes on this man. FABULOUS group
You taught me a lot about his vocals and why I love his songs. You’re very descriptive and informative. You’re the best at this! Thanks for doing Lou Gramm!! Love your smile!
Thanks!
I love Lou. He is the voice of Foreigner. No one can replace his incredible vocals.
Lou is iconic. In my opinion. Lou is one of the best vocalist next to Paul Rodgers of Bad Company
ICONIC the only word for this band/Vocalist Rev on the redline, Juke box hero, Head knocker, the list goes on and on....
My favorite all-time song... thanks for reacting to it, Fil.
Fil is the best .Besides being an amazing musician and singer .He is so smooth and charismatic. Love this analysis of Foreigner. too me Lou Gramm is tops and foreigner is certainly equivalent or better that Cars or Journey depending on personal taste and belongs in rock n roll hall of fame..thanks Fil for 25 minutes of intriguing analysis.
Well said. Your right about being charismatic but in an understated manner.
Absolutely, Fil is a wealth of insight and info.
Favorite rock band and favorite rock vocalist, Louie G. !!
Hi sweet Fil to add a little thing you surely remember Live Aid made on July 13th in 1985 Foreigner was here in Québec city at Le Colisée de Québec to perform and they game their money to Live Aid in fact all the artists who performed that day gave their money to Live Aid Concert around the world .And as usual I learnt something new with you again it makes you very special to me !!! Much love and you take care \m/ ROCK ...
Foreigner was one of those rare bands where all their songs on their albums were "A side" quality.
Thanks for such a great reaction video on such a great band, Fil.
Foreigner had it all... great songs, great instrumentation/solos, great harmony; and above all else... THE Lou Gramm!
Another masterpiece from my generation. Part of the Renaissance of popular music 60-90. Never to be heard again. 😪
It doesn’t ever get much better than that the sound is so beautiful
Great analysis Fil. Lovely to see how much you enjoy the performance too. Lou is up there with Paul Rogers for me as my favourite two singers. I'm not keen on rock ballads but once in a while a classic comes along that just can't be denied. Foreigner have two!
Dear Lou. No one can replace you. What a voice. You are missed!
Has Lou passed on and I just didn't hear anything.....
Mitch et't'ie No, sorry. I meant that Foreigner has gone on to tour and Lou is not there.
@@kalahawaii Oh it's okay LoL.
I'm glad to hear he's still with us . That seems kind of, well I mean They've been around a long time and haven't the guy's had their run.. it seems cold to leave Lou out doesn't it or is there more to it than that... I wonder. Thank You for hitting me back ✌️
Mitch et't'ie You are welcome! Lou has had his battles with drug addiction and then a benign brain tumor, which unfortunately, affected his voice. He was prescribed steroids, necessary for his survival, which made him gain 100 pounds. He was unmercifully fat-shamed by “fans” and became depressed. Add to that his difficult relationship with Mick Jones and it’s no wonder he has chosen to retire and live a quiet life.
Nothing but love and admiration for Lou from me.
@@kalahawaii Wow same here , I had heard a little something but no idea . It was about the band"I'm guessing" not going ahead and retire as well since Lou really I mean a career like his and the strong driving force behind his own band, I think he's worked everybody producer and such, its a real shame for anyone to have to go through. Yes Mad Respect for Lou no doubt...
My husband loved Foreigner! Lou Gramm was a powerhouse for vocals and I never heard a bad song from Foreigner. Thank you for a wonderful analysis of his vocals.
If you are still doing analyses in 2024, please do more on the songs from Foreigner. I loved hearing your view and learning all the information about Lou Gramm and Foreigner.
There is no replacement… or cover band that comes close to Lou Gramms passion. He is this song. One of my top ten favorite singers. Great taste Phil!
Sigh...back when music was actually good and performers were talented. Fil...I LOVE watching your face when you watch these classic performances. You definitely should have been born in MY era!! Keep it up...I never get tired of listening.
That Was Yesterday from this show Live at Deer Creek is also AMAZING ! Gramm really on his game here !!!
I remember when this song came out. I loved it then and still.
Fil great review of Lou Gramm singing. He is such a fine singer. Great musicians too!
Lou Gramm is incredible
Great video fil. Lou Gramm one of my top 10 greatest vocalists of all time.
one of the greatest rock concert ever done ! i had the video ! lou was agreat singer and mick jone a great composer ! and original guitarist at this time ! like that very much ! and good backin band , very good bass player !
I still listen to Foreigner. Loved Lou's voice. So sad that the brain tumor ended his career.
But he had the courage to push through, getting on stage when he knew he wasn't the same as before and made substantial improvements over time. I consider that an incredible feat considering his age.
@@maninthewilderness3208 I agree!
@@jessiem276 Me too ,such courage,and will always be one of my favourite vocalists,ever,
I have gone to several of his solos shows and reunion concerts with Foreigner and Lou sounded great
@@janinebennett4492 Thanks Janine ,glad to hear it.
Many people put Foreigner down as a 2 ballads band but they are one of the greatest rock bands ever!
You start a record-any of their records, and there is no filler, not one bad song!
Great song writing and also..what is it? Oh, the greatest male rock singer ever!
Lou Gramm, simply one of the best singers in the whole rock genre. Great tone and great phrasing learnt from the likes of Steve Marriott and especially Paul Rodgers, so he learnt from the best and adapted it to fit his own style. Like those singers so versatile too, from strutting riff fueled hard rock to these tender ballads he was equally at home. All this and a great songwriter and not just on the seminal Foreigner songs, also with Black Sheep and his solo material with Mick Jones. Deservedly inducted into the songwriters Hall of fame with Mick. A true mega talent and having had the pleasure of meeting Lou, a truly humble man.
Yep…..a large part of that groups success. That lead….wonderful.
Yeah, this is a good example of why Foreigner was a hot commodity. His voice is as recognizable as Paul Rodgers.
Rawk 😎
Yeah Foreigner w Lou!! Nowadays THERES no more foreigner !! Lou is was nd will be Foreigner!!! No one can replace him!!!
I remember when they were a new band. God I'm old. :-) Thanks Fil, great analysis as always..
Dan King Jr. Me too, Dan! Those were good times!
Dan, We're getting older but during this particular time in the entertainment industry : It was golden.
Looks like you get out and about (by your picture). I toured N. America for twenty years 75 - 95. Have a great time. Enjoy yourself. Follow Dr. orders. I only left the road because I got hit by a car. They put me back together and, since I achieved my lifetime goals already, the rest is icing. At least we didn't grow up with rap, hip-hop and auto tune. We grew up in an amazing time of overwhelming vast music. 😎
@@calamitydave5000 Still racing dirt bikes, still playing in bands. No slowing down here. And yeah, we did come up at a great time. :-)
Lou Gramm definitely had a great voice. I saw Foreigner a couple of times thankfully! I enjoyed this video and your analyses! ^m^😎 ^m^
Watching these videos with an expert breaking down every aspect makes me appreciate my favorite bands so much more.
One of the best voice's of all time.
Wow, Fil. Either you're in my head, I'm in yours, the stars have aligned, or something! Just a few weeks ago, Foreigner was playing the Bloomsburg Fair while my wife and I were there walking around. We could hear the band striking up this song and I commented to her that the vocals (Kelly Hansen) just weren't cutting it (she disagreed, of course). But it brought back memories, which gave me the idea to try to work the song out on guitar, just for fun. So...just the other day, I had this very video playing. My wife asked, "Who's that singing?" "It's Lou Gramm", I said, "And that's how this song needs to be done." Then tonight, I was just fooling around with it on my guitar when I decided to take a break and see what you had put up, and here was this video. Simply amazing, man. Rock!
Wow. Just WOW. Thanks, Fil. I know you posted this years ago, but I’m still trying to catch up with your videos.
Ahhh Lou Gramm and the hair !!! Love this song
I LOOOOVE LOU GRAMM!!!...AMAZING VOICE!....Thanks Fil!!...✌❤🤘🔥
Fil, this is such a great review, great to listen to a professional discuss the talents of a living legend in detail.
Lou is THE GREATEST ever!
Love everything that Lou & Foreigner did. The song “Midnight Blue” which he wrote after leaving Foreigner is for me is an all time rock classic, the raw power of his vocal genius really comes through in that song, pure music magic.
Love you Lou, you are such a humble, down to earth and beautiful human being.
Hello I just want to tell you you're from Rochester New York I'm from Geneva not far I'm glad you're all right and you're doing well keep up the good work God was with you never mind what people say I love you man ❤️
Another great video and Foreigner are incredible.
Love ❤️ Lou Gramm forever
Phil. Great analysis. Lou is a great singer. One of the best ever. That is why we all listened to Foreingers great 🎶!! Great job!!!
I've always loved Foreigner, and especially Lou Gramm. I think his voice was the best of that genre. He's had an incredible journey in life and still sounds great but doesn't have that range. But I definitely want to listen to some of his recent work.
I agree.Lou has best rock voice.
Love, love, love Foreigner. Lou had such a good sound to his voice, his tone feels good in my ears (since I don't know technical terms this is how I explain it). Fil, love your analysis as always. So full of great info and admiration for the artist.
Saw them back in '79 and one of the best concerts I had been to at that time.