From Press Release:
The first rehearsal of the band that would become FOREIGNER took place in New York on February 25th, 1976.
Al Greenwood, the first band member recruited by Mick Jones reflects,
“This was the day I first heard “Feels Like The First Time” and I knew we had something very special.”
FOREIGNER, will launch their 50th Anniversary Year on February 25 in Beaver Creek, Colorado, commemorating five decades of hits and world tours. The celebration will continue throughout 2027 when the band marks the 50th anniversary of the March 8th, 1977 release of its iconic self-titled debut album, Foreigner. FOREIGNER band members Luis Maldonado on lead vocals, Jeff Pilson on bass, Michael Bluestein keyboards, and Bruce Watson on guitar will present an acoustic performance of their hits on the 50th anniversary date at the Vilar PAC in Beaver Creek.
Throughout 2026, there will be multiple performance formats. The acoustic run of shows at Colorado’s premier ski resorts will be followed by an orchestral tour that commences with a March residency at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas and culminates with an appearance with the San Diego Symphony. In April, FOREIGNER will tour Florida with special guest, original vocalist Lou Gramm as they present ‘FOREIGNER 4 Deluxe’, a presentation of ‘4’ in its entirety together with many of the band’s Top 10 hit songs.
The 50th Anniversary tour will continue throughout June in Europe with a 26-date tour that includes sold out shows throughout Germany, UK, Switzerland, and Scandinavia. On July 23rd, they will commence a co-headline tour with rock & roll legends Lynyrd Skynyrd.
Says Mick Jones,
“When I started FOREIGNER in 1976, I never could have imagined that these songs would carry us through fifty years and still resonate with audiences around the world. This anniversary is a celebration not just of the music, but of the fans who have been with us every step of the way.”
