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Foreigner Bids Emotional Farewell, Welcomes New Frontman

10/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Foreigner held its final concert with frontman Kelly Hansen on October 11, 2025, at Hard Rock Live in Atlantic City.
Hansen delivered an emotional farewell, thanking fans and bandmates, and performing "I Want to Know What Love Is."
Luis Maldonado, with the band since 2021 and who filled in during Hansen's absence, will become frontman.
Founding member Mick Jones praised Hansen and Maldonado, as Foreigner plans to tour through March 2026.

History

Historical Context

Foreigner, formed in 1976, became one of rock's best-selling bands, with over 80 million records sold. Their final concert with frontman Kelly Hansen on October 11, 2025, marked a pivotal moment in rock history, transitioning to Luis Maldonado. This evolution reflects the band's enduring legacy and the challenges of staying relevant in a dynamic music industry, especially as they prepare for a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction in 2024.

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Story summary

Foreigner held its final concert with frontman Kelly Hansen on October 11, 2025, at Hard Rock Live in Atlantic City.
Hansen delivered an emotional farewell, thanking fans and bandmates, and performing "I Want to Know What Love Is."
Luis Maldonado, with the band since 2021 and who filled in during Hansen's absence, will become frontman.
Founding member Mick Jones praised Hansen and Maldonado, as Foreigner plans to tour through March 2026.

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