Foreigner to perform at Turning Stone
VERONA, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Foreigner, a British-American rock band, will perform at Turning Stone Resort Casino on Saturday, Sept. 20, at 8 p.m.
Foreigner was formed in New York City back in 1976. Some of the band's top hits include 'I Want to Know What Love Is,' 'Waiting for a Girl like You,' and 'Cold as Ice.'
The band was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2024. It has sold more than 80 million albums worldwide.
The band's current lineup includes Kelly Hansen, Jeff Pilson, Michael Bluestein, Bruce Watson, Chris Frazier, and Luis Maldonado.
Artist Presale tickets go on sale Wednesday, April 23. TS Rewards Presale tickets go on sale Thursday, April 24. Tickets will become available to the public on Friday, April 25, at 10 a.m.
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