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Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Iconic 70s rock band announces lineup change as frontman quits and replacement is revealed
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ICONIC 70s rock band Foreigner have announced a lineup change, with their frontman quitting for a replacement. Kelly Hansen, 64, who has lead Foreigner for the past 20 years, made the announcement during an appearance on The Voice U.S. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Foreigner have announced a lineup change, with frontman Kelly Hansen quitting Credit: Getty 4 Luis Maldonado will be taking over from him Credit: Getty The six-piece had performed a medley of Feels Like the First Time, I Want to Know What Love Is and Juke Box Hero during last night's live finale. And, at the end or their set, Kelly told fans guitarist Luis Maldonado will be taking over from him. The singer said: 'Being the voice of Foreigner has been one of the greatest honours of my life. 'But it's time to pass the mic. Luis has the voice, the energy, and the soul to carry these songs into the future. I couldn't be prouder to hand this off to him.' Luis, already a familiar face in the band's lineup, shared his excitement about the transition. He gushed: 'This music has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I'm ready to honour Foreigner's legacy and bring my heart to every performance.' The group is currently in the midst of their Historic Farewell Tour, which will wrap up with multiple singers sharing frontman duties. In a move that has kept fans guessing, the band revealed earlier this year that Kelly would not be joining them for their Canadian dates in October, followed by the news that he would also skip shows in Mexico and South America this April. Adding to the uncertainty, Foreigner announced in March that Canadian stage actor and Broadway performer Geordie Brown would be fronting those Canadian shows. It remains unclear whether Louis or Geordie will now take the lead for those dates. Ian McDonald plays with King Crimson at Hyde Park in 1969 Foreigner founder Mick Jones, who no longer performs live but remains involved with the band, reflected on the decision in a statement. He said: 'In 1976, my goal was to assemble the finest group of musicians I could find. Results have shown that it worked! "About thirty years later, Jason Bonham encouraged me to do it all over again and create a brand-new Foreigner, and the magic was still there. "I was especially fortunate in the choice of lead singer. "Kelly Hansen is one of the best front men in our business and over the last twenty years he has breathed new life into our songs. "His boundless energy and flawless talent has helped us climb the mountain and set up the opportunity for Foreigner vocalist and guitarist, Luis Maldonado, to bring us home. "I wish Kelly great happiness in his next endeavors after our summer tour, and I look forward to welcoming Luis to his new position. "Luis was my choice as a guitarist and he has already shown us what he can do on lead vocals by fronting the band in South America to incredible reviews. "He will soon lead the charge that will carry us forward to new heights." Luis' debut as lead vocalist is already underway. This month, Foreigner released two reworked versions of their classic hits - 1981's Urgent and I Want To Know What Love Is from 1984 - both sung in Spanish and featuring Luis on vocals. 4 Kelly made the announcement during an appearance on The Voice U.S. Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Iconic 70s rock band announces lineup change as frontman quits and replacement is revealed
ICONIC 70s rock band Foreigner have announced a lineup change, with their frontman quitting for a replacement. Kelly Hansen, 64, who has lead Foreigner for the past 20 years, made the announcement during an appearance on The Voice U.S. 4 Foreigner have announced a lineup change, with frontman Kelly Hansen quitting Credit: Getty 4 Luis Maldonado will be taking over from him Credit: Getty The six-piece had performed a medley of Feels Like the First Time, I Want to Know What Love Is and Juke Box Hero during last night's live finale. And, at the end or their set, Kelly told fans guitarist Luis Maldonado will be taking over from him. The singer said: 'Being the voice of Foreigner has been one of the greatest honours of my life. 'But it's time to pass the mic. Luis has the voice, the energy, and the soul to carry these songs into the future. I couldn't be prouder to hand this off to him.' read more on rock bands Luis, already a familiar face in the band's lineup, shared his excitement about the transition. He gushed: 'This music has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I'm ready to honour Foreigner's legacy and bring my heart to every performance.' The group is currently in the midst of their Historic Farewell Tour, which will wrap up with multiple singers sharing frontman duties. In a move that has kept fans guessing, the band revealed earlier this year that Kelly would not be joining them for their Canadian dates in October, followed by the news that he would also skip shows in Mexico and South America this April. Most read in Music Adding to the uncertainty, Foreigner announced in March that Canadian stage actor and Broadway performer Geordie Brown would be fronting those Canadian shows. It remains unclear whether Louis or Geordie will now take the lead for those dates. Ian McDonald plays with King Crimson at Hyde Park in 1969 Foreigner founder Mick Jones, who no longer performs live but remains involved with the band, reflected on the decision in a statement. He said: 'In 1976, my goal was to assemble the finest group of musicians I could find. Results have shown that it worked! "About thirty years later, Jason Bonham encouraged me to do it all over again and create a brand-new Foreigner, and the magic was still there. "I was especially fortunate in the choice of lead singer. "Kelly Hansen is one of the best front men in our business and over the last twenty years he has breathed new life into our songs. "His boundless energy and flawless talent has helped us climb the mountain and set up the opportunity for Foreigner vocalist and guitarist, Luis Maldonado, to bring us home. "I wish Kelly great happiness in his next endeavors after our summer tour, and I look forward to welcoming Luis to his new position. "Luis was my choice as a guitarist and he has already shown us what he can do on lead vocals by fronting the band in South America to incredible reviews. "He will soon lead the charge that will carry us forward to new heights." Luis' debut as lead vocalist is already underway. This month, Foreigner released two reworked versions of their classic hits - 1981's Urgent and I Want To Know What Love Is from 1984 - both sung in Spanish and featuring Luis on vocals. 4 Kelly made the announcement during an appearance on The Voice U.S. Credit: Getty 4 The six-piece had performed a medley of their hits Credit: Getty
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
King Crimson's Robert Fripp Recovering After Emergency Heart Surgery
Robert Fripp is recovering after undergoing emergency heart surgery last month, the legendary guitarist has revealed. The King Crimson co-founder shared the news in a YouTube video posted with his wife, singer and actor Toyah Willcox, on May 11. In the clip, the 78-year-old explained that he unknowingly suffered a heart attack in early April while traveling to Italy for a performance with The Orchestra of Crafty Guitarists. More from Billboard Dua Lipa Covers Enrique Iglesias' 'Hero' In Spanish at Madrid Show Tory Lanez Hospitalized Following Prison Stabbing: Report Here's How Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, SZA, Selena Gomez & Lizzo Celebrated Their Moms This Mother's Day Fripp initially believed his symptoms were related to acid reflux. 'I'd been suffering what I considered to be acid reflux for a couple of weeks,' he explained. 'On the Saturday morning I flew, it felt a little bit more.' 'I was in A+E not quite knowing what was going on other than I knew they were going to do something, and an orderly came along and shaved my balls,' Fripp continued. 'Now the dear man, I really didn't wish his job on him at that point. Now this is the thing. So you're concerned with my heart, fine. What are you doing shaving my balls?' Upon landing in Bergamo on April 6, Fripp's companions took him directly to a cardiac hospital instead of waiting for a scheduled doctor's appointment. There, doctors discovered dangerously elevated troponin levels, a protein that indicates damage to the heart. 'You're supposed to have 10 of these, but you've got 500,' a doctor reportedly told him. The guitarist underwent five hours of surgery, followed by intensive care and a second operation. Despite the ordeal, Fripp still managed to perform with the 124-member ensemble at Villa Sancelso. He is now on medication for life and slowly adjusting to the change. 'It was stunning. The audience were prepped with orchestral manoeuvres and it really was a magical event for me,' he added. Willcox, visibly emotional in the video, praised the medical team and expressed her gratitude. 'I'm so proud of you and so grateful to your team who kept us all informed,' she said. Fripp also urged fans to take symptoms seriously. 'If you think you have heartburn or acid reflux, really look into it. It might be something more.' Fripp, widely regarded as one of the most innovative guitarists in rock history, founded King Crimson in 1968. Beyond the band's genre-defying catalog, he's contributed to landmark records from David Bowie, Brian Eno, and Peter Gabriel. In recent years, he's reached a new audience through the couple's viral 'Sunday Lunch' YouTube series, where the two cover rock classics with a theatrical twist. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Legendary Rocker, 78, Recovering After Emergency Heart Surgery
Robert Fripp is grateful that he's alive. Robert, best known as the guitarist and co-founder of King Crimson, gave an update on his life alongside his beloved wife, Toyah Wilcox. In a video posted to their YouTube channel on May 10, the prog rock icon said he'd suffered a heart attack 'but hadn't known it.' 'On Saturday, Apr. 6, I flew to Italy,' said Robert. He was scheduled to perform with 124 members of The Orchestra of Crafty Guitarists at Villa Sancelso in Castione della Presolana. But he could tell something was wrong. 'I'd been suffering what I considered to be acid reflux for a couple of weeks before,' he said. 'I had this in 2019, and though, 'oh, just a little acid reflux. I'd deal with this.' But on the Saturday morning I flew, it felt a little bit more.' Robert arranged a doctor's visit in Italy, but upon his arrival in Bergamo, his companions didn't take any chances. They took him straight to 'the leading cardiac hospital in Italy.' 'I was in A&E thinking, 'Oh, they're going to give me a prescription for acid reflux,'' said Robert, before the doctor gave him the news. ''You're supposed to have 10 of these, but you've got 500 of them,'' said Robert, likely referring to his troponin levels ('That's a measurement in your blood,' said Toyah). High troponin levels can indicate a heart attack, according to MedlinePlus. Toyah said her husband underwent five hours of surgery, intensive care, and then a second operation.'My husband has never had anything wrong with them,' said Tonyah. 'He's only had one stay in hospital when he was about 22. He's not experienced [a] hospital as perhaps many times as women have, especially at my age.' 'I'm so proud of you and so grateful to your team who kept us all informed,' she added, wiping away tears. After the surgeries, Robert still managed to make the gig and play with all of his "friends." The rock legend is now on medication for life, and his wife says he's 'getting used to the balance." A very "fortunate" Robert then advised everyone watching: 'If you think you have heartburn or acid reflux, really look into it. It might be something more.'
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Robert Fripp Recently Suffered Heart Attack and Underwent Two Emergency Surgeries
The post Robert Fripp Recently Suffered Heart Attack and Underwent Two Emergency Surgeries appeared first on Consequence. Robert Fripp recently suffered a heart attack and underwent two emergency surgeries in Italy. The legendary King Crimson guitarist detailed the experience alongside his wife, Toyah Willcox, in an installment of the couple's 'Upbeat Moments' YouTube series. The heart attack occurred as he was embarking on a flight to Italy last month to perform at an Orchestra of Crafty Guitarists event at Castione della Presolana in Bergamo. He was suffering from chest pains that he assumed to be acid reflux, but still decided to fly, arranging for an appointment with a doctor once he reached Italy. However, once he arrived in Bergamo, he was taken to a hospital to be tested before being admitted to intensive care, where he underwent two emergency surgeries. He was diagnosed as suffering from a trifurcated artery, and he had a pair of stents inserted during the two surgeries. Given the typically joyful nature Robert and Toyah's videos, the King Crimson founder managed to make light of the scary situation with some comic relief. 'Well here's the interesting bit,' said Fripp. 'I was in A&E [Accident and Emergency] not quite knowing what was going on other than I knew they were going to do something, and an orderly came along and shaved my balls!' Fripp, who turns 79 years old this Friday (May 16th), continued, 'Now the dear man, I really didn't wish his job on him at that point. Now this is the thing. So you're concerned with my heart, fine. What are you doing shaving my balls?' Editor's PickToyah said that the language barrier in Italy made it difficult to communicate with the medical staff, and at one point, Fripp mistakenly removed his clothing when he was asked what he wanted to eat. 'They were complex moments,' Fripp laughed. Thankfully everything else seems to have went well. Editor's PickWhile Toyah quipped that the couple are 'not allowed any nookie for a month,' as Fripp recovers over the next six to eight weeks, they will continue their famous 'Sunday Lunch' performance videos in the meantime. Fripp was also able to still direct the guitar show at Castione della Presolana a week after his surgeries. Below you can see the couple's video discussing Fripp's heart attack and surgeries. Popular Posts Drummer Chris Adler Opens Up on What Led to Firing from Lamb of God Stephen King's The Long Walk Movie Gets Long-Awaited Trailer: Watch Say It in Ghor: How Andor Brought a Brand New Language to Star Wars Metallica Perform "Enter Sandman" at Virginia Tech Stadium 25 Years After It Became School Tradition: Watch Jazz Pianist Matthew Shipp Derides André 3000's New Piano Project: "Complete and Utter Crap" Nicolas Cage Says He Is "Mistaken" for Nick Cave Almost Every Day Subscribe to Consequence's email digest and get the latest breaking news in music, film, and television, tour updates, access to exclusive giveaways, and more straight to your inbox.
