Foreigners finally enter the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, after being eligible for induction for more than 20 years. The legendary rock act was announced Sunday night (April 21) as part of the institution's Class of 2024 alongside Ozzy Osbourne, Cher and more.
Although truly deserving, Foreigner may have been helped by a campaign led by Mark Ronson (see below) featuring Dave Grohl, Josh Homme, Slash, Chad Smith and Jack Black, calling for the successful classic rock band to be inducted. this year. .
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Guitarist Mick Jones acknowledged the honor with a statement listing classic band members Lou Gramm, Dennis Elliot, Al Greenwood, Rick Wills, the late Ed Gagliardi and the late Ian McDonald. He also mentioned a “new era of inclusivity” of Rock Hall that finally allowed Foreigner to be included.
“I was thrilled to learn of Foreigner's nomination, and this confirmation of our upcoming membership in the home of my peers is an invaluable highlight of my career,” Jones said. “October 19 will be an emotional day for me, Lou, Al, Dennis and Rick, and a very special time for Ian and Ed's families.”
He added. “The leadership of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame President John Sykes and Nominating Committee Chairman Rick Krim has ushered in a new era of inclusion and relevance that reflects everything the Hall of Fame should be about.” of Rock & Roll, and we are proud. to be part of it. Long may this continue.”
Jones is the only classical member still in Foreigner, although he recently revealed that a battle with Parkinson's disease has largely kept him off the stage. Meanwhile, Gramm, who performs with his solo band, recently announced that he will retire from touring at the end of this year.
Foreigner's ongoing farewell tour will continue with a co-headlining North American outing with Styx beginning June 11 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Get up tickets here.
Foreigner's manager Phil Carson mentioned that Foreigner will be adding some special shows to their itinerary following the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announcement: “Foreigner will shortly announce a pause on our farewell tour to play some additional shows as a thank you.” by hundreds of thousands of fan votes. The original members, soon to be members of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, often appear with the band and that is always a welcome experience.”
This year's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will stream live October 19 from Cleveland on Disney+ and will be available to stream on Hulu starting the following day.
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