Ian McDonald was the most impressive rock musician I’d ever heard in concert. I had a view of Ian from a balcony seat overlooking him in the first Foreigner tour. He would put down a sax and pick up a flute and then play a guitar and then play keyboards. It was one instrument after the other all played equally brilliantly. I’ll never forget his musicianship. Lou Gramm and Ed Gagliardi and Mick Jones and Dennis Elliot and Al Greenwood of Foreigner were all tremendous to see in concert. Mick Jones sang lead on “Starrider” and I liked that song. Foreigner’s first album is without a doubt a legendary release and I appreciate your clueing us in on the new version of this recording. The record was fresh and gave a new take on rock with Lou’s vocals, Mick’s guitar and Ian’s multi instrumentalism as well as Dennis and Al’s musical skills.

i have this foreigner album crystal clear precious vinyl and the sound is fantastic chucky winnipeg manitoba canada

I was blown away by the new AP pressing. I agree Star rider is incredible. I bough the original back in 77 so this album has always been special to me. Other standouts for me on this pressing. The vocals on Fool for you anyway and Woman oh Woman.

That group, and that album in particular has tremendous nostalgia for me since I was 14 years old, I was living apart from my family in Maine, and I spent an inordinate amount of time playing pinball in a pizza shop within walking distance of my foster family! In that time I was also getting into Girls! So when I hear those songs, I’m transported! I’m so glad that Chad did this series and I can’t wait to pick up mine! Of course I have OG’s of all of them up until agent provocateur! Lou Graham‘s voice was incredible, and could never be duplicated! To me, they’re just a cover band now! Just like journey without Steve Perry! Speaking of that would be great for analog productions to do those Journey albums too! I’m sure it would be a huge hit! Great episode Mike!

Hey Mike! I am very new to your channel. My cousin had the original Canadian version and I got the "cassette" version when I was a young lad. LOVE the album. You're so right. They knocked it out of the park. As a Canadian?? It truly sucks cost wise but I got Selling England By The Pound by Genesis and Phil Collins' Face Value but now?? I must grab Foreigner's S/T and as much as I hate paying for this?? I LOVE this album and will grab it. Great review my friend. Thanks for inspiring me to purchase the 2LP 45rp. Blessings Big D

This was the first album I ever bought when I was as a kid. And I still have it! So I will be getting the AP version soon. Agree Starrider is one of the best; The Damage is Done is my fave on the album

I'm looking forward to the AP's first few Bad Company and early Ray Charles releases.

Interesting enough I was not that much into Foreigner back then. Today I enjoy their music much more - guess a kind of nostalgia due to the radio listening experience. Regarding the Atlantic 75th series so far I only own the Mingus Blues & Roots which is phenomenal as well. Could be tempted to buy the Phil Collins and Genesis releases - those were always huge for me. Cheers, Boris

Mike, are you gonna get the whole set of Analog Productions Atlantic 75 series?That is 75 records at 60 bucks a pop. I have 4 of them so far and all sound fantastic.

Hi Mike. Just found your channel and love it. Thank you. Quick question, on the 77 pressing of Foreigner, what do you mean by the top end being “edgy”? How do you describe that. I have the original not sure I want to spend the money on the new copy. Thank you Ed

Great review, Mike, but what do you think about "Starrider?" :)