Foreigner Releasing Live Version of 'Feels Like the First Time'

The iconic rock band's live performance of the classic track will feature three different lead singers.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 9:00am

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An extreme close-up of shimmering, textured sequins in metallic silver and gold, capturing the glitz and energy of a rock music performance.The live recording of Foreigner's classic hit 'Feels Like the First Time' celebrates the band's enduring popularity and ability to adapt with different lead vocalists over the years.NYC Today

Foreigner is set to release a live recording of their hit song 'Feels Like the First Time' on April 17 as the first single from their forthcoming album 'In the Eye of the Storm.' The album is the soundtrack to the band's 50th anniversary concert film, which was shot in New York despite torrential weather. The new version of the song will feature vocals from original singer Lou Gramm, 20-year Foreigner singer Kelly Hansen, and current lead Luis Maldonado.

Why it matters

Foreigner is one of the most iconic rock bands of the 1970s and 1980s, with a catalog of hit songs that have endured for decades. The release of this special live recording of 'Feels Like the First Time' celebrates the band's longevity and their ability to adapt with different lead vocalists over the years.

The details

The 'In the Eye of the Storm' soundtrack will be released on July 17, with the concert film expected to hit theaters sometime this summer. The song's release also coincides with the opening of the Foreigner musical 'Feels Like The First Time' at Long Island University's Post campus, running from April 17-26.

  • The live recording of 'Feels Like the First Time' will be released on April 17, 2026.
  • The 'In the Eye of the Storm' soundtrack will be released on July 17, 2026.
  • The Foreigner musical 'Feels Like The First Time' will run from April 17-26, 2026.

The players

Foreigner

An iconic rock band formed in 1976, known for hit songs like 'Feels Like the First Time,' 'I Want to Know What Love Is,' and 'Juke Box Hero.'

Lou Gramm

The original lead singer of Foreigner, known for his powerful vocals on the band's biggest hits.

Kelly Hansen

The lead singer of Foreigner for the past 20 years, who has helped the band maintain their popularity with new generations of fans.

Luis Maldonado

The current lead singer of Foreigner, who will be featured on the new live recording of 'Feels Like the First Time.'

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What’s next

Foreigner will play a string of Florida shows with original frontman Lou Gramm starting April 17, and they'll also hit the road this summer with Lynyrd Skynyrd on the Double Trouble Double Vision Tour, which starts July 23 in Atlanta.

The takeaway

The release of this special live recording of 'Feels Like the First Time' celebrates Foreigner's enduring legacy and their ability to adapt with different lead vocalists over the decades, showcasing the band's continued relevance and appeal to music fans.