Foreigner - 4 (2LP, 45RPM)
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Mick Jones, lead guitar, keyboards, background vocals
Lou Gramm, lead vocals, percussion
Dennis Elliott, drums, background vocals
Rick Wills, bass guitar, background vocals
Written by Gramm (A1, A2, B2, C1, D1, D2), Jones (A1,A2,A3, B1, B2, C1, C2, C3), Greenwood (D2), McDonald (D1)
2 LP, gatefold jacket
Limited Edition
Original analog Master tape : YES
Heavy Press : 180g
Record color : black
Speed : 45RPM
Size : 12”
Stereo
Studio
Record Press : QRP
Label : Analogue Productions - Atlantic 75 Series
Original Label : Atlantic
Recorded December 1980−April 1981 at Electric Lady Studios, New York City
Engineered by Dave Wittman
Produced by Mick Jones, Robert John "Mutt" Lange
Remastered by Krieg Wunderlich
Originally released in 1981
Reissued in 2024
Tracks:
Side A:
- Night Life
- Juke Box Hero
- Break It Up
Side B:
- Waiting for a Girl Like You
- Luanne
Side C:
- Urgent
- I'm Gonna Win
Side D:
- Woman in Black
- Girl on the Moon
- Don't Let Go
Reviews :
Throughout the course of three late-70s albums, Foreigner (along with Journey and Styx) was recognized as one of the top AOR bands of the era. But the band was still looking for that grand slam of a record that would push them to the very top of the heap.
Released in 1981, 4 would be that album, writes AllMusic.
In producer Robert John "Mutt" Lange — fresh off his massive success with AC/DC's Back in Black — guitarist and all-around mastermind Mick Jones found both the catalyst to achieve this and his perfect musical soulmate. Lange's legendary obsessive attention to detail and Jones' highly disciplined guitar heroics (which he never allowed to get in the way of a great song) resulted in a collaboration of unprecedented, sparkling efficiency where not a single note is wasted.
"Nightlife" kicks off a series of energetic and nearly flawless melodic rock songs on the album. Within this collection, you'll find tracks like "Woman in Black," "Don't Let Go," and the '50s-inspired "Luanne." However, the standout gem in this album is "Juke Box Hero." This song manages to be both a mainstream hit and exceptionally unique. It blends heavy metal guitar riffs, harmonized vocals, and lyrics that capture the desire to become a rock star.
But there's more to this album. It also includes the essential power ballad, "Waiting for a Girl Like You." This emotional song transcended genres, becoming one of the most successful tearjerkers of the decade. It's a constant presence on soft rock radio and has overshadowed another beautiful ballad from the album called "Girl on the Moon."
And let's not forget the surprising and funky "Urgent." This track stands out as one of the band's most memorable and uncharacteristic smash hits, thanks to Junior Walker's signature saxophone solo.
As awesome as the music is this definitive deluxe 180-gram 45 RPM 2LP package. Foreigner 4 has never sounded better!
Ratings :
AllMusic : 4,5 / 5 , Discogs : 4,05 / 5