Renowned Foreigner vocalist Kelly Hansen has officially announced that he will be unable to join the band on their upcoming tour in Latin America this spring. However, fans can look forward to a special guest stepping in to fill his shoes during this exciting period. In a heartfelt statement, Hansen shared, “Due to some personal issues, I must limit my appearances outside of the USA this year. Unfortunately, this means I will be missing Foreigner’s South American tour.” He expressed confidence in his bandmate, Luis Maldonado, who has been working on recording some of the band’s classic hits in Spanish. Maldonado will take on the majority of the vocals, alongside Lou Gramm, who will be making special guest appearances during these performances. Hansen concluded with excitement, saying, “I know they will smash it!”

The much-anticipated tour is set to kick off on April 28 in Mexico City. However, the details surrounding the specific “issues” that have led to Hansen’s absence from international performances remain unclear at this time. This announcement has left fans speculating about the nature of these circumstances and how they may impact future events.

Additionally, it was previously revealed that Hansen would not be part of the band’s performances in Canada this coming October and November. When inquiries were made regarding this situation, Foreigner’s publicist commented, “Due to certain circumstances, Kelly cannot spend extended time outside of the U.S., so he will be sitting out this tour. Geordie will be performing at all of the shows during this leg of the tour.” This announcement further emphasizes Hansen’s current limitations regarding travel and performances, raising questions among fans about his future with the band.

Discover the Last Memorable Performance of Lou Gramm with Foreigner

The most recent occasion when Lou Gramm sang with Foreigner was on March 15, during an electrifying concert in Clearwater, Florida. During this unforgettable evening, he graced the stage to perform two of the band’s iconic songs during the encore, namely “I Want to Know What Love Is” and “Hot Blooded.” This moment marked a significant highlight for fans, as Gramm’s powerful vocals brought a nostalgic energy to the performance, reminding everyone of the legendary status he holds within the band.