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 01. "Feels Like the First Time" 02. "Cold As Ice" 03. "Starrider" 04. "Headknocker" 05. "The Damage Is Done" 06. "Long, Long Way From Home" 07. "Woman Oh Woman" 08. "At War With The World" 09. "Fool For You Anyway" 10. "I Need You"
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| | Description: | Foreigner's debut spawned massive FM hits "Feels Like the First Time," and "Cold as Ice"
180-gram 45 RPM double LP
Mastered directly from the original master tape by Ryan K. Smith at Sterling Sound
Pressed at Quality Record Pressings and RTI
Tip-on old style gatefold double pocket jackets with film lamination by Stoughton Printing
Hybrid Stereo SACD
Mastered directly from the original master tape by Ryan K. Smith at Sterling Sound
Arena rock heroes Foreigner crushed with their 1977 self-titled album debut, spawning some of the biggest FM hits of that year, including the anthemic "Feels Like the First Time" and "Cold as Ice," both of which were anchored â?? like most of Foreigner's songs â?? by the muscular but traditional riffing of guitarist Mick Jones, the soaring vocals of Lou Gramm, and the state-of-the-art rock production values of the day, which AllMusic reviewer Andy Hinds says allowed the band to sound hard but polished.
The architect behind Foreigner's extraordinary catalog, Mick Jones has crafted some of rock music's most enduring songs. Grammy and Golden Globe-nominated songwriter, performer and producer and winner of the prestigious Ivor Novello songwriter award in 1998, Jones first began playing guitar in his early teens.
After starting his own rock band and opening for the Rolling Stones in pubs across South London, Mick's first big break came in 1964 when he moved to Paris and was hired to play with French singer Sylvie Vartan.
After a brief stint in England to reform the band Spooky Tooth, Jones moved to New York City and formed Foreigner with Ian McDonald and Dennis Elliott and Americans Lou Gram, Alan Greenwood and Ed Gagliardi.
Foreigner defined a generation of rock music to people across the globe. From its iconic debut album, the band moved on to record-breaking hits including "I Want To Know What Love Is," "Waiting for a Girl Like You," "Double Vision," "Hot Blooded," "Juke Box Hero" and many more.
Now on 180-gram 45 RPM double LP you'll hear Foreigner in all its phenomenal glory. Mastered from the original tape by Ryan K. Smith at Sterling Sound, this reissue rocks. Double LP cut at 45 RPM, pressed at Quality Record Pressings and RTI, and housed in a Stoughton Printing tip-on old style gatefold jacket. That's how you upgrade a classic. - LIMITED NUMBERED EDITIONBlockbuster 1977 Debut Packed With Anthemic Classic Rock Hits and Heroic Guitar RiffsFeels Like the First Time: You've Never Heard Foreigner Sound So Immediate, Detailed, Warm, and Dynamic in AnalogSystem-Testing Sonics: Half-Speed Mastered from the Original Master TapesBlissful feelings arise at the mere mention of 70s arena rock. It gives listeners the permission to have fun, sing along to aircraft-hangar-size choruses, play air guitar solos, forget about any troubles, recall the experience of a first kiss, and quite simply, rock out. Few albums better instill these pleasures than Foreigner's 1977 self-titled debut album, a five-times platinum blockbuster chock full of salacious riffs, soaring vocals, edgy beats, and lyrics that practically demand to be shouted. And while the record has always boasted clean, immediate production, never before has it exploded with the dynamic intensity and rich transparency now made possible on Mobile Fidelity's dynamic 180g LP. This is what rock n' roll dreams are made of.Spearheaded by guitar hero Mick Jones, fresh off success with Spooky Tooth, Foreigner rallied around a talented collective pulled from the U.S. and U.K. Joining up with former King Crimson instrumentalist Ian McDonald and drummer Dennis Elliott, as well as keyboardist Al Greenwood and bassist Ed Gagliardi, Jones completed the puzzle with the addition of extraordinary singer Lou Gramm, whose vocal timbre and limitless pipes remain one of the most instantly identifiable combinations in music. Before long, two eternal radio classics - 'Feels Like the First Time' and 'Cold As Ice,' composed on a miniature piano and inspired by Hollywood star Joan Crawford - were in the bag. Eight more tunes, each as solid as those that came before, followed, and Foreigner quickly became an overnight rock sensation.In contrast to much of the era's angrier fare and crudely produced music, Foreigner stood out by way of it's clean, muscular, professional production. Still, Mobile Fidelity believed that underneath the surfaces, an even fresher, bigger-sounding record loomed. Half-speed mastered from the original master tapes, MoFi's 180g LP presents the sextet's roof-raising anthems and scintillating blend of guitars, synths, and Gramm's soulful vocals across a wider, deeper soundstage than ever before imagined. Instrumental separation, tonal balance, and imaging are absolutely superb. Better still, the songs come across with an assertive liveliness that adds to their enjoyment, structure, and melodic character. The accessory flutes, saxophones, and synthesizer solos have never sounded so enmeshed within the overall sonic fabric. Get ready to hear your new favorite 70s rock album and push the limits of your system's dynamics.1/4' / 15 IPS analog master to DSD 64 to analog console to latheTrack Listing:Side One1. Feels Like the First Time (Jones) - 3:49 2. Cold as Ice (Jones, Gramm) - 3:19 3. Starrider (Greenwood, Jones) - 4:01 4. Headknocker (Gramm, Jones) - 2:58 5. The Damage Is Done (Jones, Gramm) - 4:15 Side Two1. Long, Long Way from Home (Jones, Gramm, McDonald) - 2:53 2. Woman Oh Woman (Jones) - 3:49 3. At War with the World (Jones) - 4:18 4. Fool for You Anyway (Jones) - 4:15 5. I Need You (Gramm, Jones) - 5:09Special limited edition.
Half-speed production and mastering by Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab.
Specially plated and pressed on 180 grams of High Definition vinyl.
Special static free - dust free inner sleeve.
1/4" / 15 IPS analog master to DSD 64The self-titled debut album "Foreigner" appears here as a high-quality LP edition from the renowned audiophile label Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab (Mfsl). Originally released in the late 1970s, this record laid the foundation for Foreigner's global success by combining powerful rock riffs, melodic hooks and radio-friendly songwriting. On this LP, the band presents a blend of classic rock and melodic AOR with instantly memorable choruses, dynamic guitar work and expressive vocals that helped define the sound of arena rock for years to come. The track selection captures Foreigner at a formative peak, with songs that move from energetic rock anthems to more mid-tempo, atmospheric pieces, all produced with a strong sense for melody and tension.
This Mfsl LP pressing focuses on superior sound reproduction, with careful remastering from the best available sources and meticulous manufacturing standards to reduce noise and enhance detail. Listeners can expect a wider stereo image, more transparency in the midrange and tighter, more controlled bass, making the familiar songs sound more immediate and immersive. The sturdy vinyl and high-quality packaging underline the premium character of this edition and make it attractive for both audiophiles and collectors who want to experience this classic in a refined form.
Foreigner, founded in the mid-1970s, quickly rose to international fame as one of the leading rock bands of their era. Characterized by the distinctive guitar work of Mick Jones and the powerful voice of Lou Gramm, the band became known for combining rock energy with melodic finesse. Across their career they achieved multiple platinum albums, worldwide tours and a long list of hit singles that have become staples of classic rock radio. The debut "Foreigner" is a key part of that success story, marking the start of a catalogue that would influence generations of rock and AOR artists.
Mfsl (Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab) is a specialist audiophile label known for its high-end reissues of important albums in rock, jazz, pop and other genres. With a focus on faithful, high-resolution mastering and top-grade pressing quality, Mfsl editions are designed for listeners who value soundstage, detail and dynamic range. The label is widely respected among collectors for its careful curation of titles, attention to source material and premium presentation, turning classic albums like "Foreigner" into reference-grade listening experiences. | | | No. of tracks: |
10 |
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MFSL 1-338 |
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