Foreigner: Lou Gramm vs Kelly Hansen - Who Did It Better?

TLDRThis video compares the performances of Lou Gramm and Kelly Hansen as lead vocalists of the band Foreigner. Lou Gramm is praised for his tone, range, and songwriting skills, while Kelly Hansen is commended for his energy and showmanship. However, the lack of original band members in Kelly's lineup is noted. Despite this, Lou Gramm is favored as the superior vocalist.

Key insights

🎤Lou Gramm is considered one of the greatest rock vocalists of all time.

👨‍🎤Kelly Hansen brings a different energy and stage presence to Foreigner.

🎶Lou Gramm's vocals are characterized by a bright and clear tone.

🔄Kelly Hansen's sound has a throaty and girthy quality.

🎵The original lineup of Foreigner contributed to the band's signature sound.

Q&A

Who is Lou Gramm?

Lou Gramm is the original lead vocalist of Foreigner and is regarded as one of the greatest rock vocalists of all time.

Who is Kelly Hansen?

Kelly Hansen is the current lead vocalist of Foreigner and has been with the band since 2005. He was previously a member of the band Hurricane.

Which vocalist is better?

Opinions may vary, but Lou Gramm is often regarded as the superior vocalist due to his unique tone and songwriting abilities.

Did Foreigner write any new music with Kelly Hansen?

Foreigner did release new music with Kelly Hansen as the lead vocalist, but the band's popularity and impact were mostly associated with the songs from the Lou Gramm era.

What is the main difference between Lou Gramm and Kelly Hansen's vocal styles?

Lou Gramm's vocals are characterized by a bright and clear tone, while Kelly Hansen's vocals have a throaty and girthy quality to them.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction and personal bias towards Lou Gramm

01:00Lou Gramm's strengths as a rock vocalist

02:20Comparison between Lou Gramm and Kelly Hansen

04:38Lou Gramm's performance analysis

05:37Kelly Hansen's performance analysis

07:02Comparing vocal styles: Lou Gramm vs Kelly Hansen

08:26Lou Gramm's distinctive vocal qualities

09:35Kelly Hansen's vocal qualities and stage presence