Foreigner has released ‘Fool if You Love Him’, one of 5 previously unreleased songs that will appear on the deluxe version of their 1981 multi-Platinum album “4”, out Sept. 12. It was initially recorded and left unfinished during the album’s recording sessions in New York. Original frontman Lou Gramm returned decades later to add a new verse, and record new vocals.

 

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The ‘80s new wavers have dropped a new nostalgia-fueled synth-pop banger that “celebrates the decade that made them legends,” the band said. ‘I Love the ’80s’ offers “a hairsprayed wink and a shoulder-padded strut” from the singers of the iconic ’80s hit ‘The Safety Dance’. It’s the lead single from the album “Men Without Hats On the Moon”, set for release in October.

 

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Pearl Jam Drummer, Matt Cameron, has left the group. On social media, he wrote: “After 27 fantastic years, I have taken my final steps down the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam.” He sent “much love” to the band members “for inviting me into the band in 1998 and for giving me the opportunity of a lifetime, one filled with friendships, artistry, challenges and laughter.” LINK: https://tinyurl.com/2pfm59w4

Ringo Starr is now happy with the way his biopic is progressing after spending 2 days with director Sam Mendes dealing with script issues. His story will be released in 2028, alongside films focusing on his bandmates. Starr had concerns when he read scenes that feature his first wife, Maureen Starkey Tigrett. He still wonders how Mendes will meet the deadlines attached to the 4-movie project.