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In episode twenty‑four of Skip’d, Rob & Mike crank up the arena lights and dive into Foreigner’s 1981 juggernaut 4 — the multi‑platinum monster that reshaped the band’s sound and cemented their place in rock history. Packed with glossy production, razor‑sharp songwriting, and Lou Gramm’s powerhouse vocals, 4 is the moment Foreigner evolved from hard‑rock hitmakers into stadium‑filling titans. From the pulse of “Urgent” to the immortal power‑ballad glow of “Waiting for a Girl Like You,” this album became the soundtrack for late‑night drives, neon‑lit jukeboxes, and every moment that demanded extra drama.

What’s inside:

• A breakdown of classics like “Juke Box Hero,” “Urgent,” and the slow‑burn perfection of “Waiting for a Girl Like You”
• A look at how 4 marked a major sonic shift — exploring the band’s altered line-up, Mutt Lange’s high‑gloss production, and the album’s push toward a more radio‑dominant, synth‑enhanced sound
• Reflections on the album’s massive commercial impact, the tensions behind its creation, and whether 4 represents Foreigner at their creative peak or their most calculated reinvention
• Plus the time that Mike attempts to re-create his own synth noises that even Gary Newman would be proud of.

Stream Skip’d on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio fix. Got an album that defined your youth, your record collection, or your idea of what rock should sound like? Send it our way — Rob & Mike will put it to the test and decide if it’s truly unskippable.