Foreigner founder Mick Jones has revealed that he has been battling with Parkinson’s disease for “several years”.
Jones has been unable to perform with the band since 2022 due to health issues, which have been partly down to a neurodegenerative disorder.
This disorder includes symptoms including stiffness, tremor, slow mobility, and balance problems.
“I am doing alright” – Jones Releases Statement
Since then, Mick Jones has released this statement, confirming his ongoing battle with Parkinson’s disease.
“Fans will have become very aware that for some time now, I have not been performing onstage with the band. Several years ago, I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. I want everyone to know that I am doing alright,” Jones wrote on social media.
“However, I’ve always liked to be at my best when performing onstage, and sadly, at present, I find that a bit difficult. I am still very much involved in the background with Foreigner and remain a presence,” he added.
“Parkinson’s is a daily struggle; the important thing is to persevere and remind myself of the wonderful career I’ve had in music. I thank all the fans who have supported Foreigner throughout the years and continue to attend our concerts — I want you to know I appreciate your support; it always means so very much to me, but especially so at this point in my life”.
See this post in full here.
Earlier this week, Mick Jones’ stepson Mark Ronson launched a campaign to induct Foreigner into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
In a lengthy post shared via social media, Ronson shared a video which includes several household names from the world of rock music, making a case for Foreigner’s case for an induction.
“Everything that made me want to be a record producer came from being in the studio watching Foreigner make records. I’m still completely in awe of the sound of those first five albums. Guitars with swagger and bite”, Ronson wrote on social media.
“Heavy drums that groove like a mutha with the bass. Wide layers of synths. And then there’s that voice. And those songs. It’s really crazy”.
Check that out and Nova’s report on it here.
