FOREIGNERS JOURNEY amazes audiences worldwide with their HIGH-ENERGY authentic tribute to Rock and Roll’s iconic bands, Foreigner and Journey. Fusing the music of these two BEST-SELLING rock acts, a FOREIGNERS JOURNEY show packs a double punch for fans of both bands.
Featuring legendary top hits and power ballads such as, “Feels Like the First Time,” “Hot Blooded,” “I Want to Know What Love Is,” “Separate Ways,” “Anyway You Want It,” and “Don’t Stop Believing” to name a few. To nail these songs is no easy task, and frontman Keith Carmichael stuns audiences with his limitless vocal range and identical tone. FOREIGNERS JOURNEY delivers a POWERHOUSE PERFORMANCE and an UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE!
Band Members
Keith Carmichael: The Voice
Vocals
Frontman Keith Carmichael amazes audiences with his limitless vocal range and identical tone. A performer since the age of 13, Carmichael has toured the USA with renowned acts. His video of Foreigners Journey performing the Journey classic “Faithfully,” received more than one million views. Carmichael’s goal is to “combine the music of Foreigner and Journey into one unforgettable experience for fans.” Carmichael delivers a memorable powerhouse performance with his high-energy stage presence and Rockstar talent.
Peter Konstantakos
Guitars
Peter Konstantakos hails from New Bedford, MA; studied Music at UMASS; and embarked on his musical journey by playing in an all-original Rhode Island-based rock band, The Dolls, who successfully released two records. In 1991, Peter‘s talent as a guitarist caught the attention of Hamer Guitars and their endorsement. Seeking new opportunities, he made the move to FL in 2001. Since then, Peter has been actively involved in the local Tampa Bay music scene, playing with various bands including Nation. Always pursuing his passion for music, Peter’s greatest achievement came in June 2023 when he joined Foreigners Journey as their lead guitarist.
Carter MacDowell
Bass
Carter MacDowell is renowned for his high-energy, powerful presence on stage. This experienced bassist rocked the Florida circuit in the 90’s playing in premier house bands at well-known venues including Club R, JJ Whispers, GB Reefs, and Jani Lane’s Sunset Strip. Carter currently tours nationally as the bass player in Foreigners Journey. Carter has a B.S. in advertising from The University of Florida and attended The University of Miami on a scholarship for a program in studio music and jazz.
Antonio Exposito
Keyboards
Antonio Exposito has been a producer and live session musician for over two decades. His career in the music business started at a young age. Growing up in Puerto Rico, he was exposed to diverse musical styles and rhythms. He started piano lessons at age 11, and by 16, he began playing with local bands.
At 18, he became a regular at the local club circuit and worked with established artists from Puerto Rico. After four years of majoring in popular music and piano in college, he pursued his passion of working on musical productions as an arranger, session musician, songwriter, and producer. He‘s written and co-written songs for several artists in Latin and pop genres. In 2008, he delved into the Latin, urban, hip hop scene, working as musical director and keyboardist for Puerto Rican superstar Daddy Yankee, a position he held for four years. Based out of Central Florida, he’s toured internationally and performed at awards shows including the Latin Grammys on several occasions. He also toured, recorded, and performed with Menudo, Tommy Torres, Rio Roma, Tiffany, Classic Albums Live, Pharrell Williams, Bad Bunny, J Balvin, Jon Anderson, Michael W. Smith, and Justin Bieber. Antonio plays Yamaha keyboards and has been an official Yamaha artist since 2010.
Luis “Brooks” Torres
Drums
A San Juan-born Puerto Rican, Luis "Brooks" Torres grew up listening to 70‘s music thanks to his brother and later discovered his love for percussion instruments. In the early 80’s, he performed in various bands with the dream of becoming a full-time musician. In 1992, he joined the pop rock band Now or Never and recorded the band‘s second CD, Contigo Me Llevaras which led them to appear on top TV and radio shows in Puerto Rico. In 2000, he became the drummer for Planet 80’s, the top cover band in Puerto Rico, and they played prestigious venues on the Island. Eventually they changed their name to Project 80’s and continued their success touring to other islands including the U.S. Virgin Islands. Additionally, Brooks played the Puerto Rican superstar pop ballad singer, Wilkins.
In 2014, Brooks moved to Florida with his family. He performed with top tier tribute bands and played at large-scale corporate events. In 2022, Brooks found his home as the drummer for Foreigners Journey and contributed to the band’s achievements while furthering his professional career.