Huey Lewis & The News on DeBaser: hits, horns, and high-charting hooks

The Profile

Huey Lewis & The News are an American rock band formed in San Francisco in 1979, fronted by singer-harmonica player Huey Lewis (born Hugh Anthony Cregg III). They rose to worldwide fame with the multi-platinum Sports (1983) and its chart-topping follow-up Fore! (1986), and are known for hits like The Power of Love from Back to the Future.

Core members across the classic era included Huey Lewis, Johnny Colla, Bill Gibson, Sean Hopper, Chris Hayes, and Mario Cipollina; several members previously played in Clover. The Power of Love reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1985; Jacob's Ladder hit No. 1 in 1987.

Three reviews chart the band’s 80s peak: Sports storms the US charts (1983/84) with punchy pop-rock and radio-ready hooks. Fore! (1986) confirms success via hit singles, including The Power of Love from Back to the Future. Writers note the band’s R&B/AOR sheen, tight musicianship, and crowd-pleasing live energy. One review treats the Time Flies compilation as breezy, beach-ready fun. Background touches include Clover roots and a solid, seasoned lineup.

Notable Quotes

❝ 63 minutes of carefree fun, but every now and then it's needed....

❝ The intent of Huey Lewis & The News is to entertain and enjoy themselves, talk about everyday life without growling or burning out, as evidenced by the videos supporting the singles extracted from the album, but also to rediscover the initial spirit of Rock'n Roll, of live performances: rock notes and fans' hands reaching towards the stage.