Description
The Heart Of Rock & Roll (The Best Of Huey Lewis And The News) / Chrysalis Audio CD 1992
UPC 094632193421
The Heart of Rock & Roll – The Best of Huey Lewis and The News is a compilation album by American rock band Huey Lewis and the News, released in 1992. It includes singles and album tracks from five of the band's studio albums―Huey Lewis and the News (1980), Picture This (1982), Sports (1983), Fore! (1986) and Small World (1988)―plus two tracks from the Back to the Future soundtrack (1985) and a live B-side.
Summary:
A Journey Through the Decades with Huey Lewis and The News
"The Heart of Rock & Roll – The Best of Huey Lewis and The News" is a compilation album that epitomizes the energetic and soulful essence of one of America’s beloved rock bands. Released in 1992, this album is a vibrant collection that showcases the band's journey from their self-titled debut in 1980 through to their 1988 album "Small World." It's a musical odyssey that captures the spirit of the 80s and beyond, including cherished tracks from the iconic "Back to the Future" soundtrack.
A Tapestry of Rock and Pop
The album is a masterful blend of rock and pop genres, with a strong leaning towards pop-rock, a style that has come to be synonymous with Huey Lewis and The News. Their music, characterized by catchy hooks and smooth harmonies, has an enduring appeal that transcends generations.
Diverse and Dynamic Tracklist
- Power Of Love (3:54)
- Hip To Be Square (4:03)
- Do You Believe In Love (3:27)
- If This Is It (3:52)
- Some Of My Lies Are True (3:21)
- Workin' For A Livin' (Live) (4:02)
- Bad Is Bad (3:47)
- I Want A New Drug (3:30)
- The Heart Of Rock & Roll (4:04)
- Heart And Soul (4:12)
- Jacob's Ladder (3:30)
- Stuck With You (4:26)
- Trouble In Paradise (3:10)
- Walking On A Thin Line (4:02)
- Perfect World (4:05)
- Small World (Part One) (3:53)
- Back In Time (4:18)
Each track is a reminder of the band's versatility and their ability to create music that resonates with fans of all ages.
Product Details and Packaging
- Label: Chrysalis – 094632193421
- Format: CD, Compilation
- Country: Holland
- Released: 1992
- Genre: Rock, Pop
- Style: Pop Rock
- UPC: 094632193421
Produced by Bill Schnee (tracks 5, 13) and Huey Lewis & The News (tracks 1 to 4, 6 to 12, 14 to 17), this album is a testament to the band's creative control and artistic vision.
Conclusion
"The Heart of Rock & Roll – The Best of Huey Lewis and The News" is more than just a compilation; it's a celebration of a band that has left an indelible mark on the landscape of American music. This album is a must-have for fans and a perfect introduction for those new to the vibrant world of Huey Lewis and The News. It’s a timeless collection that continues to bring joy and energy to listeners worldwide.
- Producer – Bill Schnee (tracks: 5, 13), Huey Lewis & The News (tracks: 1 to 4, 6 to 12, 14 to 17)
