Huey Lewis and The News - Collected (2LP)
Collected brings together the essential recordings of Huey Lewis and The News, highlighting the band’s knack for sharp songwriting, tight musicianship and radio-ready hooks. Emerging in the early 1980s, the group blended rock, pop and rhythm and blues influences into a sound that felt energetic, accessible and unmistakably American.
This collection spans their biggest hits, including tracks like “The Power of Love,” “Hip to Be Square” and “If This Is It,” each built around punchy horn sections, driving rhythms and Huey Lewis’s warm, confident vocals. The songs capture a sense of optimism and straightforward storytelling, delivered with a polished but never overproduced feel.
What makes Huey Lewis and The News stand out is their consistency. The band’s arrangements are tight and purposeful, with every instrument serving the groove. There’s a timeless quality to their music, balancing upbeat anthems with reflective mid-tempo tracks that showcase their versatility.
Collected serves as both a reminder of the band’s commercial success and a celebration of their enduring appeal. It’s a comprehensive overview of a group that mastered the art of crafting memorable, feel-good songs without sacrificing musicianship, making it an ideal introduction for new listeners and a satisfying retrospective for longtime fans.