Summary: Huey Lewis and The News released their third studio album, Sports, in 1983. The album was a commercial success, spawning third top-ten singles. The album was a departure from their previous work, introducing a more pop-rock sound and a more expansive musical range. It was a critical success and remains a fan favorite to this day.

About the Artist: Huey Lewis and The News are an American rock band from San Francisco, California. The band consists of Huey Lewis (vocals, harmonica), Johnny Colla (guitar, saxophone, vocals), Bill Gibson (drums), Sean Hopper (keyboards, vocals), and Mario Cipollina (bass, vocals). They achieved mainstream success with their albums Picture This (1982) and Sports (1983). Their music is a blend of rock, blues, and pop, with a strong emphasis on vocal harmonies.

About the Record: Sports is the third studio album by Huey Lewis and The News. The album (this is a stereo one and is produced by Huey Lewis and the news) was a commercial and critical success, garnering three top-ten singles. The album was a departure from their previous work, introducing a more pop-rock sound and a more expansive musical range. The album features a mix of upbeat, energetic songs and slower, more introspective tracks. Standout tracks include “The Heart of Rock & Roll”, “I Want a New Drug”, and “If This Is It”.

About the Cover: The cover of Sports features a photograph of the band members in front of a bar. The image is meant to evoke a sense of nostalgia and the classic rock sound of the album. The cover has become iconic and is widely recognized as a classic album cover.

About the Lyrics and Music: The lyrics and music of Sports are a blend of rock, pop, and blues. The songs feature a mix of energetic and upbeat tunes and slower, more introspective tracks. The album is driven by Huey Lewis’ distinctive vocals and the band’s tight harmonies. The standout tracks include “The Heart of Rock & Roll”, “I Want a New Drug”, and “If This Is It”.

Conclusion: Huey Lewis and The News’ Sports is a classic album that has stood the test of time. It is an essential record for any fan of classic rock and pop music. The album features a mix of upbeat, energetic songs and slower, more introspective tracks. It is a must-have for any vinyl collection.

Other Recommendations: If you enjoy Sports, you may also enjoy other albums by Huey Lewis and The News, such as Picture This (1982) and Fore! (1986). Other recommended albums include Bruce Springsteen’s Born in the U.S.A. (1984), Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers’ Damn the Torpedoes (1979), and The Cars’ Heartbeat City (1984).

About the tracklist. Side one:
The heart of rock and roll
Heart and soul
Bad is bad
I want a new drug
Side two:
Walking on the thin line
Finally found a home
If this is it
You crack me up
Horny tonk blues