Fore!
Huey Lewis and the News · 1986
42 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · doo-wop
A vibrant blend of rock and pop, infused with doo-wop harmonies and upbeat melodies.
Why this album works
'Fore!' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and featured hits like 'Stuck With You' and 'Hip to Be Square,' both of which became staples in the band's catalog. The album also solidified the band's reputation during a time when rock music dominated radio airplay, contributing to the rise of mainstream pop-rock in the mid-80s.
- Best for
- upbeat and lively vibes catchy hooks and melodies feel-good sing-along moments
- Context
- Released on August 20, 1986, 'Fore!' was Huey Lewis and the News' fourth studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'Sports' in 1983. At this point, the band was at the peak of their commercial popularity, capitalizing on their signature sound that effortlessly fused rock with catchy pop hooks.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cher· Prince· Neil Young· Bruce Springsteen· ZZ Top· Green Day· Cyndi Lauper· Bob Dylan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jacob's Ladder 3:34
- 2 Stuck With You Standout 4:29
- 3 Whole Lotta Lovin' 3:30
- 4 Doin' It (All for My Baby) 3:39
- 5 Hip to Be Square Standout 4:05
- 6 I Know What I Like 3:59
- 7 I Never Walk Alone 3:44
- 8 The Power of Love Standout 4:22
- 9 Forest for the Trees 3:28
- 10 Naturally 2:52
- 11 Simple as That 4:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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