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Hard at Play

Huey Lewis and the News · 1991

46 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · doo-wop

A vibrant blend of rock and pop showcasing upbeat melodies and Huey Lewis's signature vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove throughout
  • upbeat melodies for road trips
  • for social gatherings
  • sing-along vibes with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek experimental or avant-garde sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1991, 'Hard at Play' was Huey Lewis and the News's fifth studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'Fore!' in 1986. At this point, the band was navigating a changing musical landscape as their popularity began to wane after dominating the charts in the mid-80s.
Stylistic neighbors
The B-52's· Hall & Oates· Chicago

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Build Me Up 4:29
  • 2 It Hit Me Like a Hammer 4:01
  • 3 Attitude 4:01
  • 4 He Don’t Know 4:16
  • 5 Couple Days Off 4:56
  • 6 That’s Not Me 4:16
  • 7 We Should Be Making Love 4:03
  • 8 Best of Me 3:59
  • 9 Do You Love Me, or What? 3:47
  • 10 Don’t Look Back 3:45
  • 11 Time Ain’t Money 4:45

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