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“A lot has been written and said about why he was so great, but I think the best way to appreciate his greatness is just to go back and play some of the old records. Time has a way of being very unkind to old records, but Elvis' keep getting better and better.”

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Huey Lewis, born on July 5, 1950, is a renowned American musician known for his distinctive voice and leadership in the rock music scene. He is a founding member of the rock band The News, which gained fame for its classic rock style and popular songs. more

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