Huey Lewis and the News is an American rock band that gained popularity during the 1980s. Their distinctive sound, characterized by a fusion of rock and soul with a hint of blues, is often associated with the San Francisco Bay Area music scene. The band, led by frontman Huey Lewis, is best known for chart-topping hits like "The Power of Love" and "Hip to be Square". Over the course of their career, they significantly influenced the development of mainstream rock music, with their innovative use of harmonica and brass instrumentation serving as a key element of their signature style.