They're Some Kinda Wonderful
By Patti Moorhouse Mroczek
HLN Today Reporter
Atlantic City, New Jersey; Trump Taj Mahal; September 5, 1999 - Reports were that hurricane Dennis was to 'menace' the eastern seaboard but diehard fans said 'phooey' and made the trip to come out and see Huey.
Although the seating in this venue was less than desirous, it did not detract from the enthusiasm of the crowd. Cheers were heard as the band entered the stage and took their positions. The hoots, hollers and whistles intensified as Huey made his welcomed entrance and opened up with "(She's) Some Kinda Wonderful," followed by "My Other Woman Got Another Man." Huey then said that he would do some favorites for the old fans. That set started with "Heart of Rock & Roll," followed by "Doin It All for My Baby," and the #1 hit "Power of Love." Huey remarked that the group just finished recording a new album which still had to be mixed, but was due out in March of next year. Huey jokingly added that the band has to do that every 7 years or so to keep current.
HLN then performed their always awaited and enjoyed a capella tunes. After the introductions of his friends and cohorts, they pleased the crowd - or should we say the females of the crowd- with Huey's true story, "60 Minute Man", and the audience participation song "It's Alright." Then it was back to the Huey and the News standards with "If This Is It," and "(Too) Hip to be Square." A new tune, but not to seasoned concert goers, "Let Her Go and Start Over" followed. Huey then did his groovy dancing to the beat of "But It's Alright." Next came the ever popular "I Want A New Drug" in which Chris gave a tremendously superb lead guitar solo. "Not Here for a Long Time…." reminded the fans that the concert was coming to a close. It never seems a long enough time but it is always a good, VERY GOOD, time with Huey Lewis and the News.
As is customary, an encore followed with intros of the band and each member then showing self expression by each doing solos in "Plan B." A new song, "Rhythm Ranch" was followed by the average man's lament "Workin' for a Livin'."
The only storm that hit Atlantic City was that of Huey and the News and the wave of devoted fans.
