Comments on: The Great Book Giveaway Contest #2

By: Chrystal A. Cain

Chrystal A. Cain — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 21:47:41 +0000

With all due respect, I think much of the real Huey Lewis has been disregarded. This contest has been waged on the idea of his “Catchiness” and “Goofyness”, which is perfectly fine. That’s what made him so attractive to most; however, aside from that, Huey Lewis was also attractive because he was a jack of all trades (not to sound overly cliche): he was a songwriter, a wonderful and catchy singer, and also, later ventured into acting. In my eyes, this has made it that much harder to pick someone. The easy answer, would be to agree with you and say he was an anomaly — yet, by definition this doesn’t mean he could never be recreated, but only a departure from normality (which I think has been another flaw in most answers) — so I imagine I can say this either way. ..But to play fairly, I will find someone in which to compare him. I would venture to say that Jonny Lang would be comparable. He is very goofy (especially to watch – many have to shut him off while he’s performing or close their eyes to enjoy the music, but this is NOT to say he hasn’t made very catchy songs!) Lie to Me was his first title track and his first album and they both skyrocketed – this is not to mention his album and hit Wander this World. He is not the best looking, but still is found strangely attractive by plenty of women. He enjoys writing songs which is very hard to find these days – a good songwriter as well as a good singer. He also ventured into film with Blues Brothers.

By: Janice

Janice — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 21:36:29 +0000

Rush Limbaugh! He’s middle-aged, a rock star of sorts (you either love him or hate him), and I’m sure that he has an input in all those parodies that come from his show – some great songs about some great people! He would probably deny that though, but that’s what makes him such a loveable (and humble I must say), fuzzball! And he loves sports – especially football… can’t wait to receive those signed copies of your books!

By: Felipe Muzachi

Felipe Muzachi — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 20:08:40 +0000

A great singer in my opinion is Betinho of the famous ENCHANTMENT GYPSY

By: Daniel E

Daniel E — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 19:55:41 +0000

Definitely Phil Collins.
What a lovely contest, I knew I wouldn’t regret the day a subscribed your feed :)
I hope I win!

By: Andy Schubert

Andy Schubert — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 19:15:23 +0000

I’ve been looking for your new book at my local bookstores but haven’t seen it yet. This contest is a great idea. Thanks, Dan.

By: jedaffra

jedaffra — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 19:06:25 +0000

‘It’s hip to be square’ was Heuy’s motto and a damn fine tune. I hope your book rocks as good as Heuy did.

By: Fiona M

Fiona M — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 18:50:52 +0000

No mention that it had to be male..
Why not Madonna!
She’s certainly middle aged – whether she’d like to admit it or not.
Definitely a sports lover – she’s a keen equestrian though the skill level is questionable if this week’s hospital bills are anything to go by.
Catchy songs – she’s got a back catalogue that any artist half her age would sell a kidney for.
Goofy – Guilt by association on this one – have you seen her husband – and those matching tracksuits – bleurrgh!
Maybe 3 out of 4 isn’t bad.

By: Jeremy

Jeremy — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 18:29:21 +0000

Dislike the guy as I do, I’d have to say Rivers Cuomo from Weezer.
The dude’s tried to look middle-aged from the onset, to pad his staying power. He’s got to be into sports… he’s into sports cars and they’ve had a presence on the pop charts and in preteen girls’ PortablePhonograph/Walkman/Discman/mp3-player/whatever since 1994 or so.
If it’s not Rivers, it’s Lou Barlow… he does indeed like sports. Opening Day is baseball-related… He’s covered a song by Lewis’ contemporary, Bryan Adams. Is middle-aged, was in Dinosaur (Jr.), is incredible awkwardly goofy (Check out Loobiecore)
Is that enough?

By: Matt

Matt — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 17:56:31 +0000

It’s gotta be 50 Cent.

By: Maher

Maher — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 17:31:07 +0000

Raffi.