The music world has been dealt yet another blow as Tony Lewis, lead singer for the ‘80s rock band The Outfield, passed away Monday at just 62 years of age. No cause of death was announced, but a statement confirmed Lewis died at his home near London.
The statement went on to say, “Tony’s music touched people around the globe for decades. Lewis and the late John Spinks took the ‘80s by storm with The Outfield’s infectious pop songs, including ‘Your Love,’ ‘All The Love’ and ‘Say It Isn’t So.’ ‘Your Love’ reached No. 6 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Chart in 1986 and is still widely known today, with features in various TV spots and commercials, gaining millions of streams each month.”
Though Lewis will always be best remembered for his work with The Outfield, he continued creating and performing up to the end, appearing as recently as June of this year for RW Quarantunes—an invitation only fundraiser and greatest hits showcase. He also released a solo album in 2018, “Out of the Darkness” (Madison Records), which, even decades later, still shone through with his beloved, signature sound.
Lewis is survived by his wife of 35 years Carol, as well as two daughters and three grandchildren. Further, he leaves behind a legacy of genuine, artistic merit and iconic, nostalgia inducing anthems that won’t soon be forgotten; for as long as there are long road trips, bar bands, raucous karaoke nights, and restless lovers in need of a fitting soundtrack, there will always remain a fond and permanent place in our hearts for Tony Lewis and The Outfield.
