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Huey Lewis: Ménière’s disease, implant leave him deaf.

7/13/2026

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On July 7, 2026, Huey Lewis said Ménière’s disease and his cochlear implant have left him deaf and unable to enjoy music.
He was diagnosed in the 1990s and announced it after a Dallas concert in 2018.
His implant aids speech but distorts music.
He enjoys fly fishing, has stopped touring 75–100 shows a year, and says the schedule gives him freedom.

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Story summary

On July 7, 2026, Huey Lewis said Ménière’s disease and his cochlear implant have left him deaf and unable to enjoy music.
He was diagnosed in the 1990s and announced it after a Dallas concert in 2018.
His implant aids speech but distorts music.
He enjoys fly fishing, has stopped touring 75–100 shows a year, and says the schedule gives him freedom.