Do You Love Me by LeANN: A Forgotten Disco Gem That Still Kicks Ass
Alright, let’s get one thing straight—this album ain’t for the faint of heart. Released in 1987 under Halo Records, Do You Love Me by LeANN is a no-holds-barred blast of electronic pop with enough disco swagger to make your mom dust off her roller skates. And yeah, it’s cheesy as hell, but that’s what makes it so damn unforgettable.
First up, the title track “Do You Love Me?” (Extended Version). This sucker grabs you by the collar and doesn’t let go. The beat hits like a sugar rush at 3 AM after too many energy drinks. It's got this relentless groove that just screams late-night dance floors and neon lights. Frederic L. Robertson clearly knew how to craft hooks sharp enough to cut glass because once that chorus kicks in—man, it burrows into your brain like an earworm on steroids. Plus, those synth lines? Pure '80s gold. If this song doesn’t have you moving, check your pulse. You might be dead.
Then there’s the DJ Version of the same track. Now, some people might say remixes are lazy cash grabs, but not here. Nope. This version strips things down and adds layers of hypnotic beats that feel like they were tailor-made for spinning vinyl in smoky clubs. Arrangers Bob Long and Victor Saunders deserve props for keeping the energy high while flipping the vibe just enough to keep things fresh. It’s the kind of remix that could easily hold its own against anything else from the era—and trust me, I’ve heard plenty of duds trying to ride the disco wave back then.
The whole package reeks of ambition, even if it feels slightly dated now. Sure, the production has moments where it shows its age, but isn’t that part of the charm? Listening to this record is like stepping into a time capsule filled with big hair, shoulder pads, and unapologetic fun. Executive producer Frederic L. Robertson clearly threw everything he had into making this project pop—and honestly, it paid off.
So why does this album stick with me? Maybe it’s the audacity of it all. In a world full of overproduced ballads and cookie-cutter pop stars, Do You Love Me refuses to blend in. It’s loud, brash, and unapologetically itself—and honestly, we need more music like that today.
Here’s the kicker though: listening to this album made me realize something weird. Disco didn’t die; it just went underground, waiting for someone brave enough to bring it back. So thanks, LeANN. You reminded me that sometimes, all you need is a killer bassline and a question nobody can answer: Do you love me?
