Paris Casablanca 1 - A Love At First Sight

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Review by Mike Kleffner

A Love At First Sight by Paris Casablanca: A Disco Gem from 1979 If you’re a fan of funky grooves and soulful vibes with just the right sprinkle of disco glitter, A Love At First Sight by Paris Casablanca is an album that deserves your attention. Released in 1979 outta Canada, this record brings together the talents of producers Philippe Renaux and Rachid Bahri, alongside some killer session players like Joe Scott. It’s got that retro charm but still feels fresh enough to slap on at a party today. The title track, “A Love At First Sight,” kicks things off strong. It’s one of those tunes where the bassline grabs you right away—deep, bouncy, and impossible not to move to. The arrangement has this lush, layered vibe thanks to Renaux and Bahri's production chops. You can tell they weren’t messing around in the studio; every horn blast and string swell feels intentional. And let’s be real, it’s kinda hard to forget a song that practically screams "dance floor anthem." There’s something about how smooth yet punchy it is—it sticks with you long after the needle lifts off the vinyl. Then there’s “Mamy Blue.” This track flips the energy a bit, leaning more into a soulful ballad territory while keeping that disco heartbeat alive. The vocals here are heartfelt without being over-the-top cheesy, which honestly could’ve gone either way given the era. What makes it memorable for me is how effortlessly it blends melancholy lyrics with upbeat instrumentation. It’s like dancing through heartbreak, if that makes sense? By the time the chorus hits, you’re torn between wanting to cry and busting out your best John Travolta moves. Recorded by C. Mainguy and J.J. Peruchon, the sound quality holds up surprisingly well for its age. Sure, it’s got that slightly lo-fi warmth we associate with records from the late ‘70s, but it only adds character. Labels Heroes Of North America and P.B.I. Records did good putting this out—it’s clear they believed in what Paris Casablanca was bringing to the table. Reflecting on A Love At First Sight, it strikes me as the kind of album that doesn’t try too hard to reinvent the wheel but nails the basics so perfectly that it becomes timeless. In a world obsessed with innovation, sometimes all you need is a damn good groove and honest emotion. Plus, I gotta say, listening to this makes me wonder why Canadian funk isn’t talked about more often. Maybe it’s time to dig deeper into those northern crates. Who knows what other gems are hiding up there?

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Artist: Paris Casablanca 1
Album: A Love At First Sight
Rating: 4.6

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Mamy Blue
A Love At First Sight

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Catalog Numbers

  • W-12049
  • WN-325

Labels

  • Heroes Of North America
  • P.B.I. Records

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 12"
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • Single

Credits

RoleCredit
FeaturingJoe Scott
ProducerPhilippe Renaux, Rachid Bahri
Arranged ByPhilippe Renaux, Rachid Bahri
Recorded ByC. Mainguy, J.J. Peruchon

About Paris Casablanca 1

French electronic disco one-album studio project led by pioneer space disco songwriters - producers and .

Name Vars

  • Paris Casablanca 1

Members

  • Philippe Renaux
  • Rachid Bahri

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The 1979 Canadian funk/soul album *A Love At First Sight* by Paris Casablanca blends disco vibes with heartfelt lyrics. It features the track "Mamy Blue," which became a standout hit. Produced by Philippe Renaux and Rachid Bahri, the album showcases Joe Scott’s vocal talent. Interestingly, it was released under two labels, Heroes Of North America and P.B.I. Records, giving it a unique place in disco history. Not bad for a project born in Canada, right?