Do You Love Me (Now That I Can Dance)
The Contours · 1962
30 min · 10 tracks · R&B
A vibrant blend of doo-wop harmonies and rhythmic grooves that fuels the dance floor.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its role in solidifying The Contours as key figures in the early Motown sound, particularly with the chart-topping title track reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. It showcased the group's energetic style and contributed to the popularity of dance-centric R&B during the early '60s, influencing future Motown artists.
- Career context
- Released on October 1, 1962, 'Do You Love Me (Now That I Can Dance)' was The Contours' debut album, coming just after their breakout hit 'Do You Love Me' topped the charts. At this point in their career, they were gaining momentum in the Motown label roster, marking a pivotal transition from live performances to studio recordings that would define their sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billy Preston· The Supremes· Melba Moore
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Do You Love Me Standout 6:37
- 2 Just a Little Misunderstanding Standout 2:43
- 3 Shake Sherrie Standout 2:51
- 4 Can You Do It 2:19
- 5 Don't Let Her Be Your Baby 2:50
- 6 First I Look at the Purse 3:00
- 7 Whole Lotta Woman 2:37
- 8 Can You Jerk Like Me 2:30
- 9 It's So Hard Being a Loser 2:39
- 10 You Get Ugly 2:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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