Lovin’ Every Minute of It

Released in August 1985, 'Lovin’ Every Minute of It' represents Loverboy at their commercial and sonic peak, leaning harder into the heavy metal-adjacent production styles of the mid-80s while maintaining their pop-rock sensibilities. Produced by Tom Allom - best known for his work with Judas Priest - the album features a noticeably grittier guitar tone and more aggressive percussion than their earlier new wave-influenced records. The title track, penned by Mutt Lange, became a definitive anthem of the era, showcasing the band's ability to blend massive hooks with arena-sized production. While critics at the time, including those at AllMusic, noted the album's adherence to the established hair-metal and pop-rock formulas, they also recognized it as a high-water mark for the genre's polish and energy. It solidified Loverboy's status as the quintessential 'weekend' band, bridging the gap between the synth-heavy early 80s and the guitar-driven late 80s rock scene.