King Floyd
King Floyd was a New Orleans soul singer best known for his 1970 hit "Groove Me." Born on February 13, 1945, he rose from street corner performances to national fame before passing away in 2006.
King Floyd III grew up in New Orleans and nearby Kenner, Louisiana, starting to sing as a teen on street corners and befriending local musicians like Earl King. He landed his first paying gig at the Sho-Bar on Bourbon Street in 1961, but his career paused for army service.
After discharge in 1963, Floyd performed in New York clubs, then moved to Los Angeles, where producer Harold Battiste helped launch his debut single "Walkin' and Talkin'" in 1965 and album A Man in Love. Signing with Malaco Records in 1969 led to "Groove Me," a Top 10 R&B and pop hit that defined his legacy, followed by tracks like "I Feel Like Dynamite."
Floyd faced career ups and downs, working at the post office in the late 1960s and battling personal issues in the 1970s and 1980s. He released later albums like Old Skool Funk in 2000 but died on March 6, 2006, from stroke and diabetes complications, survived by his wife and family.
A Man In Love
A2 Together We Can Do Anything K. Floyd 2:20)
A3 Heartaches (K. Floyd, L. Milton 2:40)
A4 You've Been Good To Me, Thank You (K. Floyd, L. Milton 2:16)
A5 Take The Place Of A Dying Man (K. Floyd 2:37)
B1 This Is Our Last Night Together (K. Floyd, M. Rebennack 2:38)
B2 You Got The Love I Need (K. Floyd, L. Milton 2:30)
B3 Love Ain't What It Used To Be (K. Floyd, L. Milton 2:31)
B4 I Can't Get Enough Of Your Love (K. Floyd, L. Milton 2:36)
B5 Groov-A-Lin (K. Floyd, M. Rebennack 2:30)
Label: Pulsar Records – AR-10602
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1969
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Southern Soul
A Man in Love is the debut studio album by the American soul singer-songwriter King Floyd, released in 1969 on the Pulsar record label. The album did not receive much attention at the time of its initial release.
Primarily a Soul album, with pop-oriented elements, it was produced with Harold Battiste in Los Angeles and featured songs co-written with fellow New Orleans musician Mac Rebennack (Dr. John).
In 1971 Motown Records re-released the album under the title Heart of the Matter on their V.I.P. label. The LP was the last album released on the V.I.P. label.
Body English
Written-By – King Floyd 3:12
A2 I Really Do Love You
Written-By – King Floyd 3:42
A3 Trouble
Written-By – Aaron Varnell, Frederick Knight 4:19
A4 Movin' On Strong
Written-By – King Floyd 3:06
A5 Body English
Written-By – Bobby Marchan 3:10
B1 Stop, Look And Listen
Written-By – J. Stroud, T. Couch, W. Stephenson 2:54
B2 Doing That No More
Written-By – Whitsett, Zimmerman, Stroud, K. Floyd, Duboff 3:02
B3 So True
Written-By – King Floyd 3:55
B4 We Gotta Hang On In There
Written-By – Carl Thomas, Joe Shamwell 4:18
B5 Can She Do It Like She Dances
Written-By – Gerald Robinson, Steve Duboff 3:06
Label: Chimneyville Records – CH-202
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1977
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Southern Soul, Funk
King Floyd's Body English showcases his signature soulful vocals and funky New Orleans R&B, blending catchy grooves, psychedelic touches, and raw energy, with tracks like "Groove Me" defining his sound, though some listeners find early tracks inconsistent or a bit raw, while later reissues capture his deep-soul power, even with occasional vinyl noise. It's celebrated for its authentic, immersive sound, capturing the feel of being in the studio with Floyd's dynamic performance, grunts, and shouts.
The album delivers groovy, bass-driven soul and funk, heavily influenced by legends like James Brown and Otis Redding.
Floyd's distinctive deep, soulful voice, complete with grunts and shouts, is a major highlight, making his tracks feel immediate and powerful.
Expect catchy hooks, but also some experimental, woozy psychedelic sounds, with heavy reverb and unique instrumentals that shift moods.
Vintage pressings are praised for their "Tubey Magical Midrange" and studio presence, offering an immersive, analog experience.
he sound can shift drastically, from upbeat soul to darker, almost horror-film-like atmospheres. The music is designed to pull you in, feeling like a live performance.
Some tracks are considered filler or a bit rough, but the highlights are strong, and overall the album a solid dose of authentic, gritty New Orleans soul and funk, especially great for fans of deep soul, offering a solid entry point to his best work.