Best known for hits such as ‘Act Like You Know’, ‘Zoom’, & ‘Looking For Love’ Fat Larry’s Band folded in 1987 when Fat Larry James sadly passed away. Now, with the blissing of Doris Jones, Fat Larry’s Band returns with a new EP titled ‘Hey Girl’. Paying homage to the past while carving a path to a bright and soulful future the collection includes the ban’s seminal hit ‘Zoom’ as well as the title cut that glides along on an understated ‘steppers’ beat.
However, the star of the show is without doubt the Alvertis – Booker T – Floyd composition ‘I’ve Never Found A Girl’ that was a hit for Eddie Floyd in 1968 and featured in the 2009 movie Soul Men. With a huge but subtle backing orchestra plus magically lilting vocals this Fat Larry version is soul music the way it is meant to be.
Wonderful!