King Coleman Crazy Feelin' / Down In The Basement 1962 Togo 600 Styrene

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🎵 King Coleman – “Crazy Feelin’” / “Down In The Basement” (Togo 600) – Rare 1960s First Issue Styrene 45 RPM 🎵

Up for sale is a vintage original first issue 45 RPM single by the legendary King Coleman, featuring the scorching double-sider “Crazy Feelin’” b/w “Down In The Basement”, released on the Togo label (catalog number 600). This is a first issue styrene pressing, an increasingly hard-to-find release that’s highly sought after by fans of early soul, R&B, and raw garage-influenced dancefloor material.

🎤 About the Artist:

Carlton "King" Coleman was a dynamic American R&B singer and radio DJ best known as the voice behind the classic “(Do The) Mashed Potatoes” with James Brown’s band. Coleman had a flamboyant stage presence and a gritty, gospel-infused vocal style that gave his recordings a raw edge—an early precursor to the soul explosion of the mid-1960s.

🎶 Track Information:

• Side A: “Crazy Feelin’”
  A wild, upbeat R&B stomper with gritty vocals, punchy horn stabs, and that unmistakable early soul energy. Perfect for Northern Soul and R&B DJ sets.

• Side B: “Down In The Basement”
  A swampy, low-slung groove with garage-style grit and deep funk undertones. This cut has gained cult status among crate diggers and funk aficionados.

💽 Record Condition & Play Test Notes:

This record has been visually and audibly inspected. While the styrene surface shows signs of handling and wear, it plays through cleanly on both sides without skips, loud clicks, or pops—a rare bonus for a record of this age and material. Sound quality is surprisingly strong considering the visual grade.

• Play-tested using an Audio-Technica AT-LP120 turntable

  • Fitted with a VMN10CB conical cartridge, ideal for mono records

  • Playback reveals solid fidelity, presence, and groove—better than it looks!

🔥 Why It's Valuable

• Rarity: Togo was a small, short-lived label. First pressings of this single are hard to find.

• Collector Appeal: Highly regarded in the Northern Soul and R&B scenes.

• Track Strength: Both sides are dancefloor-friendly and have appeared on DJ mixes and comps.

• Artist Reputation: King Coleman’s connection to James Brown adds value.

📦 Packaging:

Your record will be securely shipped in a new, high-quality poly-lined anti-static inner sleeve and packed in a protective 45 mailer with cardboard stiffeners. We take pride in making sure your collectible arrives safely and in the best possible condition.

💥 Don’t miss this chance to own a gritty slice of early R&B/soul history. Perfect for collectors, DJs, or anyone looking to spin a true underground dancefloor burner.

Please feel free to ask questions prior to bidding, and be sure to check out my other rare 45s for sale!.