Groovy Ekhu 3 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, stickers, album covers, playful, groovy, retro, bubbly, friendly, attention grabbing, retro charm, playful display, friendly branding, rounded, blobby, soft, organic, cartoonish.
A heavy, rounded display face built from soft, inflated strokes and smooth, continuously curving contours. Counters are small and often teardrop-like, with simplified interior shapes that emphasize mass over fine detail. Terminals are fully rounded and the overall silhouette feels slightly uneven in a deliberate, hand-formed way, giving each glyph a puffy, liquid rhythm. Letterforms are generally compact with generous curves and minimal sharp corners, producing dense, attention-grabbing words at display sizes.
Best suited to posters, headlines, and branding moments where a bold, cheerful personality is needed. It works well for packaging, event graphics, children’s or entertainment-oriented collateral, and retro-themed album or merch typography where strong silhouettes and playful shapes are an asset.
The tone is upbeat and nostalgic, evoking a 60s–70s poster sensibility with a friendly, cartoon-leaning warmth. Its blobby forms read as fun and approachable, with a slightly psychedelic wobble that adds personality without becoming chaotic.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact through soft, inflated geometry and a distinctly retro, feel-good rhythm. It prioritizes personality and expressive shape over strict typographic regularity, aiming for memorable display typography.
The density and small counters can reduce clarity at smaller sizes, while the bold silhouettes hold up well for short phrases. Numerals and lowercase share the same rounded, inflated construction, keeping headings and informal callouts visually consistent.