The band released a demo titled 'In America' in 1986, which journeyman drummer Tony Destra reportedly played on. Labeled sometimes as a sort of 'younger sister' of band Cinderella ("whence they got their image, guitar player, and record contract" as recounted by one critic), the quartet managed to break through in a big way. The band's self-titled debut album, released in 1988, was one of the most successful premieres of the 1988-89 season, selling more than one million copies and bringing more than 625,000 fans to their 130+ shows. They also won Metal Edge Magazine's 1988 Reader's Choice Award for Best New Band. Highlights of their early work include the top 40 rock hit "Long Way to Love" and the fan favorite "Girlschool".
Sadly, the band appeared saddled with the reputation of having peaked too early. After the release of the band's second album in 1989, titled 'Boys in Heat' and bringing in notable producer Neil Kernon, Davidson departed, and he formed the band Blackeyed Susan. Though appearing at first to be a fatal wound to the group, he was replaced by Las Vegas native Tommy Paris, who had a very similar vocal style. Ozzy Osbourne guitarist Zakk Wylde and Poison drummer Rikki Rockett guested on the band's third album, 'Bite Down Hard', which was released in 1991. However, the popularity of glam metal was on a decline around the time of the album's release due to the rising popularity of the 90s alternative or grunge movement. Britny Fox disbanded in 1992.
As referred to before, Michael Kelly Smith was previously in an early version of fellow Philadelphia glam metal band Cinderella until his dismissal, and later Tony Destra also played with them. Also, drummer Adam West, formerly of Tangier, played for Britny Fox briefly between the time of Tony Destra and Johnny Dee.
Britny Fox reunited in 2001 with the same line-up before their disbandment, and they released a fourth studio album, called 'Springhead Motorshark', in 2003. While well-received by fans, the album picked up mixed critical reviews. The band had summer U.S. and European tours in 2007 and 2008. Guitarist Tommy Krash and drummer Henry Now joined at that time. As of late 2007, Britny Fox reformed under original bassist Billy Childs. The other former members of this line-up were lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Jamie Fletcher, lead guitarist Greg Polcari, and drummer Henry Now.
Bassist Billy Childs had a minor but billed role in the horror film Incest Death Squad (2009). Childs is currently playing bass in the North American Led Zeppelin tribute band Get the Led Out.
In 2010, "Dizzy" Dean Davidson unsuccessfully attempted to reunite the surviving members of the original line-up.
On April 25, 2015, the band announced that they had reunited with bassist Billy Childs, drummer Johnny Dee, long-time singer/rhythm guitarist Tommy Paris and new lead guitarist Chris Sanders as their line-up and that they are recording a new album. This lineup played six shows in 2015 and eight shows in 2016, but none since. Their last performance, on a Monsters of Rock cruise in October 2016, ended with several dozen mostly middle-aged women dancing wildly to the song "Girlschool". In a 2017 interview, Childs stated that the album project had been abandoned, but he stopped short of saying that the band had broken up. In 2018, Sanders joined Britny Fox's rival band Ratt.
Line-Ups
(1985–1987) Dean Davidson – lead vocals, rhythm guitar
Michael Kelly Smith – lead guitar, backing vocals
Billy Childs – bass, backing vocals
Tony Destra – drums, other percussion
(1987) Dean Davidson – lead vocals, rhythm guitar
Michael Kelly Smith – lead guitar, backing vocals
Billy Childs – bass, backing vocals
Adam West – drums, percussion
(1987–1989) Dean Davidson – lead vocals, rhythm guitar
Michael Kelly Smith – lead guitar, backing vocals
Billy Childs – bass, keyboards, backing vocals
Johnny Dee – drums, percussion, backing vocals
(1990–2006) Tommy Paris – lead vocals, rhythm guitar, keyboards
Michael Kelly Smith – lead guitar, backing vocals
Billy Childs – bass, backing vocals
Johnny Dee – drums, percussion, backing vocals
(2007) Tommy Paris – lead vocals, rhythm guitar, keyboards
Greg Polcari – lead guitar, backing vocals
Billy Childs – bass, backing vocals
Henry Now – drums, percussion, backing vocals
(2008–present) Jamie Fletcher – lead vocals, rhythm guitar
Greg Polcari – lead guitar, backing vocals
Billy Childs – bass, backing vocals
Henry Now – drums, percussion, backing vocals
Discography
=Studio Albums=
Britny Fox (1988)
Boys in Heat (1989)
Bite Down Hard (1991)
Springhead Motorshark (2003)
=Live Albums=
Long Way to Live! (2000)
Live at Froggy's (2001)
=Compilation Album=
The Best of Britny Fox (1988)
Extended Versions (2006)
=Singles=
" Long Way to Love" (U.S. #100)
" Girlschool" (U.S. #81)
" Save the Weak"
" Dream On"
" Louder"
=Demos=
In America (1986)
The Bite Down Hard Demo Sessions (2003)
Long Way from Home
Britny Fox Lyrics
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You're my scattered skies and think of home I miss.
I see your face in the distance, envision you at night.
Miles of tears and pain, sometimes a lonely game.
Rising sun, brightest star.
Round the world, I love her.
The end of time, for you girl.
My love's with you always, oh yeah.
Long way from home.
My love's with you even when I'm miles away.
I left a kiss in your hand, just hold it tight and pray.
Rising sun, brightest star.
Round the world, I love her.
The end of time, for you girl.
I'm comin'
My love's with you always, oh yeah.
Long way from home.
My love's with you always, oh yeah.
Long way from home.
Rising sun, brightest star.
Round the world, I love her.
The end of time, for you girl.
I'm comin'
The song “Long Way from Home” by Britny Fox depicts a person who has left home and is experiencing the pain of being away from their loved ones. The first few lines of the song suggest that the person is filled with regret and is unsure of what they may have missed out on by leaving. The reference to “scattered skies” and “home” indicates a sense of longing and homesickness. The lines “Miles of tears and pain, sometimes a lonely game” capture the emotional turmoil of being apart from loved ones. The verses are melancholic and are filled with feelings of sadness and loneliness.
However, the chorus brings a glimmer of hope as it speaks of the love the person has for their loved ones. The lines “My love’s with you always, oh yeah. Long way from home” suggest that despite the distance, their love is strong and enduring. The use of the metaphor “rising sun, brightest star” and “round the world, I love her” further conveys the idea of the depth and strength of their love. Through the lyrics, the song captures the universal human experience of love and longing, loss, and hope.
Line by Line Meaning
Seemed so far away and don't know what I missed.
Even though you felt distant, I didn't know how much I needed you until you were gone.
You're my scattered skies and think of home I miss.
You are the missing piece that completes me, and you are always on my mind.
I see your face in the distance, envision you at night.
Even though you are far away, you are always present in my thoughts and dreams.
Miles of tears and pain, sometimes a lonely game.
Being apart from you has caused me much suffering and isolation.
Rising sun, brightest star.
You are the light that illuminates my life and gives me hope.
Round the world, I love her.
Even though we are separated by distance, my love for you knows no bounds and exists everywhere.
The end of time, for you girl.
I will love you until the end of time, and no one else can take your place in my heart.
I'm comin'.
I will do whatever it takes to be with you again and make up for lost time.
My love's with you always, oh yeah.
My love for you is a constant and eternal presence, even when we are apart.
Long way from home.
Even though we are far from each other, I know that we will always find our way back to one another.
I left a kiss in your hand, just hold it tight and pray.
I have left a physical symbol of my love for you, and I hope that it brings you comfort and strength until we can be together again.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DEAN MICHAEL DAVIDSON
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