The Ames Brothers got their beginning in Malden, where all four were born. The act consisted of Joe (born 3 May 1921), Gene (born 13 February 1923), Vic (born 20 May 1925 - died 23 January 1978) and Ed (born 9 July 1927).
Born into a non-professional but musical family, the boys were brought up on classical and operatic music. Their parents, David and Sarah Urick, were Russian Jewish immigrants from the Ukraine who read Shakespeare and semi-classics to their nine children from the time they were old enough to listen.
The brothers formed a quartet with a cousin Lennie, and had been touring United States Army and Navy bases entertaining the troops and were offered a job at the Foxs and Hounds nightclub, one of the fanciest clubs in Boston. This one week engagement turned into several months when the word got around of their appearance. At the time, they were going by the name of the Amory Brothers, a name taken from Vic's middle name and they were becoming quite popular in the area. It was at this time that Joe decided to rejoin the group. He said they were just having too much fun together for him to miss out. Taking their act to New York they got a job with bandleader Art Mooney. One day while at Leeds Publishing Company in search of a song called "Should I" that their mother had asked them to sing, Milt Gabler of Decca Records heard them singing it and had them cut a few sides for Decca Records just before the ban which started in January, 1948.
A year later when the ban was lifted, the Ames Brothers were the first artists to record for Coral Records. The name Amory was shortened to Ames. They were swept into national top billing with their first hit record, "Rag Mop," in January, 1950. Doing radio shows for free at times just for the experience, they later became regulars on such shows as The Arthur Godfrey Hour. One of the first acts to appear on the original Ed Sullivan Show when it was known as Toast of the Town, they made their debut with him when the show was telecast live from Wanamaker's Department Store.
Soon, they were the top paid group in nightclubs and supperclubs everywhere and their popularity on television was nationwide. In 1956 they starred in their own show, The Ames Brothers Show, which was seen on Friday nights. It was the first syndicated television show to be shown in foreign countries.
Over their fifteen year career the prolific Brothers notched up 50 U.S. chart entries, 21 of them on the Coral label before signing with RCA Victor. The group disbanded in the 1960s but Ed Ames went on with a successful singing and acting career, including playing Daniel Boone's sidekick, Mingo, on the successful Daniel Boone television series (1964-1970).
They were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 1998.
East of the Sun
The Ames Brothers Lyrics
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We'll build a dream house of love dear
Close to the sun in the day
Near to the moon at night
We'll live in a lovely way dear
Sharing our love in the pale moonlight
Just you and I,
Love will not die,
We'll keep it that way
Up among the stars
We'll find a harmony of life to a lovely tune
East of the sun and west of the moon dear
East of the sun and west of the moon
The Ames Brothers's song "East of the Sun" is a romantic ballad that speaks about creating a dream house of love. The lyrics "East of the sun and west of the moon" create a sense of adventure, as if the lovers want to escape the routine of everyday life and create a utopia where they can be happy forever. Throughout the song, the couple emphasizes the contrast between day and night, sun and moon, and they promise to live in a lovely way, sharing their love in the pale moonlight. The lyrics suggest a sense of harmony and balance, as if the couple wants to create a perfect world where they can be forever and a day.
The song emphasizes the power of love and suggests that it is something that cannot be destroyed. The lyrics "Love will not die, we'll keep it that way" suggest that the couple is willing to fight for their love and do whatever it takes to keep their relationship strong. The line "Up among the stars we'll find a harmony of life to a lovely tune" speaks to the idea that love can transcend anything and bring people together, no matter how different they may seem.
Overall, The Ames Brothers's song "East of the Sun" is a beautiful romantic ballad that speaks straight to the heart. With its beautiful melody and insightful lyrics, it is a timeless classic that can still resonate with audiences today.
Line by Line Meaning
East of the sun and west of the moon
We will create a space where reality does not exist - a place far beyond where there are no rules or limitations.
We'll build a dream house of love dear
With our shared love, we will create a home that is built on dreams and a foundation of true passion.
Close to the sun in the day
Our love will shine brightly during the day, just like the sun.
Near to the moon at night
At night, our love will be even closer and more intimate, like the ever-present and gentle moon.
We'll live in a lovely way dear
Our existence together will be full of happiness and beauty.
Sharing our love in the pale moonlight
We'll bask in the glow of the moon as we share our love with one another.
Just you and I,
We will be each other's sole focus and source of love.
Forever and a day
Our love will last an eternity, and then some.
Love will not die,
Our love will never fade or diminish - it will remain true and steadfast.
We'll keep it that way
We will work diligently to maintain the purity of our love and the bond we share.
Up among the stars
In the vastness of the universe, our love will transcend all limitations and soar amongst the stars.
We'll find a harmony of life to a lovely tune
Our love will be the symphony that creates harmony between all aspects of our lives.
East of the sun and west of the moon dear
We will travel beyond the horizon of all that is familiar and create a love that is extraordinary and beyond compare.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brooks Bowman
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