1) The Browns were … Read Full Bio ↴There are three bands under the name The Browns.
1) The Browns were an American family singing group from Pine Bluff, Arkansas made up of Jim Ed Brown and his sisters, Maxine Brown and Bonnie Brown.
Country music singers, they sang individually at rural venues until 1954 when Maxine Brown, and younger brother Jim Ed, signed a record contract as a singing duo. Eighteen-year-old Bonnie joined the group in 1955, and the following year they were signed by Chet Atkins, RCA Victor Records producer in Nashville, Tennessee. The family trio recorded several songs that met with only modest success until 1959, when their 45 rpm folk single called "The Three Bells" was a no. 1 hit on both the Billboard Hot 100 pop music and country music charts. Based on a song called "Les trois cloches," the song was originally a hit in France for both the group Les Compagnons de la chanson and Édith Piaf.
The Browns followed up the success of "The Three Bells" with "Scarlet Ribbons" and "The Old Lamplighter," recordings that also did very well on both the pop and country music charts. With an international following, The Browns toured Europe extensively and recorded further moderate successes on the country music charts. In 1963, they became part of the Grand Ole Opry.
In 1965, Jim Ed Brown began working on a solo career, and in 1967 the trio formally disbanded. Jim Ed continued to record for RCA and had a number of country hits starting in 1965 while still with The Browns. In 1967, he released his first solo top 10 with "Pop A Top" which became his signature song. In 1970, he gained a crossover hit with "Morning" which went to number 4 on the country charts and number 47 on the pop charts. Other hits for Jim Ed included "Angel's Sunday"(1971), "Southern Loving"(1973), "Sometime Sunshine"(1974) and "It's That Time Of Night"(1974). In 1976, he released a string of major duet hits with Helen Cornelius starting with the #1 hit "I Don't Wanna Have To Marry You". Other hits for the duo included "Saying Hello, Saying I Love You, Saying Goodbye"(1977), "Born Believer"(1977), "I'll Never Be Free"(1978), "If The World Ran Out Of Love Tonight"(1978), "You Don't Bring Me Flowers"(1979), "Lying In Love With You"(1979), "Fools"(1979), "Morning Comes Too Early"(1980), and "Don't Bother To Knock"(1981).
Jim Ed has also hosted the syndicated country shows Jim Ed Brown's Country Place, and Nashville On The Road. On The Nashville Network he hosted the talent show You Can Be A Star, and the travel show Going Our Way which featured his wife, Becky, where they went traveling to different places in an RV.
Maxine Brown briefly had a solo career during the late 1960's releasing an album and single for Chart Records titled "Sugar Cane Country".
In 2006, the Browns reunited to perform "The Old Lamplighter" and "The Three Bells" for the PBS special, Country Pop Legends.
2) A horror-themed punk band. Formed in 1998, they played consistently for a year and a half around Western Canada, opening for The New Bomb Turks, Nashville Pussy, AFI, and Good Riddance. In the spring of 1998 the band self-released their first album "Getting Jiggy with The Browns". At this time, the line up was much different; Charlie - Guitar & Vocals, Emmett - Guitar, Leroy - Bass, Freddy - Drums and Lucy - Keyboards.
During the summer of 1998 Lucy and Emmet left the band, Freddy moved to Guitar and a new drummer named ODB began performing live shows, a new keyboard player was not sought out. Also around this time Charlie gave up his guitar duties and focused solely on lead vocals.
In 1999 Meter Records (Canada) released "Greatest Hits Volume One." Shortly after the release The Motherfucking Browns played what they said was their "final" show (summer of 1999) much to the dismay of both Meter Records and the Western Canadian music scene.
In 2000 Middle Man Records (USA) released a split 7" record with The Motherfucking Browns and John Q. Public. The Motherfucking Browns contributed a song from their 1999 album; "Lady, Stay Dead!" alongside a cover of "Bullet" a cover by the influential horror-rock band The Misfits.
2003 saw the release of Tony Hawk's Underground, video game for all major gaming platforms. Alongside bands like Kiss and Social Distortion, The Motherfucking Browns contributed a censored version of their song: "American Werewolf in Calgary". Tony Hawk's Underground went on to win several awards as a groundbreaking video game in 2003.
With the success of Tony Hawk's Underground a new website for the band was announced as well as a new myspace site. Both sites confirmed The Motherfucking Browns were performing with a new line-up: Charlie - Vocals, Eddie - Guitar, James - Bass, Joe - Drums.
2004 saw the release of "And Now the Screaming Starts!" on Meter Records (Canada). After much publicity, and several live shows in the Mid West USA, Horror High Records released their single "The Scream on Halloween" on their "Prom Queen Massacre" compilation, featuring other horror-rock bands such as Blitzkid and Calabrese.
After nearly three years of no activity Meter Records reported that The Motherfucking Browns have returned with the original line up that played on "Greatest Hits Volume One" (except ODB who had since passed away, and replaced by Chow Yun). In the fall of 2007 The Motherfucking Browns played a triumphant "comeback" show in their hometown of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Performing alongside fellow horror rockers Forbidden Dimension. In an interview with Beatroute Magazine a new album for 2008 was announced.
The band is known for their abrasive stage shows, wearing Balaclava ski masks on stage, and songs primarily about horror movies. Charlie Brown is also a contributing writer for horror website www.killerfilm.com
"The best band in the fucking world, you fuckers!"
3) The Browns, a gospel-influenced band, exude excitement on the stage and offer a life-changing experience to all who hear them. The Browns deliver the powerful message of the gospel through word and song that engage audiences of all ages.
The Browns have been touring across the United States since the group began its full-time ministry nine years ago. The heralded group began on the local and state level and has expanded and grown into a national touring group.
This year The Browns received the prestigious honor of Top 10 Mixed Group of the Year for the second year in a row. The Browns will be attending the Singing News Magazine fan awards at the National Quartet Convention in Louisville, KY. “It started out with the Singing News magazine fans voting for the top ten,” Michaela said. “We had no idea we were up for this ward until we got an e-mail to tell us. We were up with some wonderful groups. This honor is very rewarding coming from the fans and knowing that we’ve touched their hearts or ministered to them in some way.” Previously The Browns had been awarded the Top Horizon Group of the Year for 3 consecutive years.
The group has finished their newest recording at the Sound Kitchen and Daywind Studios in Nashville, TN with Grammy award winning producer, Bubba Smith. ”A New Day” will be the Browns 10th national CD release. The newest single on the album has just climbed to #25 on the national radio charts. It is written by group member Jessica, and her fiance, Nick Trammell intitled “It’s A God Thing”.
Four Walls
The Browns Lyrics
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You're drawn like a moth to a flame
You laugh while the wine's over-flowing
While I sit and whisper your name
Four walls to hear me
Four walls to see
Four walls too hear me
Sometimes I ask why I'm waiting
But my walls have nothing to say
I'm made for love, not for singing
So here's where you've left me, I'll stay
One night with you is like heaven
And so, while I'm walking the floor
I listen for steps in the hallway
And wait for your knock on my door
Four walls to hear me
Four walls to see
Four walls too hear me
Closing in on me
The Browns's song "Four Walls" talks about a person who is in love with someone who takes them for granted. The first few lines of the song say that the person with whom the singer is in love is attracted to the bright lights and laughter, whereas the singer just wants to be with them. Flashes of joy and abundance fill the surroundings, and the singer just sits in one corner, whispering their lover's name. The next verse tells us how the singer is struggling within four walls. They ask why are they waiting for their lover, but they get no answer as the walls are closing in on them. The singer says that they are built for love, not singing, and therefore they are in their present situation.
The bridge of the song is the climax, where the singer compares being with their lover to heaven. They lie awake at night, listening to the footsteps in the hallway, constantly waiting for their lover's knock on the door. The repetition of the phrase "Four walls to hear me, Four walls to see, Four walls too hear me, Closing in on me" shows how the singer has been forced to stay within their four walls and how it is affecting them. The song is about longing, loneliness, and unrequited love. The singer has poured their heart out but is still left with nothing but hope that someday, their love will come back to them.
Line by Line Meaning
Out where the bright lights are glowing
You are attracted to the excitement and glamour of the outside world.
You're drawn like a moth to a flame
The allure of the bright lights is irresistible, like a moth to a flame.
You laugh while the wine's over-flowing
You enjoy the excesses and pleasures of life, such as drinking wine.
While I sit and whisper your name
While you're having fun, I'm quietly thinking of you and longing for your return.
Four walls to hear me
I'm trapped in a room with only my own thoughts and feelings for company.
Four walls to see
All I can see are the same four walls, with no escape from my own loneliness.
Four walls too hear me
The walls are like a prison that reflect and amplify the sound of my own voice, which further intensifies my isolation.
Closing in on me
The walls feel like they are closing in on me, making my confinement feel even more suffocating and oppressive.
Sometimes I ask why I'm waiting
I question why I'm putting myself through this ordeal of waiting for someone who may never return.
But my walls have nothing to say
The walls are silent and unresponsive, providing no comfort or answers for my despair.
I'm made for love, not for singing
I long for love and human connection, not for singing or performing like some artists.
So here's where you've left me, I'll stay
Despite my misery, I'm resigned to staying here, waiting for you to return and comfort me.
One night with you is like heaven
Being with you is the only thing that brings me true happiness and peace, even if it's just for one night.
And so, while I'm walking the floor
I pace back and forth anxiously, unable to sit still and wait for you to come back.
I listen for steps in the hallway
I strain to hear any sound that might signify your return, even if it's just footsteps in the hallway.
And wait for your knock on my door
I hope and pray that you'll knock on my door and bring me the love and comfort I crave so desperately.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CAMPBELL MOORE
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