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”.
Great Speckled Bird
The Browns Lyrics
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Concerning a great speckled bird
Remember her name is recorded
On the pages of God's Holy Word.
Desiring to lower her standards
They watch every move that she makes
They long to find fault with her teachings
I am glad I have learned of her meekness
I am proud that my name is in the book
For I want to be one never fearing
The face of my Savior to look.
When He cometh descending from heaven
On the clouds, as He writes in His Word
I'll be joyfully carried to meet Him
On the wings of the great speckled bird...
The lyrics to The Browns’ song, Great Speckled Bird, are vividly poetic and deeply religious. The song speaks of a remarkable bird, whose name is recorded in the pages of God’s Holy Word. The bird, it is suggested, is a symbol for the church, which is loved by many, but also persecuted and watched closely. Despite the efforts of the church’s detractors to find fault with her teachings, they are unable to do so, as there is no mistake to be found.
The song then suggests that the church is characterized by meekness, and those who aspire to be like her are proud to have their names in the book of life. The final stanza of the song is a joyous declaration of the believer’s faith in the second coming of Christ. When the Savior descends from heaven, believers will be carried to meet Him on the wings of the great speckled bird. This line is a powerful metaphor for the idea that believers will be elevated to heaven alongside the church.
The song appeals to those who feel that they belong to the downtrodden, who are persecuted or mocked. It speaks of the church as a symbol of righteousness, humility, and meekness, and encourages listeners to strive to be like her. The song is an uplifting and inspiring testimony to the enduring appeal and power of faith.
Line by Line Meaning
What a beautiful thought I am thinking
I am filled with joy and wonder as I think about a great speckled bird
Concerning a great speckled bird
This bird is the focus of my thoughts and admiration
Remember her name is recorded
This bird is so important that her name is written in God's Holy Word and remembered for eternity
On the pages of God's Holy Word.
Her significance is so great that she is mentioned in the scripture
Desiring to lower her standards
There are those who wish to bring down the great speckled bird, to make her less important and valuable
They watch every move that she makes
These individuals closely monitor the bird's actions and teachings
They long to find fault with her teachings
Their goal is to discover flaws in her teachings, but they are unsuccessful
But really they find no mistake.
They cannot find anything wrong with what the great speckled bird teaches
I am glad I have learned of her meekness
I am grateful to know about the humility of the great speckled bird
I am proud that my name is in the book
I am honored to have my name written alongside hers in God's book
For I want to be one never fearing
I aspire to be someone who is never afraid
The face of my Savior to look.
So that when my Savior comes, I will be ready to look upon His face
When He cometh descending from heaven
When my Savior comes down from the heavens
On the clouds, as He writes in His Word
Just as it is written in the Holy scripture, He will arrive on the clouds
I'll be joyfully carried to meet Him
I will be filled with joy as I am lifted up to meet Him
On the wings of the great speckled bird...
Lifted by the great speckled bird, I will be carried to meet my Savior
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Ruth Boykin
I have always loved this song, so beautiful here! I think the first time I heard the song, Roy Acuff sang it. Thank you, B.!
BeMisty
You're welcome, Ruth!
Primrose Haran
Fantastic love this song from the browns thank you for this post
CountryBoy Williams
SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL.....CLASSIC
BeMisty
Thanks!
betty stephenson
beautiful misty thanks