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”.
The Old Master Painter
The Browns Lyrics
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Painted the violets and the daffodills
He put the purple in the twilight haze
Then did a rainbow for the rainy days
Then came his masterpiece and when he was through
He smiled down from heaven and he gave me you
What a beautiful job on that wonderful day
Dreamed up the murals on the blue summer skies
Painted the devil in my darlin's eyes
Captured the dreamer with a thousand thrills
The old master painter from the faraway hills.
Then came his masterpiece and when he was through
He smiled down from heaven and he gave me you
What a beautiful job on that wonderful day
That old master painter from the hills far away.
Dreamed up the murals on the blue summer skies
painted the devil in my darlin's eyes
Captured the dreamer with a thousand thrills
The old master painter from the faraway hills...
"The Old Master Painter" is a song by The Browns that tells a story of an artist who creates beautiful paintings from his secluded home in the hills. The lyrics suggest that this artist has a special talent for capturing the beauty of nature, as he paints violets, daffodils, and even creates a rainbow for rainy days. The song portrays the artist as a masterful painter, capable of creating breathtaking scenes that bring joy and awe to those who see them.
The first verse specifically highlights the artist's skill in using colors to create a certain atmosphere or mood. The mention of the purple in the twilight haze suggests that the artist has a keen understanding of how different shades and hues can evoke specific feelings. The phrase "Then came his masterpiece" indicates that the artist has a particular creation that stands out among all his other works. This masterpiece is seen as a gift from heaven, symbolizing its exceptional beauty and significance.
In the second verse, the lyrics take a more personal tone as they describe how the artist's talent extends beyond just painting landscapes. The artist is said to have "dreamed up the murals on the blue summer skies," suggesting that he has the ability to bring imagination and fantasy to life through his artwork. Additionally, the line "painted the devil in my darlin's eyes" implies that the artist has the ability to capture the complexity and depth of human emotions in his paintings.
Ultimately, the song suggests that the artist's most significant creation is the person listening to the song, who is referred to as "you." The artist's masterpiece is portrayed as the creation of this person, symbolizing the artist's role in bringing love and happiness into their life. The mention of a "wonderful day" signifies the transformative power of the artist's work, highlighting how their creation has made a lasting impact.
Overall, "The Old Master Painter" celebrates the talent and artistic genius of the painter from afar. The lyrics highlight the artist's ability to capture nature's beauty, as well as the power to evoke emotions and dreams through their artwork. The song ultimately suggests that the artist's greatest creation is the person who is listening to the song, emphasizing the profound impact that art and love can have on one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
That old master painter from the faraway hills
The skilled artist who came from a distant place
Painted the violets and the daffodils
Created beautiful paintings of flowers
He put the purple in the twilight haze
Added a touch of purple to the evening sky
Then did a rainbow for the rainy days
Painted a rainbow to bring joy during gloomy times
Then came his masterpiece and when he was through
Finally, he completed his greatest work of art
He smiled down from heaven and he gave me you
He looked upon me with joy and blessed me with your presence
What a beautiful job on that wonderful day
His creation was truly magnificent on that special day
That old master painter from the hills far away.
The skilled artist who originated from distant hills
Dreamed up the murals on the blue summer skies
Imagined vibrant artwork on the clear summer skies
Painted the devil in my darlin's eyes
Portrayed a mischievous spark in my beloved's eyes
Captured the dreamer with a thousand thrills
Enthralling the dreamer with countless exhilarating moments
The old master painter from the faraway hills.
The skilled artist who hailed from distant hills
Then came his masterpiece and when he was through
Finally, he completed his greatest work of art
He smiled down from heaven and he gave me you
He looked upon me with joy and blessed me with your presence
What a beautiful job on that wonderful day
His creation was truly magnificent on that special day
That old master painter from the hills far away.
The skilled artist who originated from distant hills
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