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 รdith 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. โIt started out with the Singing News magazine fans voting for the top ten,โ Michaela said. โWe 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 weโve touched their hearts or ministered to them in some way.โ 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. โA New Dayโ 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 โItโs A God Thingโ.
Tragic Romance
The Browns Lyrics
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Midst peaceful pines 'neath the rocks and the rills,
There stands my old homestead of long, long ago.
It brings back fond memories of one I loved so.
I courted a maiden so sweet and so fair,
With heavenly eyes and with chestnut brown hair,
She told me she loved me and said she'd be mine,
I'll tell you the reason why I left her there,
To roam this old world with its sorrows and cares,
I saw her one night in the arms of a man,
Hugging and kissing like true lovers can.
I went to my home with a heart full of woe,
Packed my belongings, determined to go,
For many long years, this old world I did roam,
With thoughts of my darling, my sweetheart, my own.
--- Instrumental ---
While dining one day in a little country town,
A stranger walked in and he chanced to sit down,
While talking of loved ones I happened to find,
That his sister was that old sweetheart of mine.
And hen he heard my story to me then he said,
The one that you loved has a long time been dead,
She waited so long for the day you'd return,
And just why you had left her she never did learn.
Now I am the man that you saw that fatal night,
Wrapped in the arms of my sister so tight,
She loved you so dearly, but you broke her heart,
Now stranger, from her ever more you must part...
The lyrics of "Tragic Romance" by The Browns tell the story of a bittersweet love affair set in the beautiful Tennessee hills. The singer reminisces about their old homestead and the memories it brings of a lost love. The song recounts how the singer courted a maiden, expressing her beauty with heavenly eyes and chestnut brown hair. The maiden professed her love and promised to be the singer's, but they chose to leave her behind and explore the world.
The reason for their departure becomes evident when the singer sees their beloved in the arms of another person, expressing affection like true lovers. Heartbroken and filled with sorrow, they return home, pack their belongings, and embark on a long journey, carrying the thoughts of their darling with them. As time passes, the singer finds themselves in a small country town, where a chance encounter with a stranger leads them to a startling revelation.
Line by Line Meaning
Nestled in the heart of those Tennessee hills
My old homestead is situated in the peaceful surroundings of the Tennessee hills.
Midst peaceful pines 'neath the rocks and the rills
Amongst the tranquil pine trees and natural formations like rocks and streams.
There stands my old homestead of long, long ago
In that place, my old home still stands, evoking memories of the past.
It brings back fond memories of one I loved so
That home triggers nostalgic recollections of the person I deeply loved.
I courted a maiden so sweet and so fair
I pursued a woman who was both lovely and charming.
With heavenly eyes and with chestnut brown hair
Her eyes were captivating, and she had beautiful chestnut brown hair.
She told me she loved me and said she'd be mine
She expressed her love for me and committed to being with me.
But I went away leaving her far behind
Despite her love, I chose to depart, leaving her behind without an explanation.
I'll tell you the reason why I left her there
Allow me to clarify the motive behind abandoning her in that place.
To roam this old world with its sorrows and cares
I decided to wander in this world with all its challenges and burdens.
I saw her one night in the arms of a man
One night, I witnessed her being affectionate with another man.
Hugging and kissing like true lovers can
They were embracing and kissing in a manner only true lovers would.
I went to my home with a heart full of woe
Distressed, I returned to my home with a heavy heart.
Packed my belongings, determined to go
Motivated by my emotions, I gathered my belongings and resolved to leave.
For many long years, this old world I did roam
I wandered through this world for an extended period of time.
With thoughts of my darling, my sweetheart, my own
Throughout my journey, I carried thoughts of my beloved, the one who was mine.
--- Instrumental ---
This part of the song is instrumental, without any lyrics.
While dining one day in a little country town
On a particular day, I was having a meal in a small town.
A stranger walked in and he chanced to sit down
A stranger entered and happened to sit at the same table as me.
While talking of loved ones I happened to find
During our conversation about loved ones, I made a discovery.
That his sister was that old sweetheart of mine
It turned out that the stranger's sister was the very same person who was once my sweetheart.
And hen he heard my story to me then he said
Upon learning my story, he then communicated with me.
The one that you loved has a long time been dead
He informed me that the person I loved had passed away a long time ago.
She waited so long for the day you'd return
She patiently anticipated the day of my return for a considerable duration.
And just why you had left her she never did learn
She never discovered the reason behind my departure, leaving her in a state of uncertainty.
Now I am the man that you saw that fatal night
Revealing his identity, he clarified that he was the man I witnessed with her on that crucial night.
Wrapped in the arms of my sister so tight
He confirmed that they were tightly embraced, as she was his own sister.
She loved you so dearly, but you broke her heart
Despite loving you deeply, you shattered her heart.
Now stranger, from her ever more you must part
Henceforth, stranger, you must forever separate from her.
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