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”.
he will set your fields on fire
The Browns Lyrics
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To those now gone astray
Saying "Come ye men from your load of sin
There at the alter lay."
Many do not heed that the chains of greed
That their conscience never tire
Be assured my friend if you still offend
If you don't from sin retire
He will set your fields on fire
You have heard Jesus' call
And in death your soul must fall.
Now my friend if you desire
You may join the heavenly choir
And rejoice with Him free from every sin
When He sets this world on fire.
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You have heard His voice seen His soul rejoice
That trusted in his grace
You have blushed with sin as He knocked within
But still you hide your face.
From the blessed Lord and His own true word
But still you say retire
Leave the downward path kindle not His wrath
He will set your fields on fire.
If you don't from sin retire
He will set your fields on fire
You have heard Jesus' call
And in death your soul must fall.
Now my friend if you desire
You may join the heavenly choir
And rejoice with Him free from every sin
When He sets this world on fire...
The lyrics to "He Will Set Your Fields on Fire" by The Browns convey a strong message about the consequences of not heeding the call to repentance and continuing to live a life of sin. The song essentially serves as a warning to those who are straying from the path of righteousness.
The lyrics suggest that there is a call coming from the throne, symbolizing a divine message or command. This call is directed towards those who have gone astray and are caught in the chains of greed, their conscience seemingly unaffected. The song urges these individuals to come and lay their burdens at the altar, seeking forgiveness and salvation.
The repetition of the line "If you don't from sin retire, He will set your fields on fire" emphasizes the seriousness of the consequences that await those who do not repent. The "fields" in this context could symbolize one's life or soul, and the imagery of setting them on fire suggests divine judgment and punishment for remaining in a state of sinfulness.
The lyrics evoke a sense of urgency, urging the listener to heed Jesus' call, as death is inevitable and their soul will face a fall without repentance. However, the song also offers hope and redemption, suggesting that by joining the heavenly choir and rejoicing with Him, one can be free from sin when the world is ultimately set on fire.
Overall, "He Will Set Your Fields on Fire" serves as a cautionary tale, reminding listeners of the importance of repentance and turning away from a life of sin.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a call that rings from the throne it springs
A powerful and authoritative call emanates from a divine source
To those now gone astray
Directed towards individuals who are currently lost or led astray
Saying 'Come ye men from your load of sin
Inviting individuals burdened by sin to come forth
There at the altar lay.'
And lay their sins down at the altar, seeking redemption
Many do not heed that the chains of greed
Unfortunately, a significant number of people do not pay attention to the destructive influence of their greed
That their conscience never tire
Their conscience remains unaffected and indifferent
Be assured my friend if you still offend
It is certain, my friend, that if you continue to sin
He will set your fields on fire.
Divine punishment will befall you and your surroundings
If you don't from sin retire
Unless you give up and distance yourself from sinful behavior
You have heard Jesus' call
You are aware of the invitation extended by Jesus
And in death your soul must fall.
If you do not respond, your soul will face damnation in death
Now my friend if you desire
However, my friend, if you have the longing
You may join the heavenly choir
You have the opportunity to unite with the divine choir
And rejoice with Him free from every sin
And experience the joyous state of being without sin, in His presence
When He sets this world on fire.
During the period when He brings divine judgment upon the world
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An instrumental section with no specific lyrical meaning
You have heard His voice seen His soul rejoice
You have been exposed to His message and witnessed the joy in His soul
That trusted in his grace
Those who placed their trust and belief in His grace
You have blushed with sin as He knocked within
You have felt guilt and shame for your sinful actions as He sought to enter your life
But still you hide your face.
However, you continue to hide and avoid confronting your sins
From the blessed Lord and His own true word
You distance yourself from the blessings of the Lord and His truthful teachings
But still you say retire
Persistently, you insist on withdrawing and rejecting His message
Leave the downward path kindle not His wrath
Choose to abandon the sinful path and avoid provoking His anger
He will set your fields on fire.
Otherwise, He will subject you and your surroundings to divine punishment
If you don't from sin retire
Unless you give up and distance yourself from sinful behavior
You have heard Jesus' call
You are aware of the invitation extended by Jesus
And in death your soul must fall.
If you do not respond, your soul will face damnation in death
Now my friend if you desire
However, my friend, if you have the longing
You may join the heavenly choir
You have the opportunity to unite with the divine choir
And rejoice with Him free from every sin
And experience the joyous state of being without sin, in His presence
When He sets this world on fire...
During the period when He brings divine judgment upon the world
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