Crazy World Of Arthur Brown |
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Arthur Brown had started singing in the early 1960s and had been a member of various amateur and semi-pro bands while a student before moving to France during 1966. It was there that he created the beginnings of his zany stage act and eccentric persona, becoming a popular Parisian night club entertainer. 'Crazy World Of Arthur Brown' was created on his return to England during 1967. His bizarre antics on stage and his extensive make-up- long before the practice became popular- swiftly gained him notoriety and news of the group spread to new record label 'Track'. The group's second release 'Fire!', on which Brown's magnificently powerful vocal is put to good effect went all the way to the top. However, the band had nothing else amongst their extensive stage material that could be used to consolidate their achievement and they became 'one hit wonders'. Despite Arthur Brown's absence from the Pop chart, he remained a popular live act and had some success with albums throughout the 1970s. 'Crazy World' was wound up during the early 1970s and Arthur pursued a solo career before finally retiring from professional music. However, he still returns to show business when the opportunity presents itself and demonstrates that he still has 'Fire!'. |
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| Track 604 008 | 1967 | Devil's Grip/ Give Him A Flower | |
| Track 604 022 | 1968 | Fire! Rest Cure | #1 |
| Track 604 026 | 1968 | Nightmare/ What's Happening |
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