Findlay Brown
Findlay Brown is a Yorkshire-born, Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter and producer. His music is melodic, gentle and intimate, drawing on influences from the rural settings where he grew up. His songs are metaphoric, often using nature's imagery to illustrate the inner conflict in the search for a more truthful way of living.
Findlay Brown | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1976 (age 46–47) York, England, United Kingdom |
| Genres | Pop, experimental, ambient |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals, piano, personal computer |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Labels | Verve, Peacefrog |
| Website | findlaybrown |
His debut album, Separated By the Sea, was released in 2007 on Peacefrog Records in the UK. It was produced by former Simian singer, Simon Lord. Dave Simpson gave the album 5/5 stars: "Brilliantly melancholic, the most unlikely classic of the year" ***** – The Guardian[1] "Set's the benchmark for gorgeous troubadour folk" – MOJO.
Brown's second solo album Love Will Find You was released in 2010 on Verve Records, US. It was produced by ex-Suede guitarist Bernard Butler.
Slow Light Brown's third solo album release was co-produced with Danish producer Tobias Wilner (Blue Foundation), and with influences drawing from minimalist music, soundtracks, African music and classic songwriting."A kaleidoscopic, nostalgic vision." – Interview Magazine[2] "There's a newfound breath and life in these compositions…" – SPIN.[3]
Collaborations and touring
Findlay Brown has toured and collaborated with: Erol Alkan, Lily Allen, Au Revoir Simone, Carl Barât, Barbarossa, Bat for Lashes, Brendan Benson, Beyond the Wizard's Sleeve, Blue Foundation, Briganté, Bernard Butler, Alberta Cross, Drivin N Cryin, Duffy, Johnny Flynn, Bert Jansch, Keane, Simon Lord, Lovefingers, Luca C, Brendan Lynch, Shelby Lynne, Passenger, Fionn Regan, John Renbourn, The Sleepy Jackson, Angus and Julia Stone, Richard Swift, Taylor Swift, and Paul Weller, and at the Warchild Benefit Concert at Brixton Academy with the Pet Shop Boys.
In 2013, Brown formed a DJing duo with Xander Ferreira which they called The Happy Show, playing host at events – both in Brooklyn, where they are based, and elsewhere – to which they brought an "African groove". In describing these events, one reviewer said the pair had "created a joyous, ritualistic, dance gathering."[4]
Brown's concerts and touring from 2006 to 2015 included major cities throughout Europe and the US. He has performed at all the major summer festivals, including CMJ Music Marathon, the End of the Road Festival, the Glastonbury Festival, the Latitude Festival, the Reading Festival, Secret Garden Party, and SXSW.
TV and media
Findlay Brown appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman in January 2010 with a full orchestra. Findlay has performed several TV show appearances such as The Late Show with David Letterman, Top of the Pops and TARATATA. Radio support from radio hosts Zane Lowe and Jo Whiley (Radio 1) Ferne Cotton (Radio 2), John Kennedy (XFM), Rita Houston WFUV, KEXP, Deepak Chopra (Sirius Radio).
Findlay Brown has appeared in many major international media and publications, including: The Guardian, Mojo, The New York Times, Vice, The Sun, Vogue, Musicweek, The LA Times, Spin Magazine, Arena, Oprah, Uncut, Word, Drowned in Sound, Stereogum and many more.
His song "Come Home" was featured in a television advertisements for the credit card company MasterCard.[5]
Discography
Albums
- Separated By the Sea, Peacefrog, 2007.
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "I Will (Ghost Ship)" | 5:17 |
| 2. | "But You Love Me" | 3:19 |
| 3. | "Down Among The Deadmen" | 4:31 |
| 4. | "Separated by the Sea" | 2:35 |
| 5. | "Loneliness I Fear" | 4:14 |
| 6. | "Come Home" | 3:05 |
| 7. | "Losing The Will To Survive (Single Version)" | 4:15 |
| 8. | "Paperman" | 4:53 |
| 9. | "Tonight Wont Wait" | 3:55 |
| 10. | "Don't You Know I Love You" | 7:12 |
| 11. | "Twin Green Pram" | 3:08 |
- Love Will Find You, Verve, 2010.
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Love Will Find You" | 3:18 |
| 2. | "Nobody Cared" | 3:57 |
| 3. | "All That I Have" | 2:40 |
| 4. | "Everybody Needs Love" | 4:33 |
| 5. | "That's Right" | 2:27 |
| 6. | "Teardrops Lost in the Rain" | 3:23 |
| 7. | "Holding Back The Night" | 4:18 |
| 8. | "If I Could Do It Again (I'd Do It With You)" | 2:37 |
| 9. | "I Still Want You" | 2:02 |
| 10. | "I Had A Dream" | 5:35 |
- Slow Light, Nettwerk, 2015.
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Run Home" | 4:56 |
| 2. | "Made of Stone" | 3:24 |
| 3. | "Make a Getaway" | 5:52 |
| 4. | "The Mountain Falls for the Sea" | 3:07 |
| 5. | "Emeralds" | 1:44 |
| 6. | "All is Love" | 4:53 |
| 7. | "Ride into the Sun" | 3:36 |
| 8. | "Alone Again" | 3:50 |
| 9. | "Born of the Stars" | 3:30 |
| 10. | "Beyond the void (Part II)" | 1:36 |
- Not Everything Beautiful Is Good, Nettwerk, 2018.
- Being Young Is Getting Old, Nettwerk, 2021.
Extended plays
- Don't You Know I Love You EP (2006)
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Don't You Know I Love You" | 2:59 |
| 2. | "Separated by the Sea" | 2:37 |
| 3. | "Come Home" | 3:05 |
| 4. | "Promised Land (Pilooski Edit)" | 05:58 |
| 5. | "Polly" | 03:43 |
| 6. | "Broken Every Rule" | 2:52 |
- Versus EP (2009)
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Nobody Cared (Lynchmob Version)" | 05:56 |
| 2. | "Nobody Cared (Lynchmob Beats)" | 5:57 |
| 3. | "Stallions' Suite Featuring The Stallions" | 10:35 |
- Promised Land EP (2010)
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Promised Land" | 02:20 |
| 2. | "Promised Land (VillA Remix)" | 07:47 |
| 3. | "Promised Land (Hypnolove Remix)" | 04:15 |
| 4. | "Promised Land (Pilooski Edit)" | 05:58 |
| 5. | "Promised Land (Mellow Remix)" | 03:07 |
| 6. | "Promised Land (Acid Washed Remix)" | 04:49 |
Singles
- Last Christmas (2006)
- Lean on Me (2017)
References
- Simpsom, Dave. "Findlay Brown Separated by the Sea". The Guardian. Retrieved 16 February 2007.
- McDermott, Emily. "Exclusive Video Premiere: Ride Into the Sun". Interview. Retrieved 20 July 2015.
- Joyce, Colin. "Findlay Brown basks in Slow Light on Kaleidoscopic Solo LP". Spin. Retrieved 31 August 2015.
- "NEWS: Findlay Brown Returns w/ Slow Light Out 9/4, Premieres 'Ride Into The Sun'". Todd Star Photography. 20 July 2015. Retrieved 13 November 2015.
- Simpson, Dave (16 February 2007). "Findlay Brown, Separated by the Sea". The Guardian. Retrieved 6 December 2008.