album · September 1, 1968
The Crazy World of Arthur Brown
Polydor RecordsSee this day
psychedelic rockhard rockrock
Arthur Brown's self-titled debut is a landmark of 1960s psychedelic rock, featuring the iconic hit single "Fire."
- The album was produced by the Who's manager, Kit Lambert.
- "Fire" reached number 2 on the UK Singles Chart and number 20 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
- The album cover features a famous shot of Brown in his Egyptian-inspired costume with a helmet that later caught fire during live performances.
Arthur Brown is a vocalist known for his eccentric stage presence and distinctive psychedelic rock. He rose to prominence in the late 1960s with his band of the same name.
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