Halloween is rapidly approaching and since this is the last song of the day post before Halloween let us tickle the frightening fancy by choosing an artist who claims, in this song, that he is “the god of hellfire.” He also brings us fire. This man is, none other then, Arthur Brown, and his eccentric style of psychedelic rock and his flamboyant and theatric performance style were large influences on musicians like Alice Cooper.
In 1968, Arthur Brown released the single “Fire,” and scared the public with his odd style and the fact that while performing the song he wore a helmet onto which had a bowl which held lighter fluid or petrol. One problem, the bowl was not insulated and the heat from the burning fuel quickly conducted through the fixing bolt to the top of Brown’s head, causing him considerable pain. Yes, he certainly brought everyone fire and took himself to burn. The song, which included the usage of a hammond electronic organ and an orchestral backing, sounded so good that people simply ignored the fact that the performer was, quite literally, on fire.
Well, the late 60’s were an odd time and no one took advantage of this quite like Arthur Brown and his crazy world. The song though is fantastic and for Halloween it is a must. So, for all you college students hitting up frats, clubs, and bars for the wacky events of Halloween make sure to suggest to the DJ’s, “Fire.” If one of them actually has the song commend them on being awesome.
"Fire," No, I am not kidding, FIRE!!! everyone RUN!!!
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