Singers · 1926–2005
Oscar Brown, Jr.
American recording artist; singer, songwriter, playwright, poet, civil rights activist, and actor (1926–2005)
- Born
- 10 October 1926
Chicago - Died
- 29 May 2005
Chicago - Country
- United States
- Record labels
- Columbia Records, Fontana Records
- Discography
- 11 albums
Biography
Oscar Brown, Jr. was a jazz musician who played voice. Oscar Brown, Jr. was born on 10 October 1926 in Chicago and died on 29 May 2005 in Chicago. The music is usually filed under rhythm and blues. Record labels: Columbia Records and Fontana Records. The discography here lists 11 albums, from “Sin & Soul” (1960) to “We’re Live” (2013).
Oscar Brown Jr. (October 10, 1926 – May 29, 2005) was an American singer, songwriter, playwright, poet, actor, and civil rights activist (Brown was African-American). Aside from his career, Brown ran unsuccessfully for office in both the Illinois state legislature and the U.S. Congress. Brown wrote many songs (125 have been published), 12 albums, and more than a dozen musical plays.
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Discography
Studio and live albums
Listen on Spotify
Frequently asked questions
What instrument did Oscar Brown, Jr. play?
Oscar Brown, Jr. is known for playing voice.
When and where was Oscar Brown, Jr. born?
Oscar Brown, Jr. was born 10 October 1926 in Chicago.
What are Oscar Brown, Jr.'s best-known albums?
Albums in our database include Sin & Soul (1960), Between Heaven And Hell (1962), In A New Mood (1962), Tells It Like It Is! (1963) and Mr. Oscar Brown Jr. Goes To Washington (1965).
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