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Clyde Jackson Browne (born October 9, 1948) is an American rock musician, singer, songwriter, and political activist who has sold over 18 million albums in the United States. Emerging as a teenage songwriter in mid-1960s Los Angeles, he had his first successes writing songs for others.
Find out the latest news and updates about Jackson Browne, a long-time social justice, environmental and educational activist. Learn how he was honored by the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music in 2024.
- “For a Dancer” (from Late for the Sky, 1974) The Jackson Browne song that belongs in the time capsule has no satire, no political commentary and nothing to do with love.
- “Before the Deluge” (from Late for the Sky, 1974) On the surface, “Before the Deluge” is pretty clearly a Biblical analog: the denizens of the Earth simply going about their business prior to being wiped out in the Noachian Flood.
- “The Pretender” (from The Pretender, 1976) While its sister song “Before the Deluge” observes an apocalyptic scene from a far-away, macrocosmic viewpoint, “The Pretender” is the same song from an up-close, character-driven viewpoint.
- “Fountain of Sorrow” (from Late for the Sky, 1974) A masterpiece of writing universally from a very specific vantage point, “Fountain of Sorrow” failed to chart on the Hot 100, but remains a fan favorite to this day.
Jul 26, 2021 · July 26, 2021 5 AM PT. Jackson Browne knows people think he’s past his prime. Or “way out over my due date,” as he puts it on his new album. “I’m talking about shelf life,” he says. “But I...
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Learn about the life and career of Jackson Browne, a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member and a social and environmental activist. Explore his classic albums, songs, awards and collaborations with other artists.
Apr 23, 2024 · Jackson Browne, German-born American singer, songwriter, pianist, and guitarist who helped define the singer-songwriter movement of the 1970s. He is known for such songs as ‘Doctor My Eyes,’ ‘The Pretender,’ and ‘Running on Empty.’ Learn more about Browne’s life and music.
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