The Classic Brown is Canadian artist Stacey Brown and a rotating cast of musicians. Her first EP was produced by John Crossingham (of Raising the Fawn, and Broken Social Scene) on a 4-track in a Toronto basement. Though the master was lost, the rough-cut Ep was released in limited edition in handicraft packages to happy accolades:

Let it be known that I am an official Classic Brown fan. The sweet, introspective, observant lyrics, acoustic strumming, and finger-painting-with-electronics were just too much for me to handle. I gave in after the first listen. Throw in the fact that this EP is a self-released effort and I'm completely helpless. Ryan, Delusions of Adequacy http://www.adequacy.net/review.php?reviewID=835

Where most artists seem to regurgitate everything they love about their favorite band/artist, Brown is clever and rather than copy or imitate she creates her own style. If youre looking for an easy comparison much like, The Classic Brown sounds like its not that simple. Lesley Benchina, Bedlam Society

The current roster of The Classic Brown features ex-Secession Movement guitarist/ vocalist David Downham, Steve Poponi and David Dunn (all currently of New Jerseys Up Up Down Down).

Down with Fun was recorded over the course of three years, during which time the studio relocated, Dave and Stacey married and Stacey relocated to South Jersey the home of Gradwell House Recording Studio, owned and operated by Downham and Poponi.

Canadian CD release shows were performed in Toronto and St. Catharines in October 2006. The reviews so far have been promising. Down with Fun was included in Driven magazine’s “eight to listen to…” along with Beck, Bob Dylan, Be Your Own Pet, TV on the Radio and Justin Timberlake.

Don’t let The Classic Brown’s name fool you; Stacey Brown’s music is colourful, creative, energetic, lush and beautiful. Jordy Yack, Pulse Magazine

Brown’s vocals remind me of the soft sound of Amy Millan from Stars. Like Millan, Brown sounds girly and sweet without the syrup or any hint of punk. The result is a voice that you want to listen to whether she’s singing about love or war and backed by a full orchestra or just one guitar.... The only thing keeping Brown away from a record deal is probably the fact that she hasn’t even tried to get one. Lisa Town, Delusions of Adequacy

Down with Fun can be purchased at Mars Red Music in Haddonfield, NJ, at Soundscapes in Toronto or at The Beat Goes On in St. Catharines, Ontario. Or you can click on the "buy now" button below to order your copy online for $12.50 US shipping included.