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The Eiderdowns
Acoustic / Folk / Pop

We rock...but in a gentle & melodic way!



Newcastle Upon Tyne
United Kingdom

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Last Login:  12/15/2009
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Member Since4/21/2006
Band Websitewww.theeiderdowns.com
Band MembersGuy Bainbridge (guitar, piano, mandolin, flute, harmonica, and vocals) Patrick 'Paddy' Lawrence (violin, viola, egg, mobile phone and backing vocals) Also featuring Miwa Bain (Japanese flute, vocals) Nigel Bainbridge (drums) Tony Davis (keyboard bass) Ian Douglas (sax, harmonica)
InfluencesOur influences are wide and unfortunately don't always show up in our music. The main ones are James Taylor, John Martyn, Prefab Sprout, The Smiths, Stephane Grappelli
Sounds LikeJames Taylor, John Martyn, Simon & Garfunkel, Prefab Sprout, you tell us!
Record LabelWatch This Space!


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   About The Eiderdowns
The Eiderdowns are Guy Bainbridge (guitar and vocals) and Patrick Lawrence (violin). We play a mix of folk, rock, pop, world music, and obscure tunes. Sometimes very obscure (i.e. our own stuff!). 'Lucious melodic contemporary folk' - IndieHeart.com. 'A stunning musical duo' - Terry Kelly, The Informer.

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David Franks: Walkabouts Verse

David Franks: Walkabouts Verse



Dec 15 2009 11:03 AM

After you've finished here, you may like to hear this folk-carol on myspace...
Poem 230 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse
(see my blog for details): 
CHRISTMAS SUNG SIMPLY

As gospellers have said,
Beneath signalling skies,
On land dusty to tread,
A trough in a stable
Was the strawy first-bed
Of a divine baby -
The forgiving Godhead.

A season for new hope -
There then and here now;
The yuletide of goodwill -
There then and here now.

In respect of this chance,
Beneath bright or dark skies,
Faith's the star that we glance
Attending Christ's churches
And trying to enhance,
With singing and ritual,
Our God-loving stance.

A...

(C) David Franks 2003
President

President



Dec 13 2009 12:44 PM

Guys,

We have just completed our latest track, have a peek and let us know what you think.

Tony and Geoff  :)


Six Thousand Miles

Six Thousand Miles



Dec 10 2009 2:33 PM

We used to be called "Mumrik" that was looking for a singer and now we finally found a singer and the band name became STM since we are working together at a distance of 6000miles from Leeds, UK to Kyoto, Japan.
We have uploaded 3 songs now. Check out how it works.
adam cooper

adam cooper



Nov 30 2009 4:32 PM

Hi Patrick!

I've lost your numer. Can you give me a call?

Thanks
A.
Bill Stewart

Bill Stewart



Nov 21 2009 8:34 PM

Hey thanks for the add : )
New album out soon, go to www.rgfrecords.demon.co.uk for more info.
Thanks, Bill.
President

President



Oct 30 2009 6:38 PM

Two tracks in a week guys and both so very different. What a fun song 'Grey' is Paddy, well apart from the Bush slant... lol Respect, just love the story... Hope your gig goes well tonight at South Shields, wish I would have noticed that earlier :(

Later Dude... you rock

Tony
President

President



Oct 29 2009 6:08 PM

Five Words… Love this, 
1 = This  2 = Song = 3 = Is  4 = Just 5 = Great….



 



Keep up the great work guys, your writing is fab.



 



Tony

David Franks: Walkabouts Verse

David Franks: Walkabouts Verse



Oct 26 2009 9:34 PM

After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace... 

Poem 162 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse
(please see my blog): 
TEES TO TYNE: FIRST IMPRESSIONS - SUMMER 2001 

Where traditions are not so rare; 
    Sea, country and works scent the air; 
A multitude of monuments, 
    Planted tubs and patterned pavements. 

The longish pedestrian malls; 
    The remnants of defensive walls; 
Historic buildings are a gauge 
    Of the respect for heritage. 

Wheat, rape and pines in the fields; 
    Estuaries guarded by shields; 
Long sandy beaches and wide scenes; 
    Romantic-ruin go-betweens. 

Rivers in parts licked by trees, 
    Or fringed by boat clubs, wharfs, gantries, 
And crossed by practical delights - 
    Varied spans, forming pleasing sights. 

Fine churches headed at Durham; 
    Football kits ad infinitum; 
Kept castles - one for study; 
    Masonry behind masonry. 

And, with moulding-works out that way, 
It’s somewhere for a longer stay..? 

(C) David Franks 2003
unsigned sunderland

unsigned sunderland



Sep 18 2009 7:39 PM

if you use facebook join our group theres lots of of paid gigs being advertised and its a good way to keep up with other bands

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=112369009436&ref=ts

President

President



Sep 16 2009 8:15 AM

Hi Paddy,



 



I totally agree, it was Sony that stalled on
the album I heard.



 



Their loss our gain, pity we have all  had to wait so long for another classic gem.



 



Tony and Geoff

Cousin Kate

Cousin Kate



Sep 1 2009 5:23 PM

Thank you for your myspace friendship :)
We hope you enjoy our music and wish a magical day!
President

President



Aug 28 2009 4:07 PM

Hey Paddy, Guy,

Hows tricks, hope your both well and looking forwards to a bank holiday rest. Just wanted to let you know  that we have just updated our page with a brand new track, Geoff takes the lead on this one. The tracks called "Champagne in the Rain" think you might like it.

Hows the Albion project progressing, can't wait to see and hear the sound track.

All the best fellas



Your southern brothers

Tony and Geoff
Ian

Ian



Aug 25 2009 7:14 PM

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PROFILAXIA

PROFILAXIA



Aug 8 2009 12:43 AM

cool soundz people...



David Franks: Walkabouts Verse

David Franks: Walkabouts Verse



Jul 24 2009 4:34 PM

After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace... 

Poem 2 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse
(please see my blog): 
WALKABOUT WITH MY PEN 

Once drove an old sedan, up north, 
From a place in Sydney to Cairns; 
Then to Kuranda I went forth, 
By train, to look without set plans.

I browsed through the trendy market, 
With fresh fruits of tropical kind; 
Walked to the creek through lush thicket - 
Nature’s hand giving peace of mind.

I dined in a scenic cafe; 
Then, outside, as I wrote for yen, 
Some passing Kooris called-out: “Hey, 
You go walkabout with your pen.” 

Request or question, I don’t know -
Assured voices, elderly men.
That’s now several years ago, 
And I’ve seen the world - with my pen.

(C) David Franks 2003
clunkie

clunkie



Jun 9 2009 9:00 AM

the beat go-gos on
Cherbourg

Cherbourg



Jun 5 2009 7:48 AM

Thanks Guys ,

We are really looking forward to the show!! Come and say hello ,

xx
Flaine

Flaine



Jun 1 2009 7:03 PM

Hi Patrick! I'm afraid that link you sent me won't work, what's the name of your band again? Perhaps I could add you on Facebook?
Simon Todd

Simon Todd



May 23 2009 11:04 AM

Thanks for the friendship.

Keep safe,

Simon

http://www.simontodd.co.uk

President

President



Mar 31 2009 10:02 PM

Taxi & Albion -- Class
President

President



Mar 24 2009 7:53 AM

If you get change Paddy and Guy, have a peek at this.

http://www.real-songs.com/

Tony and Geoff
President

President



Mar 22 2009 3:37 PM

The Eiderdowns

Just to let you know we have just finished an audio interview with Realsons, I will drop you another mesage when its online. It was a pretty cool interview to be honest. In the meantime hope you have enjoyed our latest track on our player.

Speak Soon

Tony & Geoff
President

President



Mar 18 2009 11:55 PM

Hey Guys,

When you get a chance come over to our space and check out our new track.

Hope all is going ok with you two, still lovin Taxi, Girl and Stay!!! :)

Tony and Geoff
THE SUN AND THE MOON

THE SUN AND THE MOON



Mar 8 2009 10:04 AM

Music for Aborigines featuring Andy Clegg and Andy Whitaker from The Sun and the Moon play the Retro along side The 66 Saturday 11th April. Steve Wilson will be on drums and original MFA keyboardist Col Smith will be on keyboards.
For tickets and further details contact www. myspace. com/redatretro

We will be on stage around 9pm but give us a shout nearer the time if you want to double check

Andy Whitaker
Vix Tuff Pix

Vix Tuff Pix



Feb 10 2009 12:11 PM

Hey guys, wey thank u kindly for ur add! Liking the work kids! if ya get 5check oot me pix! Cheers me dears, vix n er pix xxx
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