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abbey (1), wood (6), abbey wood (1), rg (42), paddler (47), rgpaddler (29), rg paddler (44), ghost (26), M.R. James (1), A neighbours landmark (1), story (28)
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Well the one thing I love about England is the copses,and way back when I was 16 I used to spend summer evenings exploring them which wasn't always easy as they are usually on private land and I wouldn't promote doing this is any way.Then one day I heard a ghost story read by Michael Horden written by M.R. James called 'A Neighbours Landmark' and I loved it so much that I was inspired to write this song.The original story refers to 'That which walks in Betton Wood'
Lyrics:
Abbey Wood - RG Paddler
(CHORUS)
I warn thee now I warn thee well
Be careful not to wander
Too far down that winding path
In Abbey Wood so green..
Verse 1
There was a maiden oh so fair
Who walked among the corn
And beauty she did find right there
A rose without a thorn
Said to the rose to she
Can I sing to thee?
And began to sing out loud
Our maiden fell asleep at this
And rain fell from the clouds
Verse 2
A young lad came to plough the corn
In Abbey wood so green
He came upon the maiden sleeping
Like a faery queen
Well he bowed down low and
He kissed her cheek
She sprang up eyes like fire
And never again was the young boy seen
By Farmer,Wife nor Squire
Verse 3
They say that on the Autumn nights
Beneath the rosey moon
That if you stand amongst the corn
A beast will find you soon
And the only thing that you may hear
Is my voice I forewarn
For yes - I am that wildest flower
..A rose without a thorn
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Dead-on harmonies! &mdash 02/19/07 - 09:10:54 PM
Sounds great--very traditional, timeless sound. The harmonies are real rich and full. The story is well-written and appropriately freaky--the temptation of the perfect flower, a rose without a thorn, will eat you alive... [ Reply to This ]
Thank u Lena &mdash 02/28/07 - 11:11:47 AM
In actual fact - the original story is completely different and far spookier - talks alot abot bats in the belltower and creeping spiders and seeing a woman all in tatters gliding down the forest path at dusk.But anyway - I tell too much of it.M.R James - I reccommend!
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You used to call me... 'fluffy pup' [ Reply to This ]
Great harmonies &mdash 02/19/07 - 10:50:06 PM
Wonderful traditional feel with a well-heeled folk lesson; it would be great around a firepit on a summer's night. I'm goin' straight to my sleeping bag! Well done. [ Reply to This ]
thanks joe &mdash 02/28/07 - 11:13:58 AM
be sure to check that sleeping bag for other things who aren't paying any rent!
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You used to call me... 'fluffy pup' [ Reply to This ]
Really nice &mdash 02/19/07 - 11:40:07 PM
harmony. Like a jester, great voice great lyrics. Thanks for sharing. [ Reply to This ]
Thanks texas &mdash 02/28/07 - 11:17:30 AM
I loved the idea of minstrels carrying the news from town to town - and changing it as they went like tabloid newspapers.Unfortunately I think the Jester may have had a bit of a rough time of it.It'd be great to walk around in one of those 3 pointed red and yellow hats with bells though when doing one's weekly shop at the supermarket.Regards RG
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You used to call me... 'fluffy pup' [ Reply to This ]
Very Nice --- &mdash 02/20/07 - 01:07:39 AM
thank u &mdash 02/28/07 - 11:18:58 AM
Good stuff matey &mdash 02/20/07 - 07:04:07 AM
Thanks Dick &mdash 02/28/07 - 11:21:24 AM
I wonder if youve been up Chanctonbury Ring at all,as it is near you - I've had a few strange experiences up there I can tell you.Beautiful place but strange - I studied its history quite a bit and did some metal detecting up there.Thanks for dropping by
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You used to call me... 'fluffy pup' [ Reply to This ]
well richard, &mdash 02/20/07 - 09:27:17 AM
this song is simply a diamond. pure and clear and beautiful, with amazing vocals and fantastic harmonies. it reminds me so much of the band called The voice squad, but in some way i have to say i like your song better, because those beautiful rich harmonies in your song are regurarly changed with single melody, so you dont get that feeling of being overwhelmed with harmonies. you have the time to "digest" the beauty of a perfectly sung chord.
stunning
paja [ Reply to This ]
Pavlina &mdash 02/28/07 - 11:24:09 AM
Goosebumps.Glad u enjoyed - It'd be great to hear a folk group sing it like the copper family
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You used to call me... 'fluffy pup' [ Reply to This ]
Harmonies &mdash 02/20/07 - 04:35:28 PM
The English tradition..... &mdash 02/21/07 - 01:11:25 AM
CHANGE UP &mdash 02/21/07 - 04:29:38 PM
I've heard tell of this flower,
Bur None Better than this.
A FINE Listen.
VBR,
-rtc [ Reply to This ]
rt &mdash 02/28/07 - 11:26:57 AM
Have u really? does that mean I didn't imagine it then? Now I really am freaked.As long as it was not near Abbey Wood - you should be ok - thank you
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You used to call me... 'fluffy pup' [ Reply to This ]
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