Longdancer, Dave’s early band, released Hard Road as part of their folk rock output in the 1970s. The single reflects the earthy songwriting and harmonies that defined the group’s sound. It offers a glimpse into Dave’s musical roots long before Eurythmics. The track remains an important part of his early history.

Originally appearing on Longdancer’s 1973 album If It Was So Simple, “Don’t Turn Out the Lights” was also issued as a UK promo 7" single. Released on The Rocket Record Company label, the promo is now a rare find, especially with its original sleeve. Featuring early songwriting by Dave, this track captures the folk-rock roots of his pre-Eurythmics career. Collectors value this single for its historical significance and its connection to Dave’s formative years.

Released : 1973-04-30

“If It Was So Simple” by Longdancer is a reflective folk-rock ballad that grapples with the complexities of belief, compassion, and human connection. Released in 1973, the song closes the band’s debut album with a poignant meditation on idealism versus reality. Its lyrics speak of longing for a world where love triumphs over hate, and where salvation is easily shared—“If it was so simple just to walk up to a man / And say to him quite truthfully salvation is at hand.” The arrangement is gentle yet stirring, with acoustic textures that underscore the song’s emotional vulnerability and quiet strength.

Released : 1973-11-01

Longdancer, Dave’s 1970s folk rock group, released Silent Emotions with gentle harmonies and acoustic warmth. Dave’s songwriting shines with its sincerity. The track offers a nostalgic look at his early creative voice. It is a soft and reflective single from that era.

Released : 1974-06-01

Puppet Man was one of the early singles released by Longdancer, Dave’s folk-rock band from the early 1970s. Issued on Rocket Records, the track features acoustic instrumentation, close harmonies, and introspective lyrics typical of the era’s singer-songwriter movement. The single was released on 7-inch vinyl and is now a rare collector’s item, especially in its original picture sleeve. Puppet Man captures the band’s melodic sensibility and offers a glimpse into Dave’s songwriting before the formation of Eurythmics. Though Longdancer had a brief career, their recordings have become increasingly valued for their historical significance and musical charm. For collectors, this single represents an important piece of Dave’s early development as a musician and a window into the British folk-rock scene of the early 70s.