The
Bishops Stortford Acoustic Club
at South Mill Arts Centre
1-3, South Road, Bishops Stortford, Herts.
CM23 3JG
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2026
5th
February 2026
SPECIAL
HEADLINE CONCERT
CLEAN
SNEAK
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Hello Acoustic Clubbers, When we sort out a super Headline Showcase
we are always sure that the artists we engage are something special. Such was
the expectation we had for our Concert last time. Clean Sneak are one of those
bands that slip gently under the radar. Individually they are accomplished
and seasoned musicians but the magic happens when they get together and
produce some wonderful music |
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The trick that they so successfully employ
is the do not look like a tight jazz/blues/rock band. They look like three
older gentlemen who have turned left and found themselves on stage. This
however is a front! Once they pick up their instruments a transformation
takes place. They are known for their relaxed take on
the Blues and with influences as wide as Mose Allison to Tom Waits you never
know quite what comes next. Clean Sneak keep things varied and always
entertaining and wwere Terry Boon (Bass, Acoustic Guitar & Lead Vocals),
Keith Harriss (Guitar, Slide Guitar, Harmonica & Vocals), Sean McGran
(Drums and Vocals). Such a brilliant hour of pure joy and at
the end of the evening Keith asked me if I remembered a departed friend from
many years ago. It would appear that the last time we saw each other, other
than at the Acoustic Club, was about 56 years ago playing Angi by Davy Graham
together at a long forgotten venue somewhere in Harlow! We were also delighted to welcome a new duo
Tall Order for their maiden gig. Maiden as a duo I would add as both members
are long standing friends of the Acoustic Club being composed of Kris Ambrose
and Ray Hollingworth. |
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Separated only by a drum kit as the photo
indicates, they brought a wealth of experience and a repertoire to match.
Their extended set was brilliantly selected group of soft rock songs that
reflects their personal preferences. Many thanks and you passed the audition
(To quote Ringo Starr) We also had supporting sets from me Bill
Tarran, Paul Tully and the irrepressible Colin Frid. Grateful thanks to Jaiden for his sterling
work on the Sound Desk. Have a great holiday “Down Under” and we look ford to
seeing you back home soon. Also much appreciation to all the staff and
volunteers who go to make the SMA such a wonderful welcoming venue. |
