The Runaways were formed in 1982 with Tim Adams on rhythm guitar & vocs, Gary Bryant (GB) on lead guitar and Ivan Thurlow on drums & vocs still 40 years on with the new member Cliff Skinner joining in 2017 playing up on bass guitar & vocs completes The Runaways line respectively. Since reforming, The Runaways have been continuously committed to producing a quality performance and are particularly renowned for their authentic representation of music from The Shadows, including the choreography! In the 1980’s and 90’s the Runaways worked alongside famous names in the world of entertainment and as the backing band to original singing stars of the fifties and sixties. They also appeared as special guests on BBC radio stations across the country and have made appearances on London Weekend Television and Sky TV. Most recently on BBC radio Essex and mentioned in the credits of The Shadows at 60 BBC4 Documentary. You will find The Runaways continue to produce the highest quality sound and still rehearse regularly to perfect numbers and learn new ones to extend their repertoire. They also pay attention to the visual aspects of their performances and are always immaculate in their smart suits and memorable for their striking bright red guitars and those famous ‘walks’! Audiences are constantly amazed by the range of sounds GB produces using his guitar synthesizer and find it hard to believe that performances are completely live without the use of backing tracks as he switches effortlessly from the sound of the clarinet for Stranger on the Shore, through to the accordion for Sea of Heartbreak to pure Fender Strat in Apache, for example. Despite having worked with members of The Shadows and being renowned for the authenticity of their production of Shadows' numbers, The Runaways are far more than a Shadows tribute band. With the vast experience and individual talents of each member and their extensive repertoire of vocal and instrumental numbers, The Runaways produce a performance tailored to each venue/event and often receive standing ovations and unending demands for encores! The Runaways will travel further afield if accommodation/travel costing is supplied, pending the required details of each venue and booking info.