About us

Mr Black are a 4-piece rock and pop covers band from Shropshire in the UK. Made up of experience, mature musicians, Mr Black have a keen ear for a good tune and love to entertain.

The band was formed in 2012 from the remaining musicians of a previous band and the current line up has been in existence since Spring 2018:-

• Matt Beard on Drums and Lead Vocals
• Kev Clarke on Bass and Backing Vocals
• Simon Neale on Keyboards, Guitar and Backing Vocals
• Phil Jones on Guitars and Backing Vocals

For a list of some of the songs the band cover, please click on the Songs in the Set link on the left.

Check out what's on for forthcoming gigs and if you're interested in booking Mr Black for your venue or function, please do get in touch.  Why not sign up to the Mr Black mailing list to keep up-to-date?  Also, don't forget to follow the band on Facebook and Twitter.


"Thanks a lot Fellas ! We really wanted a good party with all the locals and you provided that."  - feedback from a private function in 2014.

"You guys were awesome!" - feedback from Oxjam 2015

"A super set list - really enjoyed it!" - feedback from a customer at The Bear in 2016