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FOURPLAY IN CONCERT:

Iconic smooth jazz quartet Fourplay hold the distinction of being the only music group in history to be recognized by the United States Congress, and it's easy to see why. Comprised of some of the best jazz musicians in the world, the supergroup never fails to dazzle with their virtuosic playing and electrifying chemistry on stage, creating an outsized live sound that belies their humble setup. Featuring selections from more than two decades of recording, Fourplay's 2013 shows hit all the right notes, building excitement for their 2014 tour dates.

BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:

Formed in 1990 by Bob James, Harvey Mason, Nathan East, and Lee Ritenour, Fourplay made their self-titled album debut in 1991, topping the Billboard Contemporary Jazz Albums chart for a whopping 33 weeks.  Their potent blend of pop, R&B, and smooth jazz clearly struck a chord with audiences — 1993 sophomore album Between the Sheets was a similar success, also topping the charts and receiving a Grammy nomination. Over the years, they've been joined on their recordings by a range of celebrated pop vocalists including Phil Collins, Patti Austin, and Babyface, and they hold the honor of being the only musical group ever honored by the United States Congress. With a host of highly anticipated tour dates scheduled for 2014, fans eagerly await a follow-up album to 2012's lauded Esprit de Four.

FANS WHO BOUGHT TICKETS SAY:

"These guys are the most professional, tight, hard playing SMOOTH jazz band I've had the pleasure of seeing live. They played continuously and ebulliently for almost 2 hours!"

"It's hard to believe that two guitars, a piano and drums can put out the sound that Fourplay does. What a talented foursome."

"The musicianship was impeccable, the mood was enchanting, and the energy was electric."

Setlists

    1. 1.Avalabop
    2. 2.Max-O-Man
    3. 3.Chant
    4. 4.I'll Still Be Lovin
    5. 5.Blues Force
    6. 6.Precious Metal
    7. 7.Take 5/Amazing Grace (Kirk Whalum solo)
    8. 8.101 Eastbound
    9. 9.More Than a Dream
    10. 10.Silverado
    11. 11.Body and Soul (Bob James & Kirk Whalum)
    12. 12.Bali Run
  1. Encore

    1. 13.Westchester Lady (Bob James cover)
    1. 1.Avalabop
    2. 2.Max-O-Man
    3. 3.Chant
    4. 4.Blues Force
    5. 5.101 Eastbound
    6. 6.Silverado
    7. 7.Body and Soul
    8. 8.Bali Run
    9. 9.Westchester Lady (Bob James cover)
    1. 1.Angels We Have Heard
    2. 2.December Dream
    3. 3.Max-O-Man
    4. 4.Chant (followed by band introductions)
    5. 5.Quicksilver
    6. 6.Horace
    7. 7.Silverado
    8. 8.Bali Run
    9. 9.Westchester Lady (Bob James cover)
    1. 1.December Dream
    2. 2.Chant
    3. 3.Blues Force
    4. 4.Avalabop
    5. 5.Chameleon
    6. 6.Lil Darlin
    7. 7.3rd Degree
    8. 8.Bali Run
  1. Encore

    1. 9.Westchester Lady (Bob James cover)
    1. 1.December Dream
    2. 2.Max-O-Man
    3. 3.Chant (followed by band introductions)
    4. 4.Sonnymoon
    5. 5.Lil Darlin
    6. 6.101 Eastbound
    7. 7.3rd Degree
    8. 8.Chameleon
    9. 9.Bali Run
  1. Encore

    1. 10.Between the Sheets
    2. 11.Westchester Lady (Bob James cover)

Reviews

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 270 reviews
  • Fourplay was great!

    by mabpi on 9/7/11Florida Theatre Jacksonville - JacksonvilleRating: 5 out of 5

    Great concert, great location, fantastic audience! Great opener too,

  • great as always

    by allancox on 9/7/11Florida Theatre Jacksonville - JacksonvilleRating: 5 out of 5

    these guys are the best of the best. Talent galore.

  • FOURPLAY: MESMERIZING JAZZ

    by 4WINNIE on 9/6/11Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel - DetroitRating: 5 out of 5

    The show was EVERYTHING I PRAYED IT WOULD BE!!!! You'd never know that it's been 20 years since FOURPLAY first came together; even after LEE RITTEOUR AND LARRY CARLTON went to another level....JEFF LOWEB (sp.?) fit right in...JEFF never missed a beat and he had me screaming so loudly, I became hoarse and my husband was just amazed at MY behavior!!! Not to mention when Nate started crooning his new song that he wrote...OMG!!! Le's not forget HARVEY MASON...he threw down!!! playing without his drum sticks...playing with his hands....AND last but certainly NOT LEAST, THE LEGENDARY, BOB JAMES....DOUBLE OMG!!!! I grooved all night long.

  • Always a Great Concert

    by JCCrawford on 9/6/11Florida Theatre Jacksonville - JacksonvilleRating: 5 out of 5

    Great Group, Fantistic Concert. Don't miss this group

  • Fourplay and Spyro Gyra were magnificent

    by jazzhorse on 9/6/11Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel - DetroitRating: 5 out of 5

    The groups made a perfect combination for a jazz concert. Bob James still has it, and Jay Beckenstein it still getting better.

  • A step back in time.

    by CDL12361 on 9/6/11Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel - DetroitRating: 4 out of 5

    Great accoustics in the Sound Board. And the two groups were playing beyond expectaions. Both groups were very entertaining.

  • Fourplay was unforgetable and Spyro Gyra was great

    by PatBM on 9/6/11Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel - DetroitRating: 5 out of 5

    This is the first time at the casino and I truly enjoyed the concert and venue. The sound was wonderful and the buffet outside of the entrance made it that much more. One issue I had was the seating on the main floor. The chairs were padded well enough but for some reason, I missed having arm rests. However, that was a small issue compared to the show.

  • Fourplay came to play

    by MILESJAGUAR on 9/5/11Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel - DetroitRating: 5 out of 5

    I have been a Bob James fan since the 70's . I was also a Lee Ritenour fan before he teamed with Bob James to form Fourplay. I have seen Fourplay perform live concerts many times over the years. It is my favorite group. Let me add,I had no experience with the Sound Board prior to this concert. However it is an excellent venue. The acoustics were terrific and my seats provided an excellent view of everything that took place on the stage. Also the ushers and staff did an excellent job directing me and my wife to our seats. They were courtious and polite. During the concert each of the members of the group was given ample oppurtunity to strut his stuff and demontrate his musical ability. The newest member of the group, Chuck Loeb proved he is capable of maintaining the tradition of the group. Harvey Mason will always be my favorite member of the group.

  • Fourplay and Spiro Gyra = Great music

    by rcoogan1 on 9/5/11Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel - DetroitRating: 5 out of 5

    This was a wonderful concert with two great bands playing awesome music with gusto. Brought everyone to their feet while playing old standards and new music that was just as good. Next time I'm taking my daughter who will remember many of the Spiro Gyra tunes, since we use to play foosball to them all the time. Great memories!

  • the dr.s' were in!!!!!

    by remyleah on 9/5/11Florida Theatre Jacksonville - JacksonvilleRating: 5 out of 5

    i've seen fourplay @ two other venues & as they usually perform superbly, they outdid themselves @ the fl. theatre this past friday. in this crazy unpredictable world we live in it's great to know they're dependable to transport you to a good place for a few hours. love all four of you; keep up the good work!!!!

  • An awesome group!

    by tbrown49 on 9/5/11Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel - DetroitRating: 5 out of 5

    This was me and my husband's anniversary night. So, we decided to make a night of it. And we went to see the group, Fourplay. They were fantastic! So, much energy and talk about talent! Thanks for a great night of entertainment!

  • Syra Gyro was excellent

    by Tight7 on 9/5/11Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel - DetroitRating: 4 out of 5

    As always when you four great names together your in for a treat.. I've seen this group before and it's seems as time pasts the show becomes more of a mini concert, doing small exerts from a small variety of songs.. It seemed they were relying on there name as a super group then giving a full performance, Bob didn't even have his signature piano (baby grand).. Bob James being one of my favorite artist of all time, just him in concert would have been better for me.. Sound board did a great job of putting these acts together, don't get that twisted.. As a photographer I followed the guys with camera's in the sound both that I sat behind and he could not have gotten great pictures, what a waste!! How do I get a pass as a photographer? I'll give u photo's you'll want to publish and promote.. Even the acts will want some..

  • Fourplay off the Hook!!

    by TinLizzie51 on 9/4/11Florida Theatre Jacksonville - JacksonvilleRating: 5 out of 5

    Four play was amazing. They had the audience in their hands. Each musician was great in their own right!

  • Fourplay is the best.

    by SaintIII on 9/4/11Florida Theatre Jacksonville - JacksonvilleRating: 5 out of 5

    Wonderful concert. They are better than ever. Will see them again if they come back.

  • Fourplay

    by clmclm on 9/4/11Florida Theatre Jacksonville - JacksonvilleRating: 5 out of 5

    Wonderful show....totally enjoyed Fourplay. Would definitely see them again!

  • by Anonymous on 9/4/11Florida Theatre Jacksonville - JacksonvilleRating: 5 out of 5

    Fourplay was amazing! Bob James is a true jazz master

  • Solid

    by DrDTX on 9/4/11Florida Theatre Jacksonville - JacksonvilleRating: 5 out of 5

    Chucks' guitar could have been a bit louder. Otherwise, awesome.

  • Totally Awesome!!!

    by Scorpiofoxx on 9/4/11Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel - DetroitRating: 5 out of 5

    Fantastic performance by totally talented musicians! What a enjoyable musical event for all who attended! I'm looking forward to their next jazz set in the Detroit area.

  • Fourplay and Spyro Gyra

    by Peop on 9/3/11Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel - DetroitRating: 5 out of 5

    Theatre was good and comfortable seats. Love Spryo Gyra. Came to see Fourplay and was not disappointed. Fourplay brought the house down. Great concert.

  • I thought I died and went to heaven....

    by jas32 on 9/3/11Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel - DetroitRating: 5 out of 5

    Yes Fourplay was that good! I'm an avid fan of Fourplay for the past 20 years and the first time I saw them live. They did not disappoint, in fact they met all my expectations and more. The played a nice combination of their his but also redone to show off each of their individual abilities. It was a very nice display of exceptional talent by these amazing musicians. Certainly something that should not be missed. Overall it was a GREAT and unforgettable Fouplay show.