Good Times
by csldave on 7/29/11The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaRating: 4 out of 5The show was great in that the bands exchanged stage time with no intermissions.

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THE FAB FOUR IN CONCERT:
You know the saying: if it walks like a Beatle, if it talks like a Beatle...it must be The Fab Four, the world's foremost Beatles tribute band. The California-based quartet have been reviving Beatlemania with their spot-on impersonations for over 12 years, and practice has made perfect — the band's tours consistently satisfy the Beatle-shaped hole in fans' souls, drawing rave reviews for their extensively researched, down-to-the-mannerisms enactments of late great band's legendary live concerts. The Fab Four continue to carry on The Beatles' legacy in 2014, hitting the road with their beloved show on a string of North American tour dates.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Founded in 1997 by John Lennon impersonator Ron McNeil, The Fab Four spent their early days touring Southern California and playing regular shows at Disneyland. As the band's reputation grew, they landed an increasing number of high-profile gigs, including a headlining slot at Liverpool's annual Beatleweek in 2004 and a residency in Vegas from 2005-2008. Since then, the band has taken their show around the world, keeping the memory of John, Paul, George, and Ringo alive and rocking.
FANS WHO BOUGHT TICKETS SAY:
"What a great performance. It was like we were actually watching and listening to the Beatles live.”
"If you like The Beatles' music, and who doesn't, you owe it to yourself to see this band. They talk like The Beatles, they sing like The Beatles, they look like The Beatles, and they play like The Beatles."
"Took my 11 y/o son who is the biggest Beatles fan I know to see the Fab Four in Reading, PA. I felt like I was watching THE Beatles live in 2013! They sounded spot on & I loved how they got the crowd involved in the show."
Set 1:
Selections from 'Help!'
Set 2:
Set 1:
Selections from the album "Help!"
Set 2:
Encore
1963-1964
Help! 60th anniversary
1967
1968-1971
Encore
The show was great in that the bands exchanged stage time with no intermissions.
I went in only for the fab four but was blown away with Jumping Jack Flash. Great show, just like the real thing. I would do it again, just this time without the kids. The seats are really small, not much room to wiggle.
Great memories on stage live and in person. Excellent impersonations of two of the most influential groups in rock music history. Enjoyed the introduction by "Ed Sullivan" and the performance of both groups together at the end -- really brought it full circle. Would definitely see them again!
Seeing the Fab Four and Jumping Jack Flash was a fun trip down memory lane. The crowd participation was great. It was apparent that the everyone there was a fan of the Beatles' and the Rolling Stones' material.
I just enjoyed all their songs, how they talked with the audience in their british accents and sang some of the best of the beatle songs. I enjoyed their costume change to the Magical Mystery Tour. I like the 2 bands taking turns playing, leaving you wanting more. The transitions between groups were so smooth and quite amazing. I enjoyed the end when they played together.
fab four were ridiculously good like always, my expectations are always met with those four lads. As for jumping jack flash ive actually never seen them before and to tell you the truth they were sooooo good.. The energy that "Mick Jagger" and "Brian Jonestown" had was so much fun to witness.. And there was this chick with such a good head of hair and voice.. Really really fun show to see.. Especially the battle at the end with the bands was sicky stardust.. Thanks guys!
We had a blast! Sang the entire night! It was great to see fans of all ages, 8-80, there enjoying the music of the Beatles and the Stones.
This concert was awesome, I saw many times the Rolling Stones cause I love this band alive, I did no saw the Beatles never before, but the FAB 4 and JUMPING JACK FLASH are a great tribute bands,... the 2 bands make me had a good time, I was singing, dancing, and sometimes crying, but HAPPY ;) some songs make me cry.
Once again, the FF deliver big time. I've been seeing them for years and this was one of their better shows. I do not believe that I've seen the band with the George and Ringo that were playing this time. The RS tribute band was awesome, as well. Aside from a few songs/albums, I am not a huge fan and probably would enjoy these guys more than the real deal. Thanks guys, it was fun!
Loved it that both bands equipment was on the stage. When one got through the other started. No intermission. The final with the two groups was interesting but didn't do much for me musically. Had seen the Fab Four before so knew what to expect. Was amazed at how much the lead singer of JJF looked like Mick. Had all his mannerisms down too. Got more than my moneys worth.
It was an awesome show! Both cover bands are great, and the show flowed well with a battle of the bands at an end!! I hope they meet again in the future! We will be there!
Wanna have some fun ? See these guys, squint your eyes a little, and tell me that's not the Beatles up there on stage ! Put them together with Jumping Jack Flash and you have an evening that was out and out fun. See them when you can.
PLEASE BRING THEM BACK NEXT YEAR! GREAT COMBO. WE HAD A WONDERFUL TIME!
I've been following The Fab Four since 2001. In Disneyland, parks and the OC Fair. I wasn't too sure who the Jumping Jack Flash were when I bought the tickets but they were actually really good. They put on a good show and stay true to their characters. But The Fab Four really are the ultimate tribute band! I love them and would totally recommend their show to anyone and everyone. Look up their tour dates, pick a day and go! Do it now. hehe... =D
I love the Beatles and have seen other Beatles Tribute Bands... The Fab Four was reaalllllly good. Crazy resemblance. Good times with our friends.
Great show...not the real Beatles, but an incredible simulation. I saw Beatlemania back in the day, and these guys are as good as that group was. Played all the great songs, which is hard not to do when you are a Beatles cover band. Jumping Jack Flash was incredible too, playing the part of the Stones to a T. Would definitely see this show again!
It was the perfect concert with no interruptions,once they started it kept on rolling. It looked like every song was a sing along.Would do it again next yr with some a few new songs added by both groups. wouldn't mind seeing a third group, like a beach boy tribute band. Or just a fab four, beach boy combo (engalnd meets american surfer music Both the groups in the 60's followed each others music
Enjoyed the concert a great deal. My husband and I've been seeing The Fab Four every year for the last five years. We love them. The Fab Four and Jumping Jack Flash were awesome together. You guys made our weekend.
this concert was unbelievable!! Have always loved the fab four but now I also love Jumping jack flash. This concert was like seeing the real thing and to see them together???!!!What a dream!! The music was superb, just unbelievable! Brian Jones, John and George are so proud!
Well I had the pleasure of taking my daughter to two concerts this past week. We have had a bad relationship in the past and we have gotten much closer and these concerts have been great bonding times for us. She has become a fan of the beatles who i saw on ed sullivan when i was a young kid about 6 or 7 yrs old. Well I am very happy to know she enjoys their music. Now jumping jack flash was also a treat more so for me than the daughter but we had a great evening and would love to see both groups do much longer sets. Thank you Thank you Thank you to all the musicians...