The Rolling Stones Fanatic

We had the opportunity to perform at a small casino in northern California called Konocti Vista. It turned out to be a rather important night for RTS as we had the pleasure of meeting Gary Malfatti, The Rolling Stones Fanatic, and his wife, June Snowden.

Below is a review written by them. Little did we realize, but the fun pair was comparing us to the dozens of Stones tributes that they have traveled quite a distance to see. Please stop by his rather amazing site, www.rollingstonesfanatic.com and browse to your heart's content. Some unreal memorabilia!

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An amazing night with the "Rolling the Stones" concert experience at the Konocti Vista Casino located in Lower Lake, Northern California. The band self proclaims to be The Greatest Rolling Stones Extravaganza on Earth, and they do not not disappoint. With 8 multi-talented musicians, it's easy to see why they are an extravaganza on stage.


Although the stage was small, Mick Adams (Mick Jagged) and Jackson Martin (Keith Riffhard) opened the show with all the flare and power that is the Stones. We were treated to an amazing show that was spot on for sound, looks, and moves of the Rolling Stones. Mick's vocals are uncanny and strong. Gone are any noticeable detection of a vocal difference to the real Rolling Stones.


The sound delivered us back to the numerous live Rolling Stones shows of the past 2 decades, and the thrill it gave us to hear the pure vocals of Mick and Keith's guitar resounding in our ears. What struck us most was the musicality of it all, and the fact that each song selected to be played spot lighted one or two of the musicians individually, so that the show collectively became an experience of each of it's members with the audience. Shows with this quantity of musicians on stage at once, each talented on several instruments, some holding MBAs and BAs in music and others with awe inspiring musical backgrounds and experience, can often have a 'background' musician or two. However, this show delivers each and everyone of it's musicians a stand out feature that forms a collective experience of it's individual parts. Some specific spots of mention, in no particular order, are Terry Myers (Woody) on acoustic guitar on Wild Horses; Bob Campbell (Bobby Keys) on Sax, Terry Myers (Woody), Jackson (Keith), and Albert Margolis (Chuck Level) on Can't You Hear Me Knocking; Albert Margolis (Chuck) on Tumblin' Dice; Sherr Aquino (Lisa Clayton) on Live with Me and Gimme Shelter; Bernie Yantz (Bill Why-Man) on Paint it Black. Of course, all held by the glue that is the constant "heart of the band" that is Vince Lupo (Charlie Swatts), who dazzles us with a solo at the conclusion of Jumping Jack Flash.


To end the night, these guys, and gal, are gracious to their new fans in the audience with an informal meet and greet by everyone in the band. We would highly recommend this band for all of our friends that live, love, and breath The Rolling Stones. We look forward to our next road trip to see the Rolling the Stones, and hope you join us at their shows in Southern California. You won't be disappointed.

Gold Rings on you all! Signed - The RollingStonesFanatic.com