Nick opening for The Beatles

Pictured, in the centre is Nick Angelo, the owner of The Guitar Boutique. Nick's band, Les 4 Francais, opened for The Beatles at the Montreal Forum in 1964, and was the only Canadian band ever to open for The Beatles!

  • Les 4 Francais

    Originally from Montréal (Canada), They played the first part of The Beatles (1964-09-08) and The Dave Clark Five (1964-10-29) shows at the Forum De Montréal.

  • The Twilights

    Another band Nick played with (on the right with his 59' Jazzmaster). They recorded their Tossin' And Turnin' LP in 1962.

  • The Montreal Forum

    The Beatles performed two concerts on this night at the Forum in Montréal, Canada, to a total of 21,000 fans. It was their only visit to the city.

Nick Opening for The Beatles at the Montreal Forum in 1964

The Guitar Boutique On Guitar Picks w/ Kim Mitchell