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Here's some videos from the Funhouse show Saturday Dec 6, 2008. Thanks to whoever cforce33 is for videos 1, 2, 3, and 6. And thanks to Jim for videos 4 and 5. I had no idea anyone was taping us. I'm glad they were, cuz the video I shot was CRAP!

Here's the track listing:

Video 1: Rockaway Beach, Blitzkrieg Bop, Teenage Lobotomy

Video 2: I Wanna Be Sedated, Psycho Therapy, 53rd & 3rd, Gimme Gimme Shock Treatment

Video 3: The KKK Took My Baby Away, Cretin Hop, Now I Wanna Sniff Some Glue

Video 4: Pet Sematary

Video 5: I Wanna Be Well (ending only), Somebody Put Something In My Drink, I Believe in Miracles, Pinhead

Video 6: (encore) Do You Wanna Dance, Merry Christmas (I Don't Want To Fight Tonight), California Sun, Here Today Gone Tomorrow

Unlike most tribute bands, 1234 throw themselves into their performance with a passion normally associated with a hungry original band. Since the spring of 2004, 1234 have been blowing away diverse audiences with their hauntingly accurate recreation of the live Ramones experience.

In the summer of 2003 vocalist Rich Evans realized his bass playing buddy Greg Thomsen bore a striking resemblance to the late Dee Dee Ramone. After a short phone chat, the pair decided, "Yeah - we should do a Ramones tribute together." Guitarist Daniel E. Helland joined soon after he and Rich hung out after not seeing each other for a year or two. Drummer Hoagie Gero was recruited upon his return from a stint in New Jersey. A few months (and a few wigs) later, they made their debut at the Northwest Punk Life Festival.

In the summer of 2006, Hoagie left the band, and a gaping void in his wake. After a short break, and a slew of auditions, Donny Paycheck from Seattle punk legends Zeke jumped into the Marky role.

Sadly, 1234 split in early 2008. Happily, they reformed for one night Dec 6, 2008 and played to a jubilant, sold out Funhouse.

As of now, 1234 is on hiatus. In other words, they're not looking to book any shows at the moment. That being said, if you're interested in having 1234 play your function, club, or private soiree, send a message via this website and the boys will get back to you.

1234 has amassed an ever growing repertoire of over 30 Ramones songs, spanning every stage of the band's career. Sure - all the favorites are there. "Blitzkrieg Bop", "I Wanna Be Sedated", "Rock And Roll High School", "Pet Sematary", etc. But so are slightly more hidden gems, like "I Believe In Miracles", "Commando", and "You're Gonna Kill That Girl".

1234 is available for more than just punk rock and tribute shows. The past few years have seen 1234 appear at street festivals, Hurricane Katrina relief benefits, private functions, and even weddings! Local music papers The Stranger and Seattle Weekly, as well as indie uber station KEXP have noted 1234 for their top notch performances. 1234 has appeared with artists ranging from local heroes like Zeke, Go Like Hell, and Dragstrip Riot to national acts like Living Colour and Faster Pussycat.

For more information, please contact 1234 through this site. DVD press kits available upon request.