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You've Got a Guy presents The Four Preps, a defining force in 1950s American pop. Formed in 1956 in Los Angeles by Bruce Belland, Glen Larson, Marvin Inabnett (Ingram), and Ed Cobb, they were signed by Capitol after a standout talent show. The group helped shape a signature West Coast pop sound that blended tight vocal harmonies with catchy, radio-ready tunes. Join us for authentic access to The Four Preps’ music legacy, with trivia, discography highlights, and the latest tour information where available.

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Biography at a glance: Formed in 1956 in Los Angeles, The Four Preps became Capitol Records signees after a standout talent show. Their breakout hit “26 Miles (Santa Catalina)” peaked at US Hot 100 No. 2 and sold over a million copies, cementing their place in pop history. Other top-tier singles include “Big Man” (US No. 3, UK No. 2) and “Down by the Station” (US No. 13). They also served as a touring backing group for Ricky Nelson on The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet for four years and appeared in the 1959 Gidget film. The group was inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2007, recognizing their enduring influence and gold-selling catalog.

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Discography highlights (most recent first) — Campus Encore (1962), The Four Preps on Campus (1961), Down by the Station (1960), Dancing and Dreaming (1959), The Things We Did Last Summer (1958), The Four Preps (1958).

The live experience

What reaches the room

Upcoming tour info: As of the latest available information, no publicly listed 2025 concert dates or venues are published by major sources. The Four Preps’ activity today is largely represented by archival appearances, legacy profiles, and fan-led events. If you’re looking for live dates, we’ll monitor official channels and notify you of any confirmed appearances. In the meantime, explore their classic recordings and historical performances that continue to inspire pop vocal groups today.

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Official social and online presence: The group maintains profile mentions on broader platforms (e.g., iHeartMedia artist pages) and fan/legacy sites. For official updates or new appearances, we’ll guide you to reliable sources and provide direct access when available. Social links below are provided for reference and should be opened in a new tab.

The essentials

Quick Facts About The Four Preps

  • formed in 1956 in Los Angeles by Bruce Belland, Glen Larson, Marvin Inabnett (Ingram), and Ed Cobb; Capitol signed them after a talent show.
  • megahit '26 Miles (Santa Catalina)' reached US Hot 100 #2 and sold over a million copies; it helped establish their signature West Coast pop sound. (US peak: #2)
  • other top-tier singles include 'Big Man' (US #3, UK #2) and 'Down by the Station' (US #13).
  • they backed Ricky Nelson on The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet for four years and appeared in the Gidget film (1959).
  • major awards/recognition: inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2007; their discography notes multiple gold singles/albums during the peak years.
  • complete studio albums (most recent first): Campus Encore (1962), The Four Preps on Campus (1961), Down by the Station (1960), Dancing and Dreaming (1959), The Things We Did Last Summer (1958), The Four Preps (1958).

The records

The Four Preps Discography

  • Campus Encore
    1962 · Capitol Records
  • The Four Preps on Campus
    1961 · Capitol Records
  • Down by the Station
    1960 · Capitol Records
  • Dancing and Dreaming
    1959 · Capitol Records
  • The Things We Did Last Summer
    1958 · Capitol Records
  • The Four Preps
    1958 · Capitol Records

The hits

Top The Four Preps Songs

  • A Letter to the Beatles
    1964 · US Hot 100: 85
  • Calcutta
    1961 · US Hot 100: 96
  • More Money for You and Me
    1961 · UK Singles Chart: 39
  • Down by the Station
    1960 · US Hot 100: 13
  • Lazy Summer Night
    1958 · US Hot 100: 21
  • Big Man
    1958 · US Hot 100: 3
  • 26 Miles (Santa Catalina)
    1957 · US Hot 100: 2

Biography at a glance: Formed in 1956 in Los Angeles, The Four Preps became Capitol Records signees after a standout talent show. Their breakout hit “26 Miles (Santa Catalina)” peaked at US Hot 100 No. 2 and sold over a million copies, cementing their place in pop history. Other top-tier singles include “Big Man” (US No. 3, UK No. 2) and “Down by the Station” (US No. 13). They also served as a touring backing group for Ricky Nelson on The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet for four years and appeared in the 1959 Gidget film. The group was inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2007, recognizing their enduring influence and gold-selling catalog.

Discography highlights (most recent first) — Campus Encore (1962), The Four Preps on Campus (1961), Down by the Station (1960), Dancing and Dreaming (1959), The Things We Did Last Summer (1958), The Four Preps (1958).

Upcoming tour info: As of the latest available information, no publicly listed 2025 concert dates or venues are published by major sources. The Four Preps’ activity today is largely represented by archival appearances, legacy profiles, and fan-led events. If you’re looking for live dates, we’ll monitor official channels and notify you of any confirmed appearances. In the meantime, explore their classic recordings and historical performances that continue to inspire pop vocal groups today.

Official social and online presence: The group maintains profile mentions on broader platforms (e.g., iHeartMedia artist pages) and fan/legacy sites. For official updates or new appearances, we’ll guide you to reliable sources and provide direct access when available. Social links below are provided for reference and should be opened in a new tab.

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