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The Beatles

rock music · 1964–1976

The Beatles
📷 Bo Trenter · Public domain

Imagine the vibrant pulse of a vinyl spinning, the unmistakable harmonies of "Hey Jude" and "Twist and Shout" filling the air, igniting a revolution in music and culture. Hailing from the United Kingdom, The Beatles emerged from the streets of Liverpool, crafting a sound that effortlessly blended rock, pop, blues rock, and even hints of psychedelia. Comprised of the legendary John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, along with early members Pete Best and Stuart Sutcliffe, they explored musical boundaries like no other. With hits like "Come Together," "Let It Be," and "A Hard Day's Night," they not only defined a generation but also transformed popular music into an art form. Their legacy continues to resonate, reminding us of the power of melody and the timeless spirit of youth.

The facts

  • Formed 1960
  • United Kingdom
  • rock music, pop music, hard rock
  • On Apple Records, Capitol Records, Parlophone
  • Members: John Lennon, Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Pete Best, Stuart Sutcliffe 🕯️

The story behind “Hey Jude”

  • Paul wrote it for Julian Lennon; the na-na-na outro never ends.

The Beatles in the crate

A Hard Day's Night
The Beatles
1964
Can't Buy Me Love
The Beatles
1964
Do You Want to Know a Secret
The Beatles
1964
I Saw Her Standing There
The Beatles
1964
I Want to Hold Your Hand
The Beatles
1964
Please Please Me
The Beatles
1964
Twist and Shout
The Beatles
1964
Eight Days a Week
The Beatles
1965
Ticket to Ride
The Beatles
1965
Nowhere Man
The Beatles
1966
Paperback Writer
The Beatles
1966
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