Rock Rewind: The Beatles Were Short Lived But Long Lasting
The story of The Beatles begins in Liverpool, England, in the late 1950s. Four young musicians – John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr – came together to form a band that would not only change the landscape of popular and rock music but the culture of the 20th century.
The Fab Four’s journey from humble beginnings to global stardom is a fascinating tale of talent, innovation, and cultural revolution.
So let’s dive in …
From The Quarrymen to The Beatles
The roots of The Beatles trace back to a skiffle group called The Quarrymen, formed by John Lennon in 1956. The inclusion of McCartney on rhythm guitar (later bass) in 1957 and Harrison on lead guitar in 1958 marked the formation of the core trio. Their performances at local venues showcased their musical chemistry, laying the foundation for what would become The Beatles.
Stuart Sutcliffe joined as bass guitarist in January 1960. It was Sutcliff who inspired the name The Beatles as a tribute to Buddy Holly’s band, The Crickets. Buddy Holly was just one of The Beatles’ influences.
Late the same year, the band underwent further transformation with the addition of Pete Best on drums. Now a group of five, the band headed to Hamburg, Germany to take up residency at Bruno Koschmider’s nightclubs.
Source: Marie Gagne/rock95.com
