Shout!
The Beatles, one of the most influential bands in music history, transformed popular music and culture in the 1960s and beyond. The band was formed in Liverpool, England, in 1960, primarily from the collaboration of four talented musicians: John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. Their innovative sound and magnetic appeal not only captured the hearts of millions but also set the stage for the evolution of rock music. Initially, John Lennon formed a skiffle group called The Quarrymen in 1956. In 1957, he met Paul McCartney at a church fête, where they formed a bond over their shared love of music. McCartney soon joined The Quarrymen, and their partnership blossomed. In 1960, the duo invited George Harrison, a 14-year-old guitar prodigy, to join them, and the trio began to perform together. Shortly thereafter, they settled on the name “The Beatles” as a playful nod to ‘the Crickets,’ Buddy Holly's band, adding a pun on the word “beat.” The final piece of the pu...