The BEATLES

Members

• John Lennon: vocals & guitar
• Paul McCartney: vocals & bass
• George Harrison: guitar
• Ringo Starr: drums
• McCartney joined Lennon's band

Popularity

• Gained popularity in England in the 1960s
• Worked their way up through gig sizes
• "Love Me Do"/"P.S. I Love You" 1962
• "I Want to Hold Your Hand"

British invasion

• "The British Are Coming!" was a popular parody made during this time
• Changed society forever as the Baby Boomers grew up
• TV appearances
• The Ed Sullivan Show