THE BEATLES

ORIGINS

• John Lennon- vocals
• Paul McCartney- vocals, multiple instruments
• George Harrison- guitarist
• Ringo Starr- drums

START UP

• Paul and John started the band essentially
• George Harrison joined (after insisting)
• Ringo joined last as the band needed a drummer

POPULARITY

• They gained fame with innovative tunes
• After playing at clubs, they enhanced potential
• Albums like "Rubber Soul" and "The Beatles"
• These propelled them into fame
• Along with fame, they eventually became popular in the US

BRITISH INVASION

• British music culture became popular in USA
• Appeared on shows like "Ed Sullivan show"
• They were influential mainly because
• Of their unique use of classical elements
• To make music that made a social point