Music Legends The Beatles

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The beatles went on to become the most influential and successful pop music group of the rock era. No artists except Elvis Presley had achieved the success, critical acclaim and broad cultural influence as the Beatles did. It all began when John Lennon decided to form a group in 1957, little did he know that he had laid the foundations of what was to become the most famous rock band of all time.

The group had a few band changed before settling with John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Star. Lennon and McCartney were the principal songwriters but as the band evolved Harrison and Starr made significant contributions.

Their biggest year was 1964 which saw them conquer America. It was kind of like being in the right place at the right time because Americans were mourning the death of President John F. Kennedy. With Elvis in the Army there was a gap in the market. Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper and Ritchie Valens had sadly been killed in an plane crash so when the Beatles hit the scene it was just what Americans needed. They brought fun and excitement back into rock and roll.

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... ot only were they a musical phenomenon they were also fashion icons, lads wanted to dress like them clothing designers would copy their look. They also transformed the record industry which was quite an accomplishment for that time. They brought about royalties for artists and producers, completely changed the face of music tours and were first to film promotional films which went on to become the music videos we see today.

They all dabbled with drugs including marijuana and LSD which influence some of their music. They played their last concert at Candlestick Park in San Francisco on August 29, 1966, but their last public appearance was on top of the Apple building in London on January 30, 1969. This wasn't the end of their music though as their album 'Abbey Road' went on to become their biggest selling record in history. The time from Sgt. Pepper's through to Abbey Road were considered to be their studio years because they rarely got together unless to record.

The Beatles became true legends and they will always be the greatest rock 'n' roll band in history. If your still a fan and can't get enough of the fab four then you should go on the Beatles tour of London. You can see the sudio where the beatles recorded Hey Jude and Dear Prudence. You can stop by the art gallery where John met his true love Yoko Ono and where they played their rooftop session. Also on the tour is the London home Paul McCartney has lived in since the 1960's. A tour of the Beatles wouldn't be complete without a visiting the famous Abbey Road studios where you can get a picture on the most famous zebra crossing in the world!
For more information on the Beatles Tour of London or other London Tours check out Brit Movie Tours.