The beatles

Members

• John Lennon- Singer/Guitarist
• Paul McCartney- Singer/Multi-Instrumentalist/Bass
• George Harrison- Lead Guitarist
• Ringo Starr- Drummer

How they formed

• Started off as Blackjacks
• Changed name to Quarrymen
• Lennon started the Group
• Originated in UK

Popular Songs

• Day in the Life
• Strawberry Fields Forever
• Hey Jude
• Let it be
• 'Abbey Road' Meddly

How they rose to fame

• They traveled 
• Their song "Please Please Me" set the route
• Gradually became international stars
• Music can still be heard today

British Invasion

• Popular rock bands that started 
• in UK spread to the U.S.
• Their fame came after the song 
• "I want to hold your hand"

Why are they so influential

• The Beatles were popular because
• they redefined a genre and
• set a precedent for future generations
• of boy bands and American Music