The Beatles: A Timeline

From Liverpool beginnings to global legacy.

1957
Cavern Club

The Quarrymen

John Lennon forms The Quarrymen. Paul joins soon after, followed by George. They start off at the infamous "Cavern Club" in Liverpool.

1962
1962

The Beatles Are Born

Ringo joins. The Beatles sign with EMI and release their first single, “Love Me Do”.

1964
Beatlemania

Beatlemania

The band appears on the Ed Sullivan Show, launching their international rise.

1967
Sgt. Pepper

Sgt. Pepper Era

A major shift in experimentation, sound design, and cultural impact.

1969
Abbey Road

Abbey Road

The band records one of their greatest works, known for the iconic crosswalk photo.

1970
The End

The End of an Era

The Beatles officially part ways, beginning their solo careers.