Music: The Beatles
Liverpool created The Beatles, and in doing so, transformed global popular culture. The city's musical heritage represents a cultural system that continues to influence how the world experiences and creates music.
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Liverpool has produced more number one singles than any other city outside London.
The Beatles
1960-1970The most influential band in history, transforming popular music forever. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr emerged from Liverpool's club scene to conquer the world.
Gerry and the Pacemakers
1959-1967First act to have their first three singles reach number one. Their rendition of 'You'll Never Walk Alone' became Liverpool FC's anthem, sung at Anfield since 1963.
Echo and the Bunnymen
1978-presentPost-punk pioneers who emerged from Eric's Club on Mathew Street, creating atmospheric rock that influenced countless bands.
Frankie Goes to Hollywood
1980-1987Controversial and groundbreaking, their debut single 'Relax' was banned by the BBC yet became one of the best-selling singles of all time.
Modern Liverpool Sound
The musical tradition continues with contemporary artists.
Atomic Kitten
Pop
1990s-2000s
The Coral
Indie Rock
2000s-present
The Zutons
Indie Rock
2000s-present
The Wombats
Indie Pop
2000s-present
The La's
Britpop
1980s-1990s
Cast
Britpop
1990s-present
Space
Alternative
1990s-2000s
Rebecca Ferguson
Soul/R&B
2010s-present
Legendary Venues
The Cavern Club
Where The Beatles played 292 times. The most famous club in the world.
Philharmonic Hall
Home to the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, the UK's oldest surviving orchestra.
Eric's Club
Birthplace of Liverpool's post-punk scene in the late 1970s.
M&S Bank Arena
Major concert venue hosting international touring artists.
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