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The BeatlesThe Beatles are often referred to as the most influential and successful rock band in history. They made significant contributions to both the music world and the 1960’s counterculture movement. The Beatles formed in 1960 in Liverpool, England with members Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr and John Lennon.
Their first hit was “Love Me Do” in 1962 and they achieved great success in their home country. By 1964, they were international superstars. As their fame grew, the frenzy that followed them was known as “Beatlemania” and they were nicknamed “The Fab Four”. In 1964, they led “The British Invasion” with their first trip to the United States, appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show to an estimated 73 million viewers.
While all their albums are considered classics, the most influential ones are Revolver in 1966, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band in 1967, a masterpiece with many innovations, The White Album and Abbey Road. The Beatles broke up in 1970 after their final album release Let It Be. Following the break up, all four Beatles would go on to successful solo careers.
In 1980, John Lennon was shot and killed outside his apartment in New York City, dashing any hopes for a Beatles reunion. The Beatles are the most successful band of all time, with worldwide sales of over 600 million records, including a record setting 20 number one hits on the Billboard Hot 100. They’ve won seven Grammys and an Academy Award for Best Song Score, were inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and were #1 on Rolling Stone’s list of the greatest artists in history.
Their first hit was “Love Me Do” in 1962 and they achieved great success in their home country. By 1964, they were international superstars. As their fame grew, the frenzy that followed them was known as “Beatlemania” and they were nicknamed “The Fab Four”. In 1964, they led “The British Invasion” with their first trip to the United States, appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show to an estimated 73 million viewers.
While all their albums are considered classics, the most influential ones are Revolver in 1966, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band in 1967, a masterpiece with many innovations, The White Album and Abbey Road. The Beatles broke up in 1970 after their final album release Let It Be. Following the break up, all four Beatles would go on to successful solo careers.
In 1980, John Lennon was shot and killed outside his apartment in New York City, dashing any hopes for a Beatles reunion. The Beatles are the most successful band of all time, with worldwide sales of over 600 million records, including a record setting 20 number one hits on the Billboard Hot 100. They’ve won seven Grammys and an Academy Award for Best Song Score, were inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and were #1 on Rolling Stone’s list of the greatest artists in history.
Chili PeppersThe Red Hot Chili Peppers formed in 1983 in Los Angeles, CA. The current members are Anthony Kides (vocals), Flea (bass), Chad Smith (drummer) and John Frusciante (guitar). They are widely considered the most successful alt-rock band, with the most #1 singles at 14 and most top 10 songs at 25. Their music incorporates several rock genres including alternative, funk, punk and psychedelic.
Their first big commercial success came with the album Blood Sugar Sex Magik released in 1991. It features the song “Give It Away”, which is one of their most successful and well known songs and won a Grammy in 1992. It was a #1 single on the charts along with “Under The Bridge” which reached #2. The album sold over 12 million units and reached #3 on the charts. In 1993, the band was joined by Dave Navarro on guitar and released the single “Soul To Squeeze” which reached #1. Following their next album and tour, Navarro left the band following allegations of drug use during band practice. In 1999, they released Californication which sold over 16 million copies. It features three #1 singles: “Scar Tissue”, “Otherside” and “Californication”.
In 2002, they released By The Way supported by an 18 month world tour. In 2004, they set a record with ticket sales of over $171 million for a three night stand in Hyde Park, making it the #1 tour of that year. The band continues to be active with new album releases and extensive tours. They’ve won 6 Grammys and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Their first big commercial success came with the album Blood Sugar Sex Magik released in 1991. It features the song “Give It Away”, which is one of their most successful and well known songs and won a Grammy in 1992. It was a #1 single on the charts along with “Under The Bridge” which reached #2. The album sold over 12 million units and reached #3 on the charts. In 1993, the band was joined by Dave Navarro on guitar and released the single “Soul To Squeeze” which reached #1. Following their next album and tour, Navarro left the band following allegations of drug use during band practice. In 1999, they released Californication which sold over 16 million copies. It features three #1 singles: “Scar Tissue”, “Otherside” and “Californication”.
In 2002, they released By The Way supported by an 18 month world tour. In 2004, they set a record with ticket sales of over $171 million for a three night stand in Hyde Park, making it the #1 tour of that year. The band continues to be active with new album releases and extensive tours. They’ve won 6 Grammys and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
