Beatlemania: Girls Just Want to Have Fun (Term Paper Sample)

Beatlemania: Girls Just Want to Have Fun
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Introduction
Beatlemania is an expression that has its origins in the 1960’s. The term was invented to describe the frenzy of the fans of the British rock music band, The Beatles. The Beatles originated in the United Kingdom and had an enormous fan base. It was the first kind of band during the 60’s to feature women.( Tessler,2010)
The Beatles revolutionized the music industry and prompted the birth of youth culture. They transformed the style, attitude, sound and opened a new genre of rock music. They always experimented with a variety of genres including country, folk-rock, baroque pop among others.
John Lennon, a member of the band in 1960, suggested changing the band name to Beatles as praise to buddy holly. They continued gaining popularity over the years although their popularity has reduced. (In 1960 the band had four members namely; John Lennon, who was a guitarist, Ringo Star band’s drummer, Paul McCartney, and George Harrison.
George Harrison
He was born on 25th February 1943 in Liverpool England. He was a songwriter, musician, singer, music and film producer. He played the guitar, sitar and also did vocals. He released several best selling singles as a solo performer. He featured as a guest guitarist on tracks by several artists and did collaborations on several songs by various artists. He died at the age of 58 in 2001 from lung cancer, and he was cremated and buried according to the Hindu tradition.
Paul McCartney
He was born James Paul McCartney on 18th June 1942 in Liverpool England. He was a songwriter, musician, film producer and businessman. He played the piano, the bass guitar, and he also did vocals. He was recognized as one of the most successful composers and performers of all time with a sale of over 100 million singles as a solo artist. He has also taken part in projects to promote international charities.
Ringo Star
He was born Richard Starkey in7th July 1940 in Liverpool England. He was a drummer, singer, songwriter, actor, and producer. He plays the drums and does vocals as well. He gained global fame as the Beatles drummer. He joined the Beatles in 1962 and was inducted into the rock and roll hall of fame as a solo and a member of the Beatles.
John Lennon
He was born John Winston Lennon on the 9th of October 1940 in Liverpool England. He was a singer, record producer, a songwriter and an activist. He was the co-founder of the Beatles and also played the guitar, piano and did vocals. After the breakup, he did a number of solo albums and iconic songs. His songs were used as anthems by the anti-war movement, and there were several attempts to deport him in 1971 from Manhattan by Richard Nixon’s administration. He died in 1980 after being shot by one of his music deranged fan.
The Beatles Success
They released their first single in 1963 ‘’I want to hold your hand,’’ and it rose to number one in the American charts only a month after its first play on the radio. They were a great turning point in history. Their image started to change, and they cut their hair in a style that they came to be famous for-mop top style.
They built their reputation by playing their music in Liverpool. Their music was managed by Brian Epstein and produced by George Martin. Their music was mostly recorded by Abbey Road Studios in London. They began to be popular in Liverpool but due to the monotony of playing in the same clubs they decided to go to the United States. More than 5,000 fans greeted them at the New York airport, and they eventually established themselves when they made an appearance at the ED Sullivan show in America.( Tessler,2010)
They had several albums top the charts and sold more singles in the UK than any other band. They have received ten Grammy awards, best original song score, an academy award and fifteen Ivor Novella awards. So far, they have been recognized as the best-selling band in history with over 600 million records globally. In 1988, it was installed in the rock and roll hall of fame.
In 1965 the Beatles all four members were nominated by the then prime minister of Britain as members of the order of the British Empire and were appointed by Queen Elizabeth II. Although the honor was given out in protest as it was a reserve of the military veterans and civic leaders only.
They then started making movies, and they hit a record four movies by 1970.In the Guinness book of records, they are holding a record as the highest selling artists ever. They became so popular that they no longer could do thei...