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April 10 marks the 55th anniversary of The Beatles’ breakup. We look at their legacy.
Portrait of Janet LoehrkeJanet Loehrke
USA TODAY
Fifty-five years ago – on April 10, 1970 – the Beatles broke up, marking the end of one of rock ‘n’ roll’s most prominent bands.
Between 1962 and 1970, The Beatles – a four-man band from Liverpool, England – were among the most influential bands in music history, inspiring others such as The Rolling Stones, The Beach Boys, Queen and Nirvana.
Together, the Beatles wrote more than 300 songs, were nominated for 25 Grammy Awards, won eight, and starred in five movies.
There are several theories as to why The Beatles broke up: the death of long-time manager Brian Epstein, disputes with business management, creative differences, or John Lennon’s relationship with his future wife, Yoko Ono. The band ultimately drifted apart.
Here’s a look at their albums and interesting facts about the groundbreaking band:
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