Every great band has a humble beginning, and The Beatles are no exception. Their journey started on August 2, 1961, when John Lennon first took the stage with The Beatles bandmates at the Cavern Club. This basement club, nestled in Liverpool’s 10 Mathew Street, would become the birthplace of their fame. It was here that their future manager, Brian Epstein, first laid eyes on the band.

Fun Facts:

• The Beatles played their first gig at the Cavern Club on Mathew Street in Liverpool.
• John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Pete Best were among the band members at their first gig.
• Brian Epstein, the man who would eventually become their manager, saw the band perform for the first time on this day.
• A year later, Pete Best was replaced by Ringo Starr, a move that did not sit well with many fans. However, Ringo Starr was no stranger to the band, having stood in for the band several times prior.
• Despite the initial challenges, the band’s determination and love for music led them to perform at the Cavern Club a staggering 292 times. This is a testament to their dedication and love for their craft.
• The Beatles Anthology, a book chronicling the band’s musical journey, vividly describes the Cavern Club. It was a sweaty, damp, and dark place, as recalled by Paul McCartney. This unique atmosphere added to the club’s charm and history.
• Alan Sytner owned the Cavern Club, which was in turn owned by several other establishments in Liverpool, including a jazz-only club.
• The Cavern was sold several times before being demolished to allow for an underground railway ventilation duct construction.