The Beatles were an iconic British rock band formed in Liverpool in 1960. Consisting of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, the band is widely regarded as one of the most influential and successful acts in popular music history. The band released a string of hit singles and albums throughout the 1960s, and their influence on the culture of the time was immense. They are often referred to as the 'Fab Four' and are credited with helping to shape the sound of modern rock and roll.