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The Beatles were an English rock band formed in Liverpool in 1960. The group, whose best-known lineup comprised John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, is regarded as the most influential band of all time. They were integral to the development of 1960s counterculture and popular music's recognition as an art form. Rooted in skiffle, beat, and 1950s rock and roll, their sound incorporated elements of classical music and traditional pop in innovative ways; the band later explored music styles ranging from ballads and Indian music to psychedelia and hard rock. As pioneers in recording, songwriting, and artistic presentation, the Beatles revolutionized many aspects of the music industry and were often publicized as leaders of the era's youth and sociocultural movements. Their enormous popularity first emerged as "Beatlemania"; as their songwriting grew in sophistication, led by primary songwriters Lennon and McCartney, the band became emblematic of the larger cultural evolution. Their most celebrated works include albums such as "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band", "Revolver", "Rubber Soul", "The White Album", and "Abbey Road". After their break-up in 1970, they each enjoyed successful musical careers of varying lengths. The Beatles are one of the best-selling bands in history, with estimated sales of over 600 million records worldwide. They have had more number-one albums on the British charts and sold more singles in