The Beatles wouldn’t have been such a world-beating act if they had any other iteration than the one fans have loved for over 60 years. Together, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr created collective magic, and their shared worldviews and experimental spirit would underpin a musical magical mystery tour like no other.

One key factor that defined The Beatles’ brilliance was their versatility as musicians. Each member was far from being a one-trick pony, constantly open to evolving with the rapidly changing times. They were always eager to refine their skills, which in turn elevated the quality of their music. This dedication to growth is why their back catalogue boasts one of the most influential artistic arcs in music history.

Whether it be John Lennon helming an array of instruments, George Harrison taking to the sitar like a fish to water, or Ringo Starr constantly shifting the nature of his drumming, The Beatles knew what they wanted to achieve, and unlike most groups, they knew exactly how to execute their plans. Just like that, the dream slowly came to life.

McCartney was also critical to this wildly successful mix. Not only was he one half of their transformative songwriting partnership, but he was also the finest multi-instrumentalist of the lot, to the extent that he even played drums on ‘Back in the U.S.S.R.’. While Macca was undoubtedly adept at more instruments than all of his former bandmates and practically every famous musician alive, one conduit he particularly excelled on was the piano.