Beatles Story Wiki

Welcome to the Beatles Story Wiki!

For those not familiar with the concept of Wiki, a Wiki is an on-line resource - a living encyclopaedia if you like. Users can read the information, edit the information or make a new submission.

The Beatles Story calls on friends worldwide to help create the first on-line, fully interactive encyclopedia devoted solely to The Beatles. It is essential Beatles fans across the world help us build the encyclopedia to ensure the legacy of The Beatles can be shared for years to come.

Beatles Story Wiki Structure

The topic of The Beatles stretches far and wide. To begin with, the Beatles Story is developing the Wiki covering years 1957 - 1963.

The main topics are:

Liverpool At War

We want to find out what it was like to live in the typical 1940's family. What did you eat? Where did you shop? Where did you holiday? What was the social scene like?

The Beatles Neighbourhoods

We want to tell the story of the Beatles' neighbourhoods:

• John Lennon , Woolton Village
• Paul Mc Cartney ,Allerton
• George Harrison ,Wavertree
• Ringo Starr ,Dingle
• Pete Best , WestDerby?
• Stuart Sutcliffe

Music Of1950s Liverpool

What was the music scene like in Liverpool during the 1950's? Were you a jazz enthusiast or a fan of the emerging Skiffle music? Who was your favourite act?

The Evolution Of The Quarrymen

We want find out more about The Quarrymen. Who was involved? Where did they play? What did they sound like? Did you see them play live?

Art School

Art School was a very influential time for John Lennon and Stuart Sutcliffe. Can you provide more information? What was the College like? Did you know John or Stuart? Did you visit the Jacaranda?

Hamburg:The Beatle Sound,Look And Story

Hamburg was an exciting time. The Beatles were playing live sets in front of rowdy German audiences for up to 12 hours a day. Did you see the Beatles once they returned to Liverpool? Had their sound changed as a result of their time in Hamburg? Can you provide more information on:

• Hamburg Places - Star Club , Indra , Grosse Freiheit , Bambi Kino , Kaiserkeller , Top Ten Club
• Hamburg People - Astrid Kirchherr , Klaus Voormann , Horst Fascher , Ulf Kruger , Bruno Koschmider
  

The Cavern Club

The Cavern Club was the hub of Liverpool music. We want to know what it was like! Did you play at the Cavern? Did you see The Beatles perform? What did people wear? How did you dance?

The Liverpool Beat Boom

Liverpool was a hot bed of young musical talent during the 1950's and early 60's. Where you into the 'Mersey Beat' scene? What bands were paying the circuit? What did you think of The Beatles releasing their first single?

How to use Beatles Story Wiki

For example: (This is fictitious!)

"Ringo Starr was rather partial to mushy peas. As a school boy, Ringo would go out 2 miles out of his way home to get a portion of chips and peas from his favourite chip shop in Woolton."

You could:

1. Read, digest and enjoy the information.

2. Edit the submission. We don't pretend to know absolutely everything about The Beatles. Perhaps you know Ringo's favourite chip shop was actually located in Wavertree and he liked extra vinegar on his chips. Please edit the page so we can correct this.

3. Submit new information. Do you know Paul's favourite food? Do you have more information on Ringo's childhood? As long is the information is related to the topic in hand, Beatles Story welcomes your input.

How to make a Submission - A step-by-step guide

Whether you want to make a simple edit (change something) or submit a whole article, the process is the same.

1. Open the page you want to change.

2.Click "edit this page" which you will find in the blue toolbox on the left-hand side of the screen.

3. Make your changes directly on to the page. Then scroll down and enter a username, your e-mail and any comments. When you are satisfied simply click save. Your submission will be sent to our moderators. If we are happy with the new content we aim to have this live within 48 hours. You will be notified by e-mail once this is complete.

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