The purpose of a persuasive paper is to convince the reader through facts and personal information, that the thesis of the subject is correct, or adequate enough to change ones opinion. The purpose of this specific paper is to prove that the Beatles are still influencing todays music and fashion trends. Out of a tough city filled with alcoholics and rebels sprung the world’s greatest band. Ringo Starr, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and George Harrison were just average guys until fate took a right turn at St.
Peters Church in Liverpool. ‘The Beatles’ was not the original name for the soon to be big timers, Paul and John came together and did work together as “The Quarry Men” but in 1960, they were officially named the “Beatles. An insignificant name that would soon stand in times tables forever. Through band members subtractions and additions, the Beatles stood through and ascended the ladder of fame. Before they knew it, John, George, Ringo and Paul could not even travel through a hotel or vacation spot without being noticed.
It was not an easy ride, they were rejected by record companies and actually described as “Not good.” Guitar bands were unheard of back then. They were shrugged off by George Martin, but after hearing them and seeing the reaction from local crowds he reluctantly took them in and finalized the hit “Please Please Me.” Jeans and white t-shirts were not going to cut it. It was Astrid Kirchner that gave the “Beatles” there new look, leather pants and “those” haircuts, helped them in their rise to fame. They were different, and they caught the eyes of teenage girls everywhere. Even men had to admit, the new style was a good move. Back in the States, Elvis Presley was sporting the “swoop” long hair look, so why not? The Beatles adopted the long hair “swoop” and gave it a twist of its own.
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Today there are multiple bands that sport that same look, tight pants and t-shirts, long hair and guitars still woo teenage girls. Implying a sense of “uniqueness” and “style” that is all of a sudden rising in popularity. These young rock stars of today may think that they are coming up with something new and “outrageous” but the grandfathers of Rock and Roll were way ahead of them. Even the accessories such as ties and hats are worn on the stages of young rockers today. The Beatles brought out a new style of music for all to hear. They crossed musical boundaries, and influenced many bands not only in the fashion sense but also musically.
Through the years, the Beatles’ music have been playing in the hearts of the fans of the 60’s as well as gaining the attention of young adults. They have been around for years, but their music will last even longer. If you listen to the sounds of Aloha, Owen, and even local bands Heroes Reborn and Within Four walls, you can tell through unique guitar riffs and vocal patterns that they could not have come up with this on their own. They, as young musicians, have recognized talent and have taken advantage of the Beatles creative style. In conclusion, .
The Beatles’ wacky melodies and strange lyric style have given the music culture a sound unlike any other. They have influenced bands from the likes of America, England, Germany, France, and many other countries all over the world.
