The Beatles in Liverpool

The Cavern Club
In February, 1961, the group played a lunchtime gig at the Cavern Club, a blues and beat club on Mathew Street, the first of 292 appearances they would make there. In this photo, taken of the group on the club's tiny stage, Pete Best plays drums. He would perform with the group until 1962, when he was replaced by Ringo Starr.

• The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2008