Before The Beatles, John Lennon formed a band called The Quarrymen. The Quarrymen was formed in Liverpool, England, in 1956 and initially consisted of Lennon and his school friends. Over time, other members joined and left the band, eventually evolving into The Beatles in 1960. The Quarrymen played a mix of skiffle, rock and roll, and other popular music of the time. The band's early formation laid the foundation for the musical journey that would lead to The Beatles' immense success.