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From Abbey Road to Penny Lane, Artic Monkeys to Led Zeppelin, Land’s End to John O’Groats and from the Glastonbury Festival to T in the Park, Britain Rocks!

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British music has had a huge impact all over the world. From the Beatles and the Stones to Robbie Williams and Lily Allen, where would we be without these music icons. To listen to many of the finest these shores have produced follow me.....

Britain (and EMI) Rocks!

A crowd enjoying a performance on one of the stages at the V Festival at Weston Park in Shropshire, England © Britainonview.com / Simon Winnall

Music festivals - Britain's top 10

With the summer festival season well underway, it's time to pack the tent, put on your denim shorts and wellies and MAKE SOME NOOOOISE! Check out this year's top 10 festivals in Britain - home of the music festival.

Music festivals - Britain's top 10

Artists & Bands

Check out some of our coolest bands and artists, these are a few of the exciting young bands on the scene, rocking gig venues and dance floors around the UK.

Artists & Bands

Top music locations

Music is a living part of Britain's cities and this has helped shape the identity and attitudes of countless UK bands.

Top music locations

Beatles Britain

Find out about The Beatles before they were famous, tours and itineraries and more.

Beatles Britain

The Beatles Tribute Band and The Three Graces, Liverpool

Liverpool Capital of Culture '08

With Liverpool named Capital of Culture '08, now's the time to discover this vibrant city. Located within Liverpool's historic Albert Dock, the Beatles Story is a unique visitor attraction that will transport you into the life, times, culture and music of the Beatles. Buy your pass before your trip at our online shop.

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