Jacaranda Liverpool: A Historic Venue for The Beatles

Jacaranda Liverpool Receives Tribute for The Beatles

A landmark venue that hosted The Beatles' first ever show is to receive a historical plaque. In 1960, the Jacaranda was the first venue to host John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and George Harrison, alongside Stuart Sutcliffe and Pete Best, under the name that was to make musical history, The Beatles. Awarded by World Origin Site, the plaque is a celebration of ground-breaking events that shaped the modern world.

Significance of the Plaque Unveiling

This plaque at The Jacaranda, marking The Beatles’ first performance at the Slater Street venue, will join this esteemed company. There will be a special unveiling ceremony later today, Friday, August 23, for the plaque, beginning at 5pm. With activities planned on all three floors, featuring live music, big surprises, and the actual unveiling itself at 6pm, this event commemorates a momentous chapter in music history.

The Jacaranda Today

The location of this historic performance has long been acknowledged by dedicated fans and music historians, yet it remains relatively unknown to the wider fan base. Now tourists in Liverpool and visitors to Slater Street will be able to take a photo in front of the place where The Beatles truly began. While still embracing its Beatles heritage, the Jacaranda now thrives as more than a simple tourist spot. It hosts live music every night, serving as a vital hub for grassroots performances and sustaining Liverpool's musical heritage and future.

Impact of Grassroots Venues

Dave McCabe, frontman of The Zutons, emphasizes the importance of grassroots music venues: ‘Grassroots music venues like The Jacaranda are so important because without them there’s no growth, there’s no education, and there’s no real experience.’ Martin Wilkie, Director of World Origin Site, highlighted, ‘We started by showcasing the places and moments which helped to shape our modern world, and now we celebrate The Beatles at Jacaranda.’