What’s In A Name? The Reason These Bands Were Named After Animals

The Beatles Were Inspired By Buddy Holly

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Originally known as The Quarrymen, John Lennon and Stu Sutcliffe came up with the name as the pair loved Buddy Holly and his group The Crickets.

The two went through an extensive list of insect names and finally settled on Beetles, before switching to the name they’re popularly known for. Just ahead, the American version of the Fab Four was inspired by the band’s film A Hard Days Night.