The name of Pete Best is known to everyone who is familiar with the work of the legendary Beatles. The phenomenon of this group is undeniable. In it, the musical career of drummer Best began, which left a mark on his entire subsequent life.
Biography
Pete Best was born in India in November 1941. Pete's mother was called Mona Best. When the child was four years old, the family moved to England, to the city of Liverpool. The boy was interested in music from childhood. He devoted a lot of time and attention to percussion instruments. By 1959, Pete Best had his own musical group called The Black Jacks. She performed at a club that Pete's mother opened in her home. There he was noticed by McCartney.
The Beatles Invitation
At the beginning of the famous band's career, they had a constant problem with drummers. It was she who contributed to the fact that in August 1960 Pete was invited to become a member of the group. It was good luck for the young musician and for the band itself. Pete's figure attracted a lot of female fans' attention to her. The drummer was distinguished from the rest of the band by his attractive appearance. He was handsome.
Having acquired a permanent drummer in the person of Pete Best, the band went on their first world tour. After them, she returned famous. The whole world learned about the Beatles.
Rise and fall
The quartet began to collect huge stadiums. The fans and admirers of the Beatles did not give a pass to young musicians. Pete especially stood out from the group. He was more popular than other musicians. He was considered by many to be the leader of the group at the time. His career grew rapidly upward.
It is possible that it was popularity that played a cruel joke with Pete. Two years later (1962), the manager suggested that Best change the Beatles to another group. The musician refused and was forced to leave her.
There were several reasons for its replacement. The executives believed that Pete was not talented enough as a musician and did not fit the group. Others referred to the character of the drummer: he did not find a common language with the members of the group, was in conflict with the leadership, refused to obey. The reason was envy. Pete Best immediately became too popular in the group.
The musician was very upset about leaving the Beatles. Only thanks to the people he loved did he cope with depression. After several unsuccessful attempts to organize his own groups, he decided to retire from show business.
After 20 years, Pete Best returned, creating his own group called The Pete Best Band. This group is popular to this day.
Personal life
After piling up setbacks, Pete decided to devote himself to his family and other work.
In 1968 he married a girl named Katie. He has two daughters and grandchildren. Pete is very friendly with his brother.
The fate of the former Beatles drummer served as the theme for director Cattaneo for the film "The Naked Drummer" (2008), in which Pete Best played a cameo role.
