The Beatles live: Star-Club, Hamburg
Date: Monday 16 April 1962
Venue: Star-Club, St. Pauli, Hamburg, Germany
Residency Night: 4 of 48
Overview
This performance marked The Beatles' fourth of 48 nights at Hamburg's Star-Club, the city's newest and most prominent rock 'n' roll venue in 1962.
First Star-Club Residency
The Beatles undertook three separate residencies at the Star-Club during 1962. This first stint began on 13 April and ran until 31 May, spanning seven weeks.
Across the residency, the group performed for approximately 172 hours, with their only scheduled night off falling on Good Friday, 20 April 1962.
Hamburg Period Context
This engagement formed part of The Beatles' intensive Hamburg years, following earlier residencies at the Indra, Kaiserkeller, and Top Ten Club.
By this stage, their relentless performance schedule had transformed them into a highly disciplined and electrifying live act.
The band departed Hamburg on 2 June 1962, closing another crucial chapter in their development just months before their breakthrough in the UK.
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FAQ
What was the Star-Club?
A major Hamburg rock 'n' roll venue where The Beatles performed multiple residencies in 1962.
How many nights did The Beatles play there in 1962?
A total of 48 nights during their first residency.
How long was the residency?
Seven weeks, from 13 April to 31 May 1962.
Why was Hamburg important to The Beatles?
It was where they developed their performance stamina, tightness, and stage presence through long, demanding sets.
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