The Beatles live: Star-Club, Hamburg
Tuesday 24 April 1962 | Live
This was The Beatles' 11th of 48 scheduled nights at Hamburg's Star-Club, one of the city's key early rock 'n' roll venues.
The Star-Club residency formed part of the group's first engagement at the venue in 1962. Across this initial stint, The Beatles performed extensively, building on their earlier Hamburg experience.
The first Star-Club residency ran from 13 April to 31 May 1962, with only one night off during the period (Good Friday, 20 April). The engagement totalled approximately 172 hours of live performance.
The Beatles departed Hamburg shortly after completing the residency, leaving on 2 June 1962.
Hamburg Context
This engagement followed earlier residencies at the Indra, Kaiserkeller, and Top Ten Club, marking the third major Hamburg club circuit undertaken by The Beatles within a two-year span. For more on this formative period, see The Beatles Early Contracts (1959–1965).
These performances were instrumental in shaping the band's tight live sound and high-intensity stage presence.
Location
Star-Club, Hamburg, Germany
FAQs
When did this performance take place?
Tuesday 24 April 1962.
What was the Star-Club?
A major Hamburg music venue known for early rock 'n' roll performances.
How long was The Beatles' residency?
The first residency ran from 13 April to 31 May 1962.
Did The Beatles have any nights off?
Yes, only one night off during the run (Good Friday, 20 April).
Why was Hamburg important to The Beatles?
It was a key formative period that developed their live performance skills and stamina.
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