Pete Best is stepping away from the spotlight. On Sunday, Best — who was the original Beatles’ drummer before Ringo Starr — confirmed that he is stepping away from public appearances and performances.

We explore four contemporary bands that you should be listening to if you're a fan of 1960s pop, á la the Beach Boys or the Ronettes.

These classic rock powerhouses defined the 1960s era of rock and roll music, and I doubt you won't recognize them.

For example, one woman gave some insight as to what it was like to date Ringo Starr before he was famous. According to her, ...