The Mersey Beatles are back; but those fresh-faced Liverpool lads who made their Beatle week debut in 2002 have undergone a major change since we saw them, welcoming new member and keyboard wizard Tony Cook. Tony considers himself to be more Billy Preston than George Martin - it's the afro wig and extensive course of sun bed treatments that gives it away, but the addition of keyboards has allowed the new five-piece to cover all eras of the Beatles back catalogue.

UK Beatleweeker's may have caught their national TV debut this year on BBC1's Bargain Hunt, with the boy's not only providing the Beatles music used in the show, but also taking part as contestants… and they were able to dazzle us with their amazing knowledge of antiques… well, not quite! Thankfully, they decided not to give David Dickinson a run for his money, and appeared on another BBC1 programme: Ground Force, doing what they're known for - providing entertainment for Charlie Dimmock and Tommy Walsh with a rocking version of Twist and Shout.

The Mersey Beatles have been the resident band at the Cavern Club and are looking forward to reaching their heroes total of 292 performances at the club!

A major highlight was The Mersey Beatles trip 'down under' to officially open the new Cavern Club in Adelaide, Australia. A fantastic time was had and the band were overwhelmed by the reaction of the Aussies. A lot of new friends were made, and there was the chance to meet up with old friends; a few tinnies were had with The Australian Beatals, with Monty and the boys sending their best wishes for this year's festival.

The boys have just returned from a tour of Austria, returning just in time for Beatleweek where they promise plenty of surprises and are looking forward to meeting up with old friends. So let Jay, Ste, Dave, Brian and Tony take you on a Magical Musical History Tour… and that's an invitation!