Gerry and the Pacemakers were a British beat group prominent in the 1960s. Led by Gerry Marsden, their style was characterized by a blend of rock and roll, pop, and Merseybeat—a type of British music influenced by American rock and roll. They are most noted for their hits "How Do You Do It?", "I Like It", and "You'll Never Walk Alone", the latter of which has become an anthem for Liverpool Football Club. The band's significance lies in their role in the British Invasion, with their distinct sound contributing to the evolution of pop music.