London street named for music legend
You're likely thinking of Abbey Road, a famous street in London that is named after the Beatles' iconic album "Abbey Road". The street is located in the St John's Wood area of London and is where the Beatles recorded their final studio album in 1969.
The street was previously known as Grove End Road, but in 1975, the residents of the street voted to rename it Abbey Road in honor of the Beatles' album. Today, the street is a popular tourist destination, with fans of the band flocking to the street to take photos at the famous zebra crossing, which is featured on the cover of the album.
Other music legends with streets named after them in London include:
- Eric Clapton Way, a street in Battersea that is named after the legendary guitarist and singer-songwriter.
- Jimi Hendrix Place, a street in Soho that is named after the American rock guitarist and singer-songwriter.
- Amy Winehouse Street, a street in Camden that is named after the late singer-songwriter and musician.
- David Bowie Place, a street in Brixton that is named after the legendary musician and artist.
These are just a few examples, but there are many other streets in London that are named after music legends and icons.