klaatu
Fusionist
Honestly, I think you're right.
As time goes on, I think some of the appeal of the beatles is fading. Certainly, they remain a sentimental favorite of the older generation.
But younger rock fans, and especially younger rock musicians, aren't really paying them homage anymore. While some of today's rock bands will cover The Who, the Stones, Zepplin, and AC/DC, they're pretty much ignoring the beatles.
Sales dont show it... The Beatles still out sell the bands you mention ... and I happen to like the bands you mentioned.
The Beatles appeal goes beyond R&R ... and if it as you say ..their appeal is fading .. a 40 year popularity stint off an 8 year recording career as a group will be hard to top.
And the Beatles were not about long flashy solo's and who has the biggest dick ..their songs were built around rhythm and atmosphere .