ELO holds the US record for most top 40 hits without ever hitting # 1. They're kind of in their own category because nobody sounds like them. Deep the rabbit hole guys .
Yes...these 2 have become my new favorite REACTORS. A lot of them have no analysis or understanding of what each instrument is doing. They are spot on. Hope they stick around on RUclips.Music Reaction Videos have been my favorite pastime. 😊🎵
In no particular order from my playlist, I’d recommend: “Showdown”, “Turn to Stone”, “Don’t Bring Me Down”, “Telephone Line”, Strange Magic”, + “Sweet Talkin Woman”.
Theatrical is a great word for it. When I sit and listen through one of their albums in headphones, it's like they're taking me on a journey. Eldorado, A New World Record, Face the Music, and Out of the Blue are all solid albums. If you want to hear them really doing their thing by bringing together rock and classical, I recommend "Boy Blue" or "Rockaria."
Jeff Lynne is a writing and producing genius. As he crafts a tune, he slowly builds, adds, deletes, and rearranges. And that O "orchestra" is always there in the mix. Just one amazing talent.
Jeff Lynne (who is from my home city of Birmingham, UK) is a musical genius and great producer. E.L.O. have loads of fantastic songs and they sound just as good live as they do on the studio versions. They were still touring just before the pandemic and although Jeff is 76 now and still sounds the same. I love all their songs but one of my favourites is 'All Over The World' which just makes you want to sing and dance.
I like Rockaria! off the out of the blue album. Mainly because my best friend's wife was pregnant during that time and I used to sit around and sing it with her during the day while he was at work and then he would come and watch her at night. '70s friends who are still around today! Peace!
I agree ❗ Lots of REACTORS I've stumbled upon really don't LISTEN to the instrumentation like these 2 do. They are spot on. Hope they stay on RUclips. 🎵🎵🎵
ELO was one of the bands in the 70’s whose music dominated the airwaves… no one before or after them sounds anything like them! Jeff Lynne is an absolute genius, I’ve seen them live and they reproduce their sound exactly as what was done in the studio, absolutely ridiculous!
ELO is Jeffrey Lynne's creation. A musical genius and highly respected in the music world. His friends included George Harrison, Tom Petty, Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison and others. ELO has a huge catalogue of great songs. A unique band for sure.
@@raymondbonington9355 Yes, you are correct. In fact ELO was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017 with members listed as Jeff Lynne, Roy Wood, Bev Bevan and Richard Tandy. However, since Wood's departure in 1972 the band became identified with Jeff Lynne. I think it is safe to say that ELO's huge success since 1972 can be attributed to Lynne. He IS ELO.
@@chadheckman2693 I’m getting on as I saw them in 1972 at Hornsey town hall London , they even came on late as they had doing top of the pops with the moves last hit California man ( cheap trick love Elo and the move ) 👍
@@raymondbonington9355 Me too. I saw them in 1978 for the Out of the Blue tour in Kansas City and again in 1981 for the Time tour in Denver. Excellent concerts.
Thank you for an intelligent, knowledgeable reaction. Have to say having watched many reactions over the years, i find your channel one of the very best. I know your big Beatles fans, Jeff Lynne is referred to as the fifth Beatle. Paul MacCartney chose Jeff Lynne to produce the "lost" songs of the Beatles . John Lennon allegedly said that ELO emulated the sound that The Beatles would have had if they had continued into the 1970's. During the Beatles Anthology sessions, the remaining Beatles enlisted Jeff Lynne as the producer of these recording sessions over their producer from back in the day, George Martin.
I swear, ELO was next-generation BEATLES! One can almost HEAR Lennon & McCartney in the music. The orchestra concept was BRILLIANT. Thanks for your reaction.
One of their best, the melody sounds as old as the hills. The album its taken from "New World Record" is so strong. Have you done "Tightrope" and/or "Telephone Line"? You owe it to yourselves!
ELO started with classic orchestra; musicians. They played in their own tuxedos. Not so young, they earned their chops and pluck their strings from bass to violins! They pulled sounds out most people never heard before. I found their second album with Roll Over B-man and On The Third in discount racks I could afford and a year later they were all over the radio. Fun to be first on my block!
I remember seeing them in concert around 1978. Their stage set looked like the ELO spaceship logo, and it opened slowly with bright lights inside as "Fire On High" played. Very dramatic. :)
@@reddoxx4754 I saw them twice. In '75 and maybe '78. I don't remember much of those days but the first concert was outdoors and the laser lights bounced off the cello and hit the stars in the sky. Very cool.
I've loved these guys since my 70s childhood and finally got to see them in 2019. Played with Dhani Harrison, who sounds just like his dad; he sang his dad's part along with Jeff on the song Handle With Care. Great band and nice review guys. Have a great holiday everyone 🙂
Ok ---- you guys keep stumbling into my childhood --- it's kind of eerie 😂. This was the first album I ever bought with my own money. There are a couple recent concert docs of ELO (entitled 'Jeff Lynne w ELO'). Both drew over 100,000 fans (maybe 200k in Hyde Park). Anyway, they had a ton of great records. Try 'Telephone Line' next, if you want a little more soul --- who doesnt like soul? 😂 So glad you guys are following this group! Love the breadth of your curiosity and feel for music. Best Always, Mike & Shawn in WI. Go Lions!
My first 45rpm was given to me as a gift when we went to a radio station on a field trip in 6th grade front side Band on the Run, flip side was Just another Day. First Lp I bought with my own money was Paul McCartney and Wings 'Venus and Mars'. I still have it but listen to it on CD. I know all the lyrics to all the songs. I had never heard of the Beatles, but owe my discovery of rock music to Paul. That said I have a lot of ELO from hearing them first around 1979
If you like the innovation and quirkyness of Living Thing, you'll love Mr. Blue Sky. It is one of ELO's masterpieces. For the live version I recommend the "BBC Children In Need Rocks 2013" version. Great reaction--I can't always predict what songs you'll get into, and it was fun seeing you enjoy this one. All the best.
CHEERS to Bev Bevan (drums) who kept the Orchestra running on time & as you`ll read ELO had a lot for the ear to enjoy and when you went to the show it was more love.. Pick up the telephone line ELO has more SO keep on Rockin & giddyup Airplay Beats
Now you're on to something! Jeff Lynne amazing singer songwriter arranger producer. Formed a band with George Harrison in the 90s called the Traveling Wilburys. Even produced the three remaining Beatles in 1995.
Thanks, guys.. you should also check out some of their live performances.. it's incredible how they were able to do so much of their catalogue... appreciate your reaction!
Oh, that's the band Jeff Lynne is from! When I watched the video of While My Guitar Gently Weeps from 2004 with Tom Petty, George Harrison's son, Prince, and Jeff Lynne, I actually thought Jeff was the highlight (next to Prince's guitar solo). I loved the way he sang that song.
Geoff Lynne, the main man of ELO was a massive beatles fan. He was in the travelling Wilburys with George etc but when George passed he arranged the concert for George at the Royal albert hall with all the greats! I got into ELO in later life, but check out Evil Woman or Last Train to London. Great tunes! Keep up the good work guys!
When I first heard this back in the 70s while I was at work I thought it was George Harrison singing. About 10 years later they began working together on several projects.
I am so glad that you guys are reacting to ELO, I know how much you both appreciate the musicianship, complexity, and production of Steely Dan, I felt like you would also appreciate ELO. I would recommend Shangri-La, Tightrope, or Telephone Line next. Thanks!
You guys have only done 2 ELO songs. It's time for that deep dive. Lots of great stuff--every song on this album New World Record is great. And they have many many great records over many many years
God bless you for listening to others music and finding talent when you do. I love so many types of music myself. My man said, my ears are hearing a lot of things going on. Jeff would like that you said, that. He plays like 14 instruments and said, I want to share an entire package. He is not only a brilliant musician, he wrote almost everything. Check this out…..Paul McCartney asked him to produce the last Beatles album. Check it out. Great catch on a master of sound and instruments.
Yay, ELO!!! Mr Blue Sky by them is a must, it was deemed the happiest song ever, by scientists!!!
Just normal music for us older folks who grew up listening.
One of a very few bands that truly took what The Beatles did and made it their own, and did it right.
Flash Mobs love ELO. Their live performances were always so brilliant.
Telephone line .....brain food❤
TIGHTROPE!! Crazy Good
ELO holds the US record for most top 40 hits without ever hitting # 1. They're kind of in their own category because nobody sounds like them. Deep the rabbit hole guys .
Ooohh "Telephone Line" next please!
Just as good live as recorded.
Y'all have the absolute best, no-nonsense music educated channel.
Thanks my friend!!
Totally agree! They are the best
Yes...these 2 have become my new favorite REACTORS. A lot of them have no analysis or understanding of what each instrument is doing. They are spot on. Hope they stick around on RUclips.Music Reaction Videos have been my favorite pastime. 😊🎵
100% 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲. 𝖲𝗈 𝗆𝗎𝖼𝗁 𝗋𝖾𝗌𝗉𝖾𝖼𝗍. ✊
@@AirplayBeatsI agree with everything here. You guys have become a part of my daily routine.
Deeeeeeeeeep catalog with an extraordinarily unique and tremendous sound.
In no particular order from my playlist, I’d recommend: “Showdown”, “Turn to Stone”, “Don’t Bring Me Down”, “Telephone Line”, Strange Magic”, + “Sweet Talkin Woman”.
yup, and lots of others, All over the world and can't get it out of my head
One of my favorites and less played is "Standin' In The Rain". It is pure ELO!
"Fire On High".
Theatrical is a great word for it. When I sit and listen through one of their albums in headphones, it's like they're taking me on a journey. Eldorado, A New World Record, Face the Music, and Out of the Blue are all solid albums.
If you want to hear them really doing their thing by bringing together rock and classical, I recommend "Boy Blue" or "Rockaria."
People are now re-realizing this band’s unequivocal greatness! 🔥🔥🔥🔥
ELO worked closely with several Beatles members on their solo work after they broke up in 1970
Jeff Lynne is a writing and producing genius. As he crafts a tune, he slowly builds, adds, deletes, and rearranges. And that O "orchestra" is always there in the mix. Just one amazing talent.
Amen
It’s happy, it’s sad, it’s exciting, it’s relaxing…it’s hopeful and concerned. It’s amazing ❤
Their cover of Chuck Berry's Roll Over Beethoven is killer
That's true
Jeff Lynne (who is from my home city of Birmingham, UK) is a musical genius and great producer. E.L.O. have loads of fantastic songs and they sound just as good live as they do on the studio versions. They were still touring just before the pandemic and although Jeff is 76 now and still sounds the same. I love all their songs but one of my favourites is 'All Over The World' which just makes you want to sing and dance.
Great review guys so many classic elo songs Lynne's a genius thanks for lifting my spirits😊❤
My fave ELO is Mister Blue Sky. I used to play it & dance around the kitchen while making my husband breakfast every Sunday morning 🥰
Wow, back in those early years when he cared about your 'achievement', not just him getting a nap after?
I like Rockaria! off the out of the blue album. Mainly because my best friend's wife was pregnant during that time and I used to sit around and sing it with her during the day while he was at work and then he would come and watch her at night. '70s friends who are still around today! Peace!
@@Greg-io1ip
WTF you on about now? 😡
The song from this album you need to hear is " Tightrope ". ELO's best song, IMHO
Not a hit song, but the best In most people's opinion!
Tightrope is ELO at their best.
I love ELO
ELO is great. Reminds me of childhood. They have an extensive catalogue, but my absolute favorite, by a mile, is "Showdown"
I also love "showdown" - but have a special appreciation for "telephone line" - b/c the first song i heard by ELO... lol
Tied for me for first with “Can’t Get it Out of My Head.”
@@pattyg8464 Yes, Patty! so many great songs.. Jeff Lynne totally under-rated lol
We must be riding on the same train! I love Showdown. So good bro. Way back for sure. I was in high school.
I hope people realize how good and accurate you two are. Wish you all the best.
I agree ❗ Lots of REACTORS I've stumbled upon really don't LISTEN to the instrumentation like these 2 do. They are spot on. Hope they stay on RUclips. 🎵🎵🎵
Jeff Lynne is the Mastermind behind ELO. John Lennon once referred to them as "Sons of the Beatles".
Anything that is “Live from Wembley Stadium” is pure Magic!
Great example of ELO at their best. The hook in this song is criminal.
ELO was one of the bands in the 70’s whose music dominated the airwaves… no one before or after them sounds anything like them! Jeff Lynne is an absolute genius, I’ve seen them live and they reproduce their sound exactly as what was done in the studio, absolutely ridiculous!
That complexity with the vocals and the orchestra backing them up is what ELO is about. That album, A New World Record is out of this world!
Look I didn't even know which song y'all going to check out but it said electric light orchestra and airplay beats and I clicked! Peace!
Ditto
Good half dozen bangers on this album great pick!
I've got tickets in October in Dallas to see ELO and I am so f'n pumped. Your reactions are the best. The knowledge is incredible.
ELO is Jeffrey Lynne's creation. A musical genius and highly respected in the music world. His friends included George Harrison, Tom Petty, Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison and others. ELO has a huge catalogue of great songs. A unique band for sure.
Roy wood came up with the idea of elo with Jeff lynne in there previous band the move , Roy came up with the name .
@@raymondbonington9355 Yes, you are correct. In fact ELO was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017 with members listed as Jeff Lynne, Roy Wood, Bev Bevan and Richard Tandy. However, since Wood's departure in 1972 the band became identified with Jeff Lynne. I think it is safe to say that ELO's huge success since 1972 can be attributed to Lynne. He IS ELO.
@@chadheckman2693 I’m getting on as I saw them in 1972 at Hornsey town hall London , they even came on late as they had doing top of the pops with the moves last hit California man ( cheap trick love Elo and the move ) 👍
@@raymondbonington9355 Me too. I saw them in 1978 for the Out of the Blue tour in Kansas City and again in 1981 for the Time tour in Denver. Excellent concerts.
"Mr. Blue Sky" is about as up-lifting as you can get. If you're feeling kinda down put it on. You'll start feeling better right away!
Yes! Scientists found it to be the happiest song ever!
The flip side of that 45 is fire on high kick butt song great reaction guys rock on
great reaction
This was really great to hear for the first time. I thought it was Queen to be honest. What an amazing time for music history.
*By first time: I meant like decades ago. I don't even want to count how long ago LoL
Better than Queen, in my opinion. And that's not a knock on Queen.
"Thought it was Queen", totally get that!
Thank you for an intelligent, knowledgeable reaction. Have to say having watched many reactions over the years, i find your channel one of the very best. I know your big Beatles fans, Jeff Lynne is referred to as the fifth Beatle. Paul MacCartney chose Jeff Lynne to produce the "lost" songs of the Beatles . John Lennon allegedly said that ELO emulated the sound that The Beatles would have had if they had continued into the 1970's. During the Beatles Anthology sessions, the remaining Beatles enlisted Jeff Lynne as the producer of these recording sessions over their producer from back in the day, George Martin.
Also....do their live vids when you can. They sound just as good and you get to see all of the musicians
I swear, ELO was next-generation BEATLES! One can almost HEAR Lennon & McCartney in the music. The orchestra concept was BRILLIANT. Thanks for your reaction.
They sound just as great today. Jeff still has his voice all these decades later and live at Wembley is well worth watching.
Wembley or Bust 2017
Live at Hyde Park is also great.
ELO is one of my favorite all time bands. So many hits.
My Dad loved ELO he flew across the country to go to a concert
I forgot how good they were. It is feel good music and I love the creativity.
One of their best, the melody sounds as old as the hills. The album its taken from "New World Record" is so strong. Have you done "Tightrope" and/or "Telephone Line"? You owe it to yourselves!
This song is fire, its too bad more people can't hear this awesome music of the 70s, thanks for playing it !
ELO--and Jeff Lynn--are an incredibly important part of the entirety of Rock music.
The back up singers with all that attitude, you gotta love this one. Great Reaction as always!
One of the best from ELO. Check out Showdown. Great reaction fellas. Appreciate you 🙏 💙
ELO started with classic orchestra; musicians. They played in their own tuxedos. Not so young, they earned their chops and pluck their strings from bass to violins! They pulled sounds out most people never heard before. I found their second album with Roll Over B-man and On The Third in discount racks I could afford and a year later they were all over the radio. Fun to be first on my block!
Fire on High is a magnificent instrumental that must be heard!
I remember seeing them in concert around 1978. Their stage set looked like the ELO spaceship logo, and it opened slowly with bright lights inside as "Fire On High" played. Very dramatic. :)
@@reddoxx4754 I saw them twice. In '75 and maybe '78. I don't remember much of those days but the first concert was outdoors and the laser lights bounced off the cello and hit the stars in the sky. Very cool.
I've loved these guys since my 70s childhood and finally got to see them in 2019. Played with Dhani Harrison, who sounds just like his dad; he sang his dad's part along with Jeff on the song Handle With Care. Great band and nice review guys. Have a great holiday everyone 🙂
Same story Melissa. Loved them since the '70s, and finally saw Jeff, (and Dhani) at the July 2019 Chicago show!
ELO IS A GREAT BAND
Such a great tune
Ok ---- you guys keep stumbling into my childhood --- it's kind of eerie 😂. This was the first album I ever bought with my own money. There are a couple recent concert docs of ELO (entitled 'Jeff Lynne w ELO'). Both drew over 100,000 fans (maybe 200k in Hyde Park). Anyway, they had a ton of great records. Try 'Telephone Line' next, if you want a little more soul --- who doesnt like soul? 😂 So glad you guys are following this group! Love the breadth of your curiosity and feel for music. Best Always, Mike & Shawn in WI. Go Lions!
My first 45rpm was given to me as a gift when we went to a radio station on a field trip in 6th grade front side Band on the Run, flip side was Just another Day. First Lp I bought with my own money was Paul McCartney and Wings 'Venus and Mars'. I still have it but listen to it on CD. I know all the lyrics to all the songs. I had never heard of the Beatles, but owe my discovery of rock music to Paul. That said I have a lot of ELO from hearing them first around 1979
Man I love ELO, always makes me feel good.. 🙂
Great reaction and analysis, they have a fantastic sound, one of my favourites for sure please check out Mr blue sky also by ELO.
'Concerto for a Rainy Day' is one of their masterpieces.
No denying Jeff Lynne's genious 👍🇬🇧
If you like the innovation and quirkyness of Living Thing, you'll love Mr. Blue Sky. It is one of ELO's masterpieces. For the live version I recommend the "BBC Children In Need Rocks 2013" version.
Great reaction--I can't always predict what songs you'll get into, and it was fun seeing you enjoy this one. All the best.
More ELO guys.
Soooo many hits ELO is an experience 😊
Saw them live in the 70's and they sound exactly the same. Awesome 👌 👏 👍
Thunderchild !
ELO was in the air for a long time. Soundtrack to your life
They are masters I love this band
Classic. Part of the Soundtrack of my early teens!:)
The best band foreverrrrrrrr❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
This song, Telephone Line and Evil Woman at Wembley 2017 is a must
I saw them live in 1976. One of the best live shows I have seen.
Hey, guys! Another great selection! Mr. Blue Sky you probably recognize due to Guardians of the Galaxy II, but if not, a masterpiece! Keep it up!
Their cover of Roll over Beethoven is one of the best covers the song I’ve heard and the song Showdown is a another great one both are early ELO songs
Loved this as a child.... and still do.
great song, great review! "There's a lot goin on!" and "it's like majestic" Both comments nailed it guys!
Wonderful music to grow up too,thanks for the memories guys
One of the bands ever. Unique is the best way to describe them. So many incredible songs.
CHEERS to Bev Bevan (drums) who kept the Orchestra running on time & as you`ll read ELO had a lot for the ear to enjoy and when you went to the show it was more love.. Pick up the telephone line ELO has more SO keep on Rockin & giddyup Airplay Beats
You can sure tell there was a Beatles influence on them! Great reaction❤
Now you're on to something! Jeff Lynne amazing singer songwriter arranger producer. Formed a band with George Harrison in the 90s called the Traveling Wilburys. Even produced the three remaining Beatles in 1995.
Such a unique group. Love it.
Mission ( A World Record ) That's one that will blow your mind,
Thanks, guys.. you should also check out some of their live performances.. it's incredible how they were able to do so much of their catalogue... appreciate your reaction!
"Showdown" is worth a listen, outstanding track... "Don't bring me down" is another one that seems underappreciated. 🤘🤘
Jeff Lynne/ELO carved out a notable niche in the 70s. I bought every LP as it was released.
Oh, that's the band Jeff Lynne is from! When I watched the video of While My Guitar Gently Weeps from 2004 with Tom Petty, George Harrison's son, Prince, and Jeff Lynne, I actually thought Jeff was the highlight (next to Prince's guitar solo). I loved the way he sang that song.
Geoff Lynne, the main man of ELO was a massive beatles fan. He was in the travelling Wilburys with George etc but when George passed he arranged the concert for George at the Royal albert hall with all the greats! I got into ELO in later life, but check out Evil Woman or Last Train to London. Great tunes! Keep up the good work guys!
Love ELO, so many great songs!
Growing up in the 70s, ELO had hit after hit after hit on the radio. They're HUGE.
Mr Blue Sky is a must listen from ELO. Great band. Lots of wonderful tunes.
Out of the Blue is a masterpiece
Me at 17!
They have so many songs! Tightrope is my favorite!
Yeah they were in their own lane. Saw them live in Oakland in the late 70s and they killed it.
Jeff Lynn is something special !!!!
Cellos Beautiful
When I first heard this back in the 70s while I was at work I thought it was George Harrison singing. About 10 years later they began working together on several projects.
Give "Fire in High" guys! Really fun, powerful, unusual.
ELO is great live. Do not be afraid to play any live videos.
I am so glad that you guys are reacting to ELO, I know how much you both appreciate the musicianship, complexity, and production of Steely Dan, I felt like you would also appreciate ELO. I would recommend Shangri-La, Tightrope, or Telephone Line next. Thanks!
You guys have only done 2 ELO songs. It's time for that deep dive. Lots of great stuff--every song on this album New World Record is great. And they have many many great records over many many years
God bless you for listening to others music and finding talent when you do. I love so many types of music myself. My man said, my ears are hearing a lot of things going on. Jeff would like that you said, that. He plays like 14 instruments and said, I want to share an entire package. He is not only a brilliant musician, he wrote almost everything. Check this out…..Paul McCartney asked him to produce the last Beatles album. Check it out. Great catch on a master of sound and instruments.