I also agree! ELO has been in my top 3 since high school (the 70s - and still remain at the top!) :) So glad Fil did this analysis & reaction. It might just introduce ELO and the genius of Jeff to potential, younger fans. Fil's taste is excellent and he has the perfect channel to spread his knowledge. :) Plus his excitement is infectious!
Absolutely agree! Janet Jackson is in but not ELO? What a joke. Also, Todd Rundgren was passed up for Janet Jackson this past year. He is another incredible singer songwriter producer who is still at the top of his game, but somehow Janet Jackson is a rock ‘n’ roll Hall of Famer? All politics.
Considering that this was just about the first thing ELO ever did, the quality of the song is outstanding. Way back in 1970. There are not too many band that had something like that for their debut. I am long since convinced that when history looks back on the whole Rock n Roll era, Jeff Lynne will be crowned king.
I just rewatched this, and though your comment is 3 years old, I'd like to add something. The quality is indeed outstanding (for lack of a stronger word), and also I find it amazing how faithful this relatively recent live version is to the 1970 original. And it just still works. As for Jeff Lynne's debut, it was of course with the single _Imposters of Life's Magazine_ in 1968. And his work with the Idle Race in my opinion is just as strong as anything he has written and composed since. Actually, just checking the JL song database, I noticed that the song _Follow Me, Follow_ , which in the Idle Race version is just beautiful, was written by Jeff maybe as early as 1966 (if JL DB is correct) for Tinkerbell's Fairydust, and the first demo - which unfortunately seems lost - had Jeff on vocals and guitar. Listening to that song, either the existing Tinkerbell's Fairydust demo, their "final" version, or the version with the Idle Race on The Birthday Party, I think it is incredible to think that Jeff was perhaps not even 19 when he wrote that. So by 1970, Jeff already had plenty of experience, _and_ had delivered plenty of music of outstanding quality. Fil, if you read this, I'd love to see you listen to an Idle Race song - it could be _Follow Me, Follow_ or even better _The Lady Who Said She Could Fly_ (which I think has some of Jeff's best vocal work ever!) - and share your analysis and thoughts.
I don’t know where I have been all my life, but I just now discovered Jeff Lynne. I see him as a Renaissance artist. I am soaking up his music from A to Z across the years. His voice is unusual in tone, range, and strength. His skill set is remarkable. Thanks for your analysis of this truly great artist.
Jeff Lynne is a multi instrumentalist and genius. Saw them last summer in a packed show in Sunrise Florida. They had a phenomenal light show. Saw them in 1978 in North Carolina when they were an all male band. That’s when they had the spaceship coming out of the ceiling it was really cool. His music is literally out of this world.
Jeff is not only all of things you mentioned, but he has a gentle spirit and a wistful desire for people to be kinder and more reasonable that is not as hippy-dippy as George's or as futilely gnostic as Lennon's. Jeff's Love of kinder gentler world is not preachy, and i am guessing since he does not seem to aspire to being a rock and roll famous guy, less hypocritical than most any other rocker i can think of too.
His production over the decades is just mesmerising. I've been an ELO fan since I was 7yrs old and all through his career he has been nothing less than the most stellar 'rock' star. Even at 70yrs old, he's still got it...
He may not have that superstar status with everyone. But the ones who go to his concerts love and appreciate his music and him, and that is more worth than being a pop-hero. One thing I have to add to Fils thoughts: When we talk about consistancy, in my opinion Mr. Tandy has also a big part to play here. He is the grey eminence in the second row.
It is still beyond me how this guy is not SIR Jeff Lynne, what he has done for the British music business over several decades is quite frankly astounding, right up there with the likes of Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger (I would argue even beyond them). He is one of the very best and yet most under valued and under rated musicians this country has ever produced. The word genius is thrown around like confetti these days, but with Jeff Lynne, the word does not do him justice, when he's gone, we shall never hear nor see the likes of again. He' is the Beethoven of our times.
Contemporary Classical Music. Every note. No one else has done it on this level for centuries. Growing up, teens through raising my own, his music was everywhere. Took it for granted like air and gravity. Now I'm really paying attention. In his 70s now, and still delivering exactly what we expected. Greatest Show on Earth.
Jeff Lynne is about the only artist of his age that I can think of that still has 100% of his vocal ability intact. Time has not damaged his voice at all.
How true that statement about maintaining the quality of one's voice with age! Going into one's mid-seventies with that blessing is such a rarity! I believe Jeff and Barry Gibb were born in '47 and '46 respectively. Although I haven't truly heard Barry doing any singing for a few years perhaps, it's also been astounding to me how Barry, unlike so many others, had continued to sustain the qualities of his voice with all the "freaky crazy screaming" (my words although otherwise known as reverse falsetto) that seems to bring so much joy both to Barry and all his fans throughout the decades at least from 1975 when those capabilities were discovered quite rather by accident. Can I not include some BeeGees with me to that desert island as well? Plus of course the podcasts and lectures, the chef, all of one's best friends with all of their most happy and compatible dogs but of course, and then my microwaveable hotpacks, the Starbuck's Frappuccinos and, oh never mind, I think I'll just stay home!
I'm watching the live concert in Hyde Park right now on our Public Television station!! Its spectacular. He not only sounds exactly the same as 40 years ago, he looks great, the orchestra is awesome and the music is as fresh as it was 40 years ago. The whole concert is a total home run!! If an ELO tour comes to NY, I'll absolutely have to be there. Wow!!!
Before ELO had a concert run here in LA, there were many showings of that Hyde Park concert on Axs TV. I never got tired of watching it! Such a great stage show, too, just flashy enough, not overwhelming.
Incredibly genius!!! Been a fan since 1976 - too bad I missed a few years!! I didn't know how to explain the depth of his incredible talent like this man does but I knew it was prodigious. If I could take one thing with me on a desert island, it certainly would be Jeff's music!!
Absolutely spot-on. As ever, Fil's analysis here is a joy to listen to even though as a similar type of Jeff fan as the first commenter, yes, it was actually difficult not to have missed a few of Jeff's years. Even though I truly really already knew most of these facts regarding Jeff's prodigious bodies of talents, how encouraging to hear it all reiterated back from yet another master, Fil himself. Bravo yet again. You folks are all a true joy in my life as I struggle through my golden years nearly the same age as Jeff though not blessed with his also apparently consistent great health. Congrats, blessings and so many thanks to all seniors who can maintain those abilities to continue with all their talents throughout the course of their lives as folks like Jeff have been able to do!
Celebrate Legends while they are still alive. The great Jeff Lynne (ELO) has a new album out as of November of 2019. Please, Jeff Lynne's ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA Tour in 2022! From 1972 to 1986 Jeff Lynne's Electric Light Orchestra has had more top 40 hits than any other group in the world. 50 years later they still play in sold-out Arenas and Stadiums. I just saw them last Summer of 2019 on the US and Canada Tour...( Best Concert of my life) All the reviews agreed they are the best live act in the world and Jeff Lynne is a Music Genius. They are in the Rock Hall of Fame. Lynne is on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame and Birmingham Walk OF Fame. Jeff Lynne’s ELO won the Best Classic Rock Band plus Lynne won the best Song Writer award ( ASCAP ) 2019 for his fantastic contribution over the years. The Legends in the Music Industry call Jeff Lynne the best overall Musician ever and a Producer Extraordinaire. Long live Jeff Lynne’s ELO! P.S. Jeff Lynne Produced the Beatles, Tom Petty, Roy Oberson, Brian Wilson, Bryan Adams and so many other Legends...What an incredible talent!
I saw them in Toronto in 2019 - absolutely incredible performance. Dhani Harrison was touring with them and joined them on stage for Handle With Care. Your comments are spot on.
i was hesitant to click because ELO were one of my favorite bands, back in the mid 70's, and this is many, many years later. and yet, Jeff still sounds great, not just great for a man in his mid sixties, but just plain great. Jeff Lynne is amazing. great breakdown Fil!
I was a teenager when "Out of the Blue" came out, but I was hooked on ELO before that. I would have loved to see them during that tour, but the stars never aligned so never got to see ELO. In 2018 I FINALLY got to see Jeff perform in Oakland, California which was the opening city for that tour. All those years passed, but Jeff didn't disappoint at all. I'm hoping he'll do another USA tour so I can see him again. The man is absolutely amazing what he has done 🙂
You said it all Fil..the man is so huge a talent it's incredible...a classic songwriter (among so many other things) up there with all the greats...he was also the last man to produce the Beatles back in the 1990's....thanks for this...a true joy...Paul
Jeff Lynne is the most talented guy on the planet! Loved ELO the first time I heard them way back! He makes it look so easy. And, yes, he just doesn't age. Thanks, Fil! Love your enthusiasm!
Best Classic Rock Band live in the world today...Go see them on Tour possibly in 2021...Best sound, best vocals and best visuals you will ever see. Long live Jeff Lynne's ELO! Wings of Pegasus very well done mate!
I remember when their lighting rig looked like a huge flying saucer that lifted up off the stage to reveal the band at the beginning of the show. Very innovative!
God! I wore this album out and had to replace it so many times. Jeff was a genius! Its no wonder he was a part of the most iconic super-band of the Travelling Wilburys
My very 1st concert, September 1st 1978 Tarrant County Convention Center Ft. Worth Texas. ELO on the Out of the Blue tour . Giant white "hamburger" UFO spaceship onstage, Trickster opened. After that, the lights go down.....the top "bun" of the spaceship lifts up......smoke pours out....green lasers stabbing through the air all over the place........smoke clears a little...and inside of that thing: Jeff, Bev, Kelly, Mik, Richard, Hugh, Melvyn ... violin, cellos, and lasers! The music starts with violin and cellos climbing up to crescendo.....then that thunderous Bm 1st chord of "Showdown"...... *WOW*
Jeff definitely has a unique voice and style. I've had the privilege of seeing ELO a few times, they gave a wonderful performance. Thanks for all of the breakdown and information, this was a great video and analysis.
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 So glad you covered this Fil! Jeff Lynn's E.L.O. is so magnificent! The U.K. is so lucky to see him everywhere! Fil, I absolutely, cringe and become nauseated when people say E.L.O. sounds like the beatles! (My rant & yep, I never have thought that the beatles' music was all that special). No comparison, whatsoever, & E.L.O.'s music cannot be filed into some inapplicable category, void of appreciation for every instrument, production, writing, composing & performance, that was injected into every hit! All were such broad ranged pieces, made up of multi composed genres & styles of music, that came together perfectly & stood on their own excellence. IDK how to describe it but I do know it isn't similar to anything else, especially the beatles! Anyhoot, you should have fro'd your hair a bit, slipped on your shades, grabbed your guitar and played & sang with this legendary master of 'cool'!🔥🔥🔥
What a gig! Only saw it on telly, but wow! Awesome! What a legend that guy is! All the stuff he’s done. Just great! The guy can do, and does, everything!
Thanks Fil, you remembered!!! I've been waiting for someone to react to Jeff Lynne for a long time! I just love his voice. It's amazing that he is 71 years old and is still touring this year! It was also great to see Richard Tandy on the piano and keyboards. ELO owed a lot of it's great sound to him as well! In the same vein of an amazingly produced album, I'd love to hear you analyze the first Boston album. It's a great story.
With Jeff Lynne as the sole songwriter and producer From 1972 to 1986 (During 14 years), ELO accumulated more combined UK and US Top 40 hits than any other band in the world. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electric_Light_Orchestra_discography
With all the great "Magic" that Jeff Lynn put out this one wasn't one of my fav..but in my magnificent magnifying mind he more than made up for it with some of the greatest songs of all time..awesome breakdown Fil..I am so happy to be a subscriber.!
Hi Fil, accurate analysis. We saw the ELO live years ago (band original lineup). We actually met them and spoke to them after the gig. They are great musicians, friendly and down to earth.
Your Videos are addictive!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Jeff Lynne is AWESOME, the TIME album is a MASTERPIECE........... OMG, such production, playing, singing, orchestration, feel, despair and finally HOPE for ALL OF US, KEEP DREAMING :o) P.S. Your BEST video
So many layers!!! So many layers to his sound which I think makes his music almost untouchable. And, bc I grew up in the 60's and 70's, you know, a "Boomer", so we cut our teeth on Rock-n-roll. For me, ELO is like the Beatles just evolved into what his music, Jeff Lynne, is for all of us Boomers. Right? What a blessing Lynne is healthy and still rockin', keeping the finest of that era alive. The "Traveling Wilbury's" are a true gift! Amazing blend of genius!
Jeff is a vastlt underrated artist/guitarist/singer/producer/songwriter,and is still as good as ever ,should be more widely recognised,thanks for showcasing this legend,its long overdue.
ELO has always been a magical beautiful band. They've been a favorite of mine, since I first heard them. Jeff is awesome, always has been! His voice! Im so glad I have a Traveling Wilburys cd!! My daughter is a fan too. Great teaching again, Fil. You know what you're talking about. Rock on!
This was great! You’re so right that his voice is unique. He is so well-rounded. So much talent in one man. Did you watch when ELO was finally inducted into the R&R Hall of Fame? The story of how he learned about harmony and chords is really cute. Literally as a child with his Dad at a sewer pipe. Lol! ELO is still one of my favorites. ❤️
My mother is 85. We had to move her from California back east to care for her as she gets older. Naturally the luggage had to be greatly reduced. When it came to her vinyls, we had to be strict. But her ELO Blue Sky made the trip! And still going strong. Thanks, Jeff.
jOSHCOURTS: I agree - never liked Dylan's voice -- he was a decent songwriter, but more a "poet" -- I heard an interview one time where he was asked about how he felt about his own voice on recordings.. and he said: "when I hear myself on tape... it kind of makes me want to .... HIDE" :)
Sir, for some reason I just came across this video on your channel. ELO is the perfect example of what a great musician is capable of. This song in particular is a brilliant mix of what guitar, violins, etc etc CAN sound like. It may help that the composer has a “little bit “ of talent. It’s also nice to see older people enjoy your analysis as much as I do. (I am 68) Please be safe during this crazy period of history. Peace
Now you’re talking! Jeff is an absolute treasure, it’s unbelievable that he hasn’t been awarded any honours as far as I know - he surely deserves a knighthood! You are right about Jeff’s tone - it’s so sexy - and I’m a straight male! I can’t think of any artists still performing after 50 years who are not only still at the top of their game but getting better and better! His current band are brilliant and finally give him the sound he always wanted
The video(s) of Jeff I would suggest are the acoustic/piano duo he does with his long time music partner Richard Tandy. The stripped down performances are pure magic.
Richard Young Thanks for posting this...I went and found it..The Bungalow Palace...great stuff... except for Evil Woman...cause I'm funny about that one song...lol. 👍
I remember seeing ELO San Francisco 1974. I was aware of them but not much knowledge about the music but the electric string sound was so cool to experience. I became more aware of Jeff through Travelin Wilburys.My ears perk up now whenever I hear his name and I pay attention to what he's doing and like it.
Fil, I’m so glad I subscribed to your channel. You’re intelligent with great analytical skills, and just nice to spend time with. The fact that you’re a skilled musician truly validates you. About Jeff Lynn, I have all the ELO albums on vinyl, back from the days when I purchased a couple albums a week at least. Absolutely love his music, and the way he constructs these layers around thoroughly engaging melodies. Thanks for this!
just watched them in a live concert on the BBC RB 1, was great,forgot what a wonderful band they are still sounds as authentic as ever, just a great show
Loved your analysis and your chat about Jeff in general. I have been a Jeff Lynne/ ELO fan all my life and one of the things I love about his music is the variety/unpredictability/progression through each song. 👍
Absolutely love ELO. Grew up listening to A New World Record, On The Third Day, Out of The Blue, all masterpieces. Can't tell you how many lazy nights I spent listening to them on 8 Track with a cold beer in hand, black light on... knowing I was listening to something special. Had the opportunity to see them live in New Jersey on their Discovery tour back in like '79 or 80.
Why did I of all people never look for any Jeff Lynne/ELO from you before?! As good here at 66 as he was at 23. Sounded the same in 2017 at Wembley too. Remarkable anyone's vocals hold up like that. Well, musically he's remarkable in every way. He is also a multi-instrumentalist, playing all of them on one track. A lot of people consider him a musical genius and I can't disagree. My earliest memory of hearing ELO was around 1999, about 16. They put headphones on my when I walked in the room and it was Can't Get It Out of My Head. I was blown away and had to hear all of Eldorado. So glad you covered him.
It would be very cool to be able to jam with Jeff and pick his brain and receive some of the knowledge he has learned from all those years in industry. To be in the presence of his genius would be privilege. Always loved the interstellar-spacy-synth, melodic , poppy and classically themed songs (you never forget and still can sing anywhere and anytime) that still sound timeless. The ELO ship has taken my ears on a grand journey, and may it never end. Great analyses, Fil.
This band should have been in the Rock and Roll hall of fame 20 years ago
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Completely agree
I also agree! ELO has been in my top 3 since high school (the 70s - and still remain at the top!) :)
So glad Fil did this analysis & reaction. It might just introduce ELO and the genius of Jeff to potential, younger fans. Fil's taste is excellent and he has the perfect channel to spread his knowledge. :)
Plus his excitement is infectious!
AGREE
Absolutely agree! Janet Jackson is in but not ELO? What a joke. Also, Todd Rundgren was passed up for Janet Jackson this past year. He is another incredible singer songwriter producer who is still at the top of his game, but somehow Janet Jackson is a rock ‘n’ roll Hall of Famer? All politics.
Considering that this was just about the first thing ELO ever did, the quality of the song is outstanding. Way back in 1970. There are not too many band that had something like that for their debut. I am long since convinced that when history looks back on the whole Rock n Roll era, Jeff Lynne will be crowned king.
I just rewatched this, and though your comment is 3 years old, I'd like to add something.
The quality is indeed outstanding (for lack of a stronger word), and also I find it amazing how faithful this relatively recent live version is to the 1970 original. And it just still works. As for Jeff Lynne's debut, it was of course with the single _Imposters of Life's Magazine_ in 1968. And his work with the Idle Race in my opinion is just as strong as anything he has written and composed since. Actually, just checking the JL song database, I noticed that the song _Follow Me, Follow_ , which in the Idle Race version is just beautiful, was written by Jeff maybe as early as 1966 (if JL DB is correct) for Tinkerbell's Fairydust, and the first demo - which unfortunately seems lost - had Jeff on vocals and guitar. Listening to that song, either the existing Tinkerbell's Fairydust demo, their "final" version, or the version with the Idle Race on The Birthday Party, I think it is incredible to think that Jeff was perhaps not even 19 when he wrote that. So by 1970, Jeff already had plenty of experience, _and_ had delivered plenty of music of outstanding quality.
Fil, if you read this, I'd love to see you listen to an Idle Race song - it could be _Follow Me, Follow_ or even better _The Lady Who Said She Could Fly_ (which I think has some of Jeff's best vocal work ever!) - and share your analysis and thoughts.
I don’t know where I have been all my life, but I just now discovered Jeff Lynne. I see him as a Renaissance artist. I am soaking up his music from A to Z across the years. His voice is unusual in tone, range, and strength. His skill set is remarkable. Thanks for your analysis of this truly great artist.
OMG! I’ve NEVER stopped listening to them since ‘73!!!!
Jeff Lynne is a genius. Unbelievable talent. I absolutely adore him. There is no one else like him.
Jeff Lynne is a living legend!! (y)
I have the full ELO catalog on vinyl. Jeff is an under appreciated legend.. Thanks Fil!
I gotta get out my "Out of the Blue" on blue vinyl now...
@@dano247365 I have that CD and I had the original vinal. Love that album!
Great song writer!
Jeff will NEVER be under appreciated by those of us who really love BRILLIANT MUSIC!
MrsBlue Sky : DAMN RIGHT!!!!
Jeff Lynne is a multi instrumentalist and genius. Saw them last summer in a packed show in Sunrise Florida. They had a phenomenal light show. Saw them in 1978 in North Carolina when they were an all male band. That’s when they had the spaceship coming out of the ceiling it was really cool. His music is literally out of this world.
Jeff is not only all of things you mentioned, but he has a gentle spirit and a wistful desire for people to be kinder and more reasonable that is not as hippy-dippy as George's or as futilely gnostic as Lennon's. Jeff's Love of kinder gentler world is not preachy, and i am guessing since he does not seem to aspire to being a rock and roll famous guy, less hypocritical than most any other rocker i can think of too.
A Jeff lynne clone, only a out 1 dozen left 2 right on the B & O.
A monster, Jeff lynne. No doubt, just twist & shout dip shit,
Jeff Lynn is really an amazing artist he never puts out anything that isn't a masterpiece. I've loved his music and songs since the mid to late 70s.
His production over the decades is just mesmerising. I've been an ELO fan since I was 7yrs old and all through his career he has been nothing less than the most stellar 'rock' star. Even at 70yrs old, he's still got it...
It's awesome to watch a fellow music lover enjoy music..the smile on your face says it all..
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Came for the smile, stayed for the smarts.
I came for the ice cream with a cherry on top. I like Fil he always puts a cherry on top
Fil's enthusiasm for the music always impresses me. Jeff Lynne's ELO was a great choice. How about some Springsteen?
Jeff's music feeds my soul. He's seen me through good times and very bad times since 1971. He's perfect...love him xx
Jeff Lynn may be the most under-recognized musician of our time....
Agree.
He may not have that superstar status with everyone. But the ones who go to his concerts love and appreciate his music and him, and that is more worth than being a pop-hero.
One thing I have to add to Fils thoughts: When we talk about consistancy, in my opinion Mr. Tandy has also a big part to play here. He is the grey eminence in the second row.
But notice all the great names in rock and roll always mention Jeff as an icon for them? Yeah... That's good ratings.
I have to agree..one of my favs!!!
Recognized amongst his peers. Traveling Wilburies weren’t posting ads for help.
People forget Jeff produced Roy Orbison’s last album as well as Del Shannon’s last album....both albums were terrific.
Jeff huge talent on & off the stage..in many ways and highly influential.
It is still beyond me how this guy is not SIR Jeff Lynne, what he has done for the British music business over several decades is quite frankly astounding, right up there with the likes of Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger (I would argue even beyond them).
He is one of the very best and yet most under valued and under rated musicians this country has ever produced. The word genius is thrown around like confetti these days, but with Jeff Lynne, the word does not do him justice, when he's gone, we shall never hear nor see the likes of again. He' is the Beethoven of our times.
Contemporary Classical Music. Every note. No one else has done it on this level for centuries. Growing up, teens through raising my own, his music was everywhere. Took it for granted like air and gravity. Now I'm really paying attention. In his 70s now, and still delivering exactly what we expected. Greatest Show on Earth.
I am yet to now who does not like ELO, they are a exceptionally talented with fantastic music.
Jeff Lynne is about the only artist of his age that I can think of that still has 100% of his vocal ability intact. Time has not damaged his voice at all.
How true that statement about maintaining the quality of one's voice with age! Going into one's mid-seventies with that blessing is such a rarity! I believe Jeff and Barry Gibb were born in '47 and '46 respectively. Although I haven't truly heard Barry doing any singing for a few years perhaps, it's also been astounding to me how Barry, unlike so many others, had continued to sustain the qualities of his voice with all the "freaky crazy screaming" (my words although otherwise known as reverse falsetto) that seems to bring so much joy both to Barry and all his fans throughout the decades at least from 1975 when those capabilities were discovered quite rather by accident.
Can I not include some BeeGees with me to that desert island as well? Plus of course the podcasts and lectures, the chef, all of one's best friends with all of their most happy and compatible dogs but of course, and then my microwaveable hotpacks, the Starbuck's Frappuccinos and, oh never mind, I think I'll just stay home!
I'm watching the live concert in Hyde Park right now on our Public Television station!! Its spectacular. He not only sounds exactly the same as 40 years ago, he looks great, the orchestra is awesome and the music is as fresh as it was 40 years ago. The whole concert is a total home run!! If an ELO tour comes to NY, I'll absolutely have to be there. Wow!!!
Before ELO had a concert run here in LA, there were many showings of that Hyde Park concert on Axs TV. I never got tired of watching it! Such a great stage show, too, just flashy enough, not overwhelming.
Take my word for it. You simply HAVE to see this show. Saw it in Belfast last year. Utterly superb.
Two nights at MSG last year. This year, Newark on July 16 is as close to NYC as he’s coming.
I love ELO's sound. I haven't heard a bad song from them ever.
....other than The Battle of Marston Moor 😊
Whenever I’m down and having a bad day, listening to some ELO ( ex., Mr Blue Sky) makes the world seem right again - I smile.
Incredibly genius!!! Been a fan since 1976 - too bad I missed a few years!! I didn't know how to explain the depth of his incredible talent like this man does but I knew it was prodigious. If I could take one thing with me on a desert island, it certainly would be Jeff's music!!
Absolutely spot-on. As ever, Fil's analysis here is a joy to listen to even though as a similar type of Jeff fan as the first commenter, yes, it was actually difficult not to have missed a few of Jeff's years. Even though I truly really already knew most of these facts regarding Jeff's prodigious bodies of talents, how encouraging to hear it all reiterated back from yet another master, Fil himself. Bravo yet again. You folks are all a true joy in my life as I struggle through my golden years nearly the same age as Jeff though not blessed with his also apparently consistent great health. Congrats, blessings and so many thanks to all seniors who can maintain those abilities to continue with all their talents throughout the course of their lives as folks like Jeff have been able to do!
HAHAHA!! I just noticed I was replying to myself there!! Oh well, at least we were all agreeing with each other!!
No wonder we seemed like soulmates!
Celebrate Legends while they are still alive. The great Jeff Lynne (ELO) has a new album out as of November of 2019. Please, Jeff Lynne's ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA Tour in 2022! From 1972 to 1986 Jeff Lynne's Electric Light Orchestra has had more top 40 hits than any other group in the world. 50 years later they still play in sold-out Arenas and Stadiums. I just saw them last Summer of 2019 on the US and Canada Tour...( Best Concert of my life) All the reviews agreed they are the best live act in the world and Jeff Lynne is a Music Genius. They are in the Rock Hall of Fame. Lynne is on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame and Birmingham Walk OF Fame. Jeff Lynne’s ELO won the Best Classic Rock Band plus Lynne won the best Song Writer award ( ASCAP ) 2019 for his fantastic contribution over the years. The Legends in the Music Industry call Jeff Lynne the best overall Musician ever and a Producer Extraordinaire. Long live Jeff Lynne’s ELO! P.S. Jeff Lynne Produced the Beatles, Tom Petty, Roy Oberson, Brian Wilson, Bryan Adams and so many other Legends...What an incredible talent!
I saw them in Toronto in 2019 - absolutely incredible performance. Dhani Harrison was touring with them and joined them on stage for Handle With Care. Your comments are spot on.
@@annefowlie1241 Wow small world, i was there as well in 2018 and 2019 at Scotiabank Arena. Let's hope for 2022!
Love ELO / Jeff Lynne. Brilliant. Mr Blue Sky is my official happy song. Armchair Theatre was great. It all was. Thank you Fil!
i was hesitant to click because ELO were one of my favorite bands, back in the mid 70's, and this is many, many years later. and yet, Jeff still sounds great, not just great for a man in his mid sixties, but just plain great. Jeff Lynne is amazing. great breakdown Fil!
ELO, great choice Fil. An awesome band.
Very intelligent comments from a musician appreciating the greatness of Jeff Lynne...Awesome!
I was a teenager when "Out of the Blue" came out, but I was hooked on ELO before that. I would have loved to see them during that tour, but the stars never aligned so never got to see ELO.
In 2018 I FINALLY got to see Jeff perform in Oakland, California which was the opening city for that tour. All those years passed, but Jeff didn't disappoint at all. I'm hoping he'll do another USA tour so I can see him again. The man is absolutely amazing what he has done 🙂
You said it all Fil..the man is so huge a talent it's incredible...a classic songwriter (among so many other things) up there with all the greats...he was also the last man to produce the Beatles back in the 1990's....thanks for this...a true joy...Paul
Jeff Lynne is the most talented guy on the planet! Loved ELO the first time I heard them way back! He makes it look so easy. And, yes, he just doesn't age. Thanks, Fil! Love your enthusiasm!
GENIUS
Best Classic Rock Band live in the world today...Go see them on Tour possibly in 2021...Best sound, best vocals and best visuals you will ever see. Long live Jeff Lynne's ELO! Wings of Pegasus very well done mate!
One of my favorite musicians! Love. Jeff Lynne
He’s an excellent producer as well. Very gifted man.
From 1972 to 1986 ELO had more top 40 songs than any group in the world.
I remember when their lighting rig looked like a huge flying saucer that lifted up off the stage to reveal the band at the beginning of the show. Very innovative!
God! I wore this album out and had to replace it so many times. Jeff was a genius! Its no wonder he was a part of the most iconic super-band of the Travelling Wilburys
My very 1st concert, September 1st 1978 Tarrant County Convention Center Ft. Worth Texas. ELO on the Out of the Blue tour . Giant white "hamburger" UFO spaceship onstage, Trickster opened. After that, the lights go down.....the top "bun" of the spaceship lifts up......smoke pours out....green lasers stabbing through the air all over the place........smoke clears a little...and inside of that thing: Jeff, Bev, Kelly, Mik, Richard, Hugh, Melvyn ... violin, cellos, and lasers! The music starts with violin and cellos climbing up to crescendo.....then that thunderous Bm 1st chord of "Showdown"...... *WOW*
Thanks, great memories!
Jeff definitely has a unique voice and style. I've had the privilege of seeing ELO a few times, they gave a wonderful performance. Thanks for all of the breakdown and information, this was a great video and analysis.
Great analysis as always Fil, glad to hear you mention The Move, and of course Roy Wood.
ELO Great group. He seemed like a cool dude and he was also in the Traveling Wilburys. My favorite song was "Don't bring be down"
Telephone Line, Do Ya, Turn to Stone....
Alanna Mr. Blue Sky, too!
@@jennycraigadventures3314 I love that song!
@spunkfish yer killin me!😊😄😁😘
Do Ya ?
IMO, Jeff Lynn should receive a Nobel for music. The man is so creative and talented. The results from his talent are earthshaking. A true legend.
My favorite band through High School, and I'm going way back to the beginning.
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So glad you covered this Fil! Jeff Lynn's E.L.O. is so magnificent! The U.K. is so lucky to see him everywhere!
Fil, I absolutely, cringe and become nauseated when people say E.L.O. sounds like the beatles! (My rant & yep, I never have thought that the beatles' music was all that special). No comparison, whatsoever, & E.L.O.'s music cannot be filed into some inapplicable category, void of appreciation for every instrument, production, writing, composing & performance, that was injected into every hit!
All were such broad ranged pieces, made up of multi composed genres & styles of music, that came together perfectly & stood on their own excellence. IDK how to describe it but I do know it isn't similar to anything else, especially the beatles!
Anyhoot, you should have fro'd your hair a bit, slipped on your shades, grabbed your guitar and played & sang with this legendary master of 'cool'!🔥🔥🔥
What a gig! Only saw it on telly, but wow! Awesome! What a legend that guy is! All the stuff he’s done. Just great! The guy can do, and does, everything!
Thanks Fil, you remembered!!! I've been waiting for someone to react to Jeff Lynne for a long time! I just love his voice. It's amazing that he is 71 years old and is still touring this year! It was also great to see Richard Tandy on the piano and keyboards. ELO owed a lot of it's great sound to him as well!
In the same vein of an amazingly produced album, I'd love to hear you analyze the first Boston album. It's a great story.
I bought this when it was released all those years ago lol. Jeff Lynne just never seems to age..
These artists he has worked with...all, just happen, to be legendary. Birds of a feather...
Jeff is such a humble guy, he once said I am surrounded by some great musicians, the only reason I'm in the band is because it's mine.
ELO is legendary. No words. I’m glad you have them. There is not one song that doesn’t touch me. Beautiful song! Thank you!
With Jeff Lynne as the sole songwriter and producer From 1972 to 1986 (During 14 years), ELO accumulated more combined UK and US Top 40 hits than any other band in the world. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electric_Light_Orchestra_discography
With all the great "Magic" that Jeff Lynn put out this one wasn't one of my fav..but in my magnificent magnifying mind he more than made up for it with some of the greatest songs of all time..awesome breakdown Fil..I am so happy to be a subscriber.!
7 Spanish. Angels Willie and Ray. I'm waiting.....lol
Jeff is incredible .He and Alan Parsons are on their own musical plane .Yes and Jeff can sing the phonebook
Saw them in the late 70’s they were awesome
Hi Fil, accurate analysis. We saw the ELO live years ago (band original lineup). We actually met them and spoke to them after the gig. They are great musicians, friendly and down to earth.
Your Videos are addictive!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Jeff Lynne is AWESOME, the TIME album is a MASTERPIECE........... OMG, such production, playing, singing, orchestration, feel, despair and finally HOPE for ALL OF US, KEEP DREAMING :o)
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You can really hear the Beatles influence on Jeff Lynne and ELO yet they still sounded original.
So many layers!!! So many layers to his sound which I think makes his music almost untouchable. And, bc I grew up in the 60's and 70's, you know, a "Boomer", so we cut our teeth on Rock-n-roll. For me, ELO is like the Beatles just evolved into what his music, Jeff Lynne, is for all of us Boomers. Right? What a blessing Lynne is healthy and still rockin', keeping the finest of that era alive. The "Traveling Wilbury's" are a true gift! Amazing blend of genius!
Jeff Lynn is pure genius. Also produced The Beatles 2 new songs years ago.
Jeff is a vastlt underrated artist/guitarist/singer/producer/songwriter,and is still as good as ever ,should be more widely recognised,thanks for showcasing this legend,its long overdue.
A great analysis of a huge talent. His voice is so unique and just kills me
ELO has always been a magical beautiful band. They've been a favorite of mine, since I first heard them. Jeff is awesome, always has been! His voice! Im so glad I have a Traveling Wilburys cd!! My daughter is a fan too. Great teaching again, Fil. You know what you're talking about. Rock on!
Such an amazing song writer and musician! “out of the blue” and “ three light years” are masterpieces🤘🏻
Jeff is one of a kind!
Jeff Lynne is his own genre.
Just in passing: Roy Wood was/is also terrific, with the Move and then Wizzard.
No move no elo
great choice of songs as usual...ELO and Queen my all time favorite bands as a teen in the 70's what incredible artists they were and are
Thanks for reviewing ELO. Great band (due in large part to Jeff Lynne).
This was great! You’re so right that his voice is unique. He is so well-rounded. So much talent in one man. Did you watch when ELO was finally inducted into the R&R Hall of Fame? The story of how he learned about harmony and chords is really cute. Literally as a child with his Dad at a sewer pipe. Lol! ELO is still one of my favorites. ❤️
ELO has always been addictive music ear candy.
I can't even put onto words my love of ELO!
My mother is 85. We had to move her from California back east to care for her as she gets older. Naturally the luggage had to be greatly reduced. When it came to her vinyls, we had to be strict. But her ELO Blue Sky made the trip! And still going strong. Thanks, Jeff.
Neither can I 😊
Love Jeff's work...very talented
Only 2 Traveling Willburys left, Jeff Lynn and Dylan... Jesus Christ that's sad...
The Traveling Wilburys were meant to travel through life not just remain because we had to have them to.
I know -- who would have thought.. Love Jeff, Like Bob...
Agree, so sad, still cant believe Tom petty is gone..but I’m big fans of them all except Dylan, just never liked his voice. But all legends.
jOSHCOURTS: I agree - never liked Dylan's voice -- he was a decent songwriter, but more a "poet" -- I heard an interview one time where he was asked about how he felt about his own voice on recordings.. and he said: "when I hear myself on tape... it kind of makes me want to .... HIDE" :)
Jim Keltner !
TW drummer dammit
Sir, for some reason I just came across this video on your channel. ELO is the perfect example of what a great musician is capable of. This song in particular is a brilliant mix of what guitar, violins, etc etc CAN sound like. It may help that the composer has a “little bit “ of talent. It’s also nice to see older people enjoy your analysis as much as I do. (I am 68) Please be safe during this crazy period of history. Peace
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This is such a good video with lots of precious info. Love your passion and description of Jeff Lynne's ELO Music. Jeff Lynne is the very best ever!
Now you’re talking! Jeff is an absolute treasure, it’s unbelievable that he hasn’t been awarded any honours as far as I know - he surely deserves a knighthood! You are right about Jeff’s tone - it’s so sexy - and I’m a straight male! I can’t think of any artists still performing after 50 years who are not only still at the top of their game but getting better and better! His current band are brilliant and finally give him the sound he always wanted
"Midnight on the water, I saw the ocean's daughter..." Why can't I get that out of my head? :) Really good analysis of a great band. Cheers, Fil!!
Jeff Lynne is amazing talented beautiful man ❤
The video(s) of Jeff I would suggest are the acoustic/piano duo he does with his long time music partner Richard Tandy. The stripped down performances are pure magic.
Yes, that whole video is amazing. His voice sounds so pure with just Richard on the piano and Jeff on guitar!
Richard Young Thanks for posting this...I went and found it..The Bungalow Palace...great stuff... except for Evil Woman...cause I'm funny about that one song...lol. 👍
Phil I love the way you analyze other artist music you always have such a positive attitude thank you and God Bless you
I love his orchestral sense and how many dimensions it adds to the listenability, if that's a word. Certainly its a feeling.
Yes, so many layers 👍😊
Jeff Lynne is the best overall Musician ever.
Jeff Lynne has such a soothing voice when he sings.
Jeff is not only a musician, but a magician.
I remember seeing ELO San Francisco 1974. I was aware of them but not much knowledge about the music but the electric string sound was so cool to experience. I became more aware of Jeff through Travelin Wilburys.My ears perk up now whenever I hear his name and I pay attention to what he's doing and like it.
Fil, I’m so glad I subscribed to your channel. You’re intelligent with great analytical skills, and just nice to spend time with. The fact that you’re a skilled musician truly validates you.
About Jeff Lynn, I have all the ELO albums on vinyl, back from the days when I purchased a couple albums a week at least. Absolutely love his music, and the way he constructs these layers around thoroughly engaging melodies.
Thanks for this!
Thanks! No problem!
In college when Evil Woman came out. Have loved him since.
Damo Hanson I remember dancing around to that one when I was a kid..one of my favs at time...well...and now...lol
just watched them in a live concert on the BBC RB 1, was great,forgot what a wonderful band they are still sounds as authentic as ever, just a great show
Obviously the man is a genius,E.LO a favourite of mine for sure. Brilliant he is😀🤙
Jeff Lynne's ELO is one of the very, very few bands sounding better live than on their records. They are this good. Please Tour in 2023!
Your smile throughout said it all.
I've loved ELO for years. Wonderful memories!
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OMG!!! I love ELO!!!! Please do more, Fil!
Loved your analysis and your chat about Jeff in general. I have been a Jeff Lynne/ ELO fan all my life and one of the things I love about his music is the variety/unpredictability/progression through each song. 👍
Telephone line still makes the hair on the back of my neck stand up
Absolutely love ELO. Grew up listening to A New World Record, On The Third Day, Out of The Blue, all masterpieces. Can't tell you how many lazy nights I spent listening to them on 8 Track with a cold beer in hand, black light on... knowing I was listening to something special. Had the opportunity to see them live in New Jersey on their Discovery tour back in like '79 or 80.
He is blessed with a voice that it pitch perfect.
Why did I of all people never look for any Jeff Lynne/ELO from you before?! As good here at 66 as he was at 23. Sounded the same in 2017 at Wembley too. Remarkable anyone's vocals hold up like that. Well, musically he's remarkable in every way. He is also a multi-instrumentalist, playing all of them on one track. A lot of people consider him a musical genius and I can't disagree. My earliest memory of hearing ELO was around 1999, about 16. They put headphones on my when I walked in the room and it was Can't Get It Out of My Head. I was blown away and had to hear all of Eldorado. So glad you covered him.
It would be very cool to be able to jam with Jeff and pick his brain and receive some of the knowledge he has learned from all those years in industry. To be in the presence of his genius would be privilege. Always loved the interstellar-spacy-synth, melodic , poppy and classically themed songs (you never forget and still can sing anywhere and anytime) that still sound timeless. The ELO ship has taken my ears on a grand journey, and may it never end. Great analyses, Fil.