ELO +Jeff Lynne rock
by rickzbbfan on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New YorkThey are music perfection. Nothing but excellent musicianship from start to finish
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Jeff Lynne's ELO in Concert
"It's nice to have songs in your catalog that stand the test of time." So says creator Jeff Lynne about one of the most cherished troves in the history of pop music. As the singer, multi-instrumentalist, and producer who masterminded the Electric Light Orchestra (or ELO for short), the Birmingham-bred Lynne created a fabulously futuristic yet eminently engaging series of hit albums and singles that may be just as thrilling to new generations of listeners as they were to the millions who bought them during ELO's original run from 1970 to 1986. Indeed, thanks to these songs' presence on the soundtracks for movies like ‘American Hustle' and ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2,' it feels like ELO's hardly been away.
Yet until the new revival, ELO had been dormant since 1986, Lynne resurrecting the band only briefly for the 2001 album ‘Zoom.' Lynne stayed busy with solo albums and production work for friends like George Harrison and Tom Petty, two legends who'd join him alongside the late Roy Orbison and Bob Dylan in the Traveling Wilburys. Then the release of a new compilation in 2012 — ‘Mr. Blue Sky: The Very Best of Electric Light Orchestra' — spurred Lynne and original ELO member Richard Tandy to perform a benefit concert at London's Apollo. It led to a much grander return for BBC Two's Hyde Park Festival in 2014, with all 50,000 tickets selling out in 15 minutes. "That felt like I was breaking through a barrier," said Lynne of the end of ELO's long hiatus as a live act. The triumphs continued with a medley of "Evil Woman" and "Mr. Blue Sky" at the 2015 Grammy Awards, a historic concert at England's iconic Wembley Stadium in 2016, and ELO's 2017 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
With the help of musical director Mike Stevens and 13 players, Jeff Lynne continues to bring the ELO experience to audiences worldwide in a two-hour show that includes such classics as "Evil Woman," "Strange Magic," and "Livin' Thing." Fans can also enjoy more unexpected pleasures like "Do Ya" by The Move, the ‘60s rockers that first teamed Lynne and his ELO cofounder Roy Wood, and the Traveling Wilburys' "Handle With Care." The new ELO songs Lynne wrote and recorded for ‘Alone in the Universe' (2015) prove that one of pop's most celebrated craftsmen has not lost his Midas touch.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Rating: 4 out of 5 ELO Rocked
by NewJersian on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New YorkDawes - the opening band - was terrific. I had never heard of them, but I will download some music by them now. Jeff Lynne's ELO was a great trip down memory lane. Very enjoyable concert all-around. My only complaint was the bathrooms at the Garden. We got there about 1/2 hour before the opening act & the bathroom was already running out of toilet paper, soap AND paper towels. Bad job on the part of MSG. The sound quality of the concert was perfect, however.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Evedemp
by evedemp on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New YorkAmazing sound! Unbelievable talent! The band kept us singing and dancing the whole time!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Jeff Lynne
by Bruuuccceee on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New YorkJeff Lynne was Amazing I hope he comes back soon. Every song a hit the sound was great and terrific light show.
Rating: 5 out of 5 ELO = THE BEST!!!!
by STTORK on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New YorkSaw ELO in 1973 and 1975 and this was just as good. I guess better in their own way, but better back in the day? Just different but almost exactly the same. TOTALLY AWESOME!!!’ We’d see them again and again if we could.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Sal 13
by Hincha10 on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New YorkExcellent show...It’s was amazing...hopping to see them again...!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 ELO was amazing and so was the light show!
by Robynjoyy on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New YorkI would definitely see them again and recommend this concert to friends.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New York ELO and Dawes were incredible. Love going to MSG! Fantastic show
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New York Great concert love ELO. Jeff L was great MSG is great
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing Concert! ELO was fabulous!!
by Romi823 on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New YorkAlthough we were disappointed to have a show opener [DAWES], the overall concert by Jeff Lynne's ELO was fantastic! The sound and tenor of the music were amazing. Our seats were wonderful and the MSG staff were gracious. Can't wait to go back!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Magical night with ELO!
by robboe on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New YorkI was so excited to see Jeff Lynne and company and they did not disappoint..played everything I wanted to hear and then some (Wilbury’s Handle With Care)! Jeff sounded great and his two backup singers were great! Groos!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Great show by ELO/Jeff Lynne
by Fitzfive77 on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New YorkJeff Lynne was amazing. Great set list. I only wish he could play longer. Hour forty five minutes is too short.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New York One of the best concerts I’ve ever been to. ELO did not disappoint. Jeff Lynne sounds just as good as he did 30 years ago. Played an awesome set list!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Jeff Lynne is a Genius !!!
by JulianoRibas on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New YorkImpressive quality of music ! This was the best show I’ve ever been! And I had a lot and famous! People must have this opportunity at least once in a lifetime...
Rating: 5 out of 5by Jrrrjjj on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New York Lighting was great. My son had a great time. He and friend enjoyed the show.
Rating: 3 out of 5 Listen to the music
by Luthor12 on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New YorkA great note by note recreation. But live performance should be about taking studio recordings and expanding them out.
Rating: 5 out of 5 ELO WAS FANTASTIC
by lovedavid on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New YorkOne of the best concerts I have been to. Between the lights, orchestra, band, vocals, Jeff Lynne, I don’t know what stands out more! One song after another, it was great!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Jeff Lynne's ELO
by lt56 on 8/24/18Madison Square Garden - New YorkAwesome show. fantastic venue, I can see why MSG is considered one of the best arenas. Jeff and the band sounded great, all of these world class musicians come together to deliver a spectacular performance.
Rating: 5 out of 5 ELO
by EastSideStoryArchives on 8/23/18Little Caesars Arena - DetroitVenue, acoustics, light show, the hits, the fun, staff...phenomenal!!! You really have to see Jeff Lynne live to appreciate the genius and creativity of his work and sound. Worth every penny and pothole in Detroit.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Phenomenal concert
by 2Fergs on 8/23/18Little Caesars Arena - DetroitA must see if you get a chance. One of the best concerts we have ever seen!