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Jeff Lynne

Date of birth: 1947-12-30

Place of birth: Birmingham, England, UK

Known for: Acting

Also known as: ELO, Electric Light Orchestra, Jeff Lynne's ELO, Move, Traveling Wilburys, Otis Wilbury, Clayton Wilbury

Jeff Lynne

Biography

Jeffrey Lynne OBE (born 30 December 1947) is an English musician, singer-songwriter, and record producer. He is best known as the co-founder of the rock band Electric Light Orchestra (ELO), which was formed in 1970. As a songwriter, he has contributed a number of hits to the repertoire of ELO, including "Evil Woman", "Livin' Thing", "Telephone Line", "Mr. Blue Sky", "Don't Bring Me Down", and "Hold On Tight".

Movie Credits

Roy Orbison at the BBC
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Roy Orbison at the BBC

2023-02-04

A deep-dive into the BBC’s archives to celebrate the great Roy Orbison – full-time rock 'n’ roll leg

Electric Light Orchestra - Zoom Tour Live
3.5

Electric Light Orchestra - Zoom Tour Live

2001-11-13

Since the early 1970's, England's Electric Light Orchestra has combined intricate, full orchestratio

Concert for George
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Concert for George

2003-10-03

As a memorial to George Harrison on the first anniversary of his passing, The Concert for George was

The True History Of The Traveling Wilburys
3.5

The True History Of The Traveling Wilburys

2007-06-12

Spring, 1988: George Harrison asks Jeff Lynne, Roy Orbison, and Tom Petty to spend a day in the stud

Electric Light Orchestra: Out of the Blue - Live at Wembley
3.5

Electric Light Orchestra: Out of the Blue - Live at Wembley

1978-01-01

In the 1970s, England's Electric Light Orchestra (aka ELO) was renowned for both its lushly textured

Electric Light Orchestra - Live the Early Years
3.6

Electric Light Orchestra - Live the Early Years

2010-08-09

2010 is the 40th Anniversary of the Electric Light Orchestra. ELO was formed in 1970 by Jeff Lynne a

Mr. Blue Sky: The Story of Jeff Lynne & ELO
3.7

Mr. Blue Sky: The Story of Jeff Lynne & ELO

2012-10-05

Documentary which gets to the heart of who Jeff Lynne is and how he has had such a tremendous musica

Now and Then - The Last Beatles Song
3.8

Now and Then - The Last Beatles Song

2023-12-13

The story of The Beatles' last song featuring exclusive footage and commentary.

Jeff Lynne's ELO - Live at VetsAid 2023
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Jeff Lynne's ELO - Live at VetsAid 2023

2023-11-12

Jeff Lynne's ELO perform at VetsAid 2023 for their first performance in 4 years.

Roy Orbison: Mystery Girl - Unraveled
3.3

Roy Orbison: Mystery Girl - Unraveled

2014-05-19

The discography of Roy Orbison (1936-1988) - which yielded some of the most heartfelt, passionate cl

Electric Light Orchestra - Acces All Areas Live In Australia Part 2
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Electric Light Orchestra - Acces All Areas Live In Australia Part 2

2000-12-31

This new release captures the band over two sold-out nights at Sydney’s prestigious 10,000-seater En

Jeff Lynne's ELO at Hyde Park
3.5

Jeff Lynne's ELO at Hyde Park

2014-10-17

On a sunny day in September 2014, Jeff Lynne, head honcho of 70s hit-making band ELO, took to the st

Jeff Lynne Acoustic: Live from Bungalow Palace
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Jeff Lynne Acoustic: Live from Bungalow Palace

2013-01-01

An intimate half-hour of singer-songwriter Jeff Lynne and long-time collaborator Richard Tandy on p

Jeff Lynne's ELO - Radio 2 In Concert
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Jeff Lynne's ELO - Radio 2 In Concert

2019-11-07

Hosted by Jo Whiley, Jeff Lynne's ELO continues Radio 2's In Concert 2019 season. Here's your chance

Electric Light Orchestra - Discovery
3.7

Electric Light Orchestra - Discovery

1979-11-23

Discovery is a music video album by the Electric Light Orchestra. Recorded in 1979 shortly after th

Electric Light Orchestra - ELO - Total Rock Review
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Electric Light Orchestra - ELO - Total Rock Review

2006-08-28

Critical review of the music of the Electric Light Orchestra during the Roy Wood era. Features highl

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers: Runnin' Down a Dream
3.8

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers: Runnin' Down a Dream

2007-10-14

Directed by Peter Bogdanovich and packed with rare concert footage and home movies, this documentary

Electric Light Orchestra Live At BBC Radio Theatre
3.5

Electric Light Orchestra Live At BBC Radio Theatre

2015-11-12

On Thursday 12 November, Radio 2 welcomed Jeff Lynne’s ELO to the BBC Radio Theatre. Setlist: "Turn

Jeff Lynne's ELO: Wembley or Bust
4.2

Jeff Lynne's ELO: Wembley or Bust

2017-11-17

A thrilling concert film that documents Jeff Lynne’s ELO playing their triumphant concert for a mass

The Terry Kath Experience
3.5

The Terry Kath Experience

2016-09-13

One of the original members of the band Chicago, Terry Kath has been praised by icons like Jimi Hend

Paul McCartney: In the World Tonight
4.5

Paul McCartney: In the World Tonight

1997-05-02

Documenting the recording process for Paul's 1997 album Flaming Pie, In The World Tonight is a fasci

The Night That Changed America: A Grammy Salute to the Beatles
3.5

The Night That Changed America: A Grammy Salute to the Beatles

2014-02-09

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Beatles' first appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, thi

Roy Orbison: One of the Lonely Ones
4.3

Roy Orbison: One of the Lonely Ones

2015-12-29

Using previously unseen performances, a biography of rock balladeer Roy Orbison told through his own

Curves Contours & Body Horns
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Curves Contours & Body Horns

1993-12-12

Now recognized as one of the best electric guitars ever designed, Leo Fender's Stratocaster is a vit

In Dreams: The Roy Orbison Story
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In Dreams: The Roy Orbison Story

1999-10-07

Roy Orbison - In Dreams is the ultimate exclusive music documentary of the life of Roy Orbison. It p

Electric Light Orchestra - Rockpalast 1974
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Electric Light Orchestra - Rockpalast 1974

2017-09-04

1. Day Breaker 2. Band Interview 3. Show Down 4. Day Tripper 5. Orange Special Blossom 6. Ma Ma

Jeff Lynne's ELO at the BBC
4.5

Jeff Lynne's ELO at the BBC

2025-07-05

Hold on tight for a trip through the BBC’s music archives, exploring the sometimes weird but always