A Return to Electric Light Orchestra and my giddiness! "Turn To Stone" Vocal ANALYSIS!

When I listened to "Mr. Blue Sky" by Electric Light Orchestra, it instantly went on my "happy playlist". I am so taken back by the upbeat energy and message that ELO presents, I had to get them back on my list again. What am I in for with this one?
Join professional opera singer Elizabeth Zharoff, as she listens to Electric Light Orchestra performing "Turn To Stone" for the first time.
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Elizabeth Zharoff is an international opera singer and voice coach, with 3 degrees in voice, opera, and music production. She's performed in 18 languages throughout major venues in Europe, America, and Asia. Currently based somewhere between Los Angeles and Tucson, Arizona, Elizabeth spends her days researching voice, singing, teaching, writing music, and recording TONS. She also plays Diablo and Dungeons & Dragons.
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[@unrulyjulie4382]

Congratulations Jeff on FINALLY being inducted into The Songwriters Hall of Fame!

[@jeffreyflint6286]

Way overdue

[@rickmartin2168]

Bout time I'd say 😁

[@Shnordy]

Bloody well deserved.

[@tune4you112]

Waaaay overdue! Congrats, Jeff. My goodness, to think most of my favorite songs = you. All those memories! Congrats!!!!

[@darrelldog5]

The award should be named after Jeff Lynn... Lol

[@julianortiz4151]

I never get tired of watching Elizabeth geeking out to well composed and executed music. It’s so vicariously fun. It’s literally just like hearing these songs for the first time all over again. I can never get enough of that. ❤😊

[@michaelrosa5007]

Plus being godanm hot milf

[@kurtvanluven9351]

She counts on that.

[@Geezer-yf8hv]

Same here!! ❤❤❤❤

[@johnvandam106]

I totally agree! She's absolutely delightful, with a joy as sincere & innocent as a child, which, for myself, is precious! 🥰

[@epistte]

Out of the blue was one of the first albums I bought as a kid with paper route money in 1977. Its cute to watch her geek out over this.

[@thefuppits]

Jeff Lynn is a flat out musical genius. Timeless, unique, poppy but not sappy, sets your mood, your ears just say "Ah, thank you. Didn't know we needed that, but so glad we got it!".

[@EmbraceThePing]

What the hell is going on here!? Why has no one recommended ROCKARIA yet???

[@jackstrawful]

There's a phrase I came up with a while back and have been spreading around various reaction channels: Michael Jackson may be the King of Pop, but Jeff Lynne is the Einstein - the greatest genius pop music has ever seen. If you like it, feel free to use it. I feel he's important enough to deserve some evangelists, given how apparently under-appreciated he his (as someone else here has pointed out, only recently inducted into the songwriters hall of fame - on the 5th ballot?!?) Even aside from his amazing and prolific songwriting, great for all the reasons you listed, his production work with ELO and others was astoundingly innovative, foreshadowing many aspects of modern music that are taken for granted.

[@JamesBond-ib9tq]

Lets not forget about the immense contribution from his band mates also.

[@Pentarax]

There's a 2001 live performance of "Turn to Stone" and when Lynne gets to the speed chorus he nails it, the camera zooms right on on his face afterwards, and he's got the *biggest* grin like "yeah I still got it."

[@jmartin4396]

ELO is so overlooked it is criminal. Their music is just so beautiful. That is the best word to describe.

[@chuckhutton5087]

Absolutely! The most overlooked album from ELO is “ Time”. WAY ahead of its “ time”, brilliant concept album of time travel. Sublime. Scorned by many fans due to less strings and more synthesizer.

[@aharonwilliams7195]

“Strange Magic” is my favorite ELO song. There is just something about the production. It’s hauntingly beautiful.

[@noracola5285]

one more vote for Strange Magic! also my favorite :D

[@meepenjaap7999]

Great song. Talk about haunting, This was my fav when I was 12 or 13 "Can't get it out of my Head"

[@chunkybanjo8395]

Strange Magic is a must.

[@HoosierDaddy_]

Yes. Strange Magic for sure!

[@emihatov]

Have to agree. Such a wonderfully textured masterpiece.

[@slk6563]

I always thought of ELO as rock-opera. A rock band with an orchestra as a member. And the harmonies have never been rivaled. They're just masterful.

[@epistte]

Id love to see her reaction and review of Rockaria.

[@captaindunsell8568]

ELO is just that ELO … not just rock … but an amazing entertainment experience … as were many groups of the day … YES, WHO, Led Zeppelin, Eagles, etc..

[@KeithMilner]

I would say 10cc were close.

[@johnpasse3174]

The most beautiful girl that I've ever seen.

[@caroleann_2142]

I've seen them in Concert twice. There isn't one bad song in their Catalog..Not one. They brought the Spaceship with them, hydraulics opened the top & they were inside. 95 ft long !! Out of the Blue tour. 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@motyenoham2949]

I read in a music magazine that if those hydraulics didn't work, the show was pretty much done.

[@TheReaperMan275]

@@motyenoham2949 Ah, the good old 70s! 🤣

[@Cadinho93]

One of those few songs that you just automatically get hooked to when listening for the first time. It lasts forever. Also, Electric Light Orchestra didn't make bad music. Period. Jeff Lynne is a musical genius/madman.

[@lesleyd2448]

Agree! 💯

[@billsmith11]

Most Madmen are Geniuses (not all , sometimes just part Genius and mostly Mad ) , but I agree with You

[@suave-rider]

not one of their best though

[@r.l.strange1897]

My reaction was, eh, nice words, happy song, but immediately wanted to change it haha

[@michaelhartman738]

, absolutely . 🤘🎸🎧😎

[@truefreak]

This album is a masterpiece and you should really give the whole thing a listen in one sitting.

[@themoviedealers]

It's really great but New World Record is my favorite of theirs.

[@stephenclarke4463]

I never have but I think I will. Only heard the radio songs after all these years.

[@leisastalnaker3790]

Yes it is.

[@gelfurth]

Especially the Concerto for a Rainy Day section --- that really needs to be heard as a block at least once.

[@RogerBarraud]

I'll second that.

[@caroleann_2142]

The Entire Album is a MASTERPIECE, I CAN'T PICK ONE😂, ITS A JOURNEY ❤❤❤

[@steelbat54]

I’m smiling because I bought this album when it came out and still have it. Masterpiece.

[@sailorgunsveteran5260]

I always liked "Don't Bring Me Down" from this group. such a great compilation of songs from them.

[@mcwulf25]

My favourite too.

[@demoncleaner80]

I love "Disco-Very" -- it's such a fun album. Face the Music is great too.

[@EricT3769]

So hard to choose. I really like “Don’t Bring Me Down” and “Hold on Tight”. The latter has some singing in French also, and it’s got a quick, upbeat tempo.

[@nim4464]

@@EricT3769 Hold On Tight is from my favorite ELO album

[@azznbad1]

Their greatest song for me is Do Ya. Probably because it rocks a little harder.

[@user-kk1ub1yz2y]

I love listening to you, Elizabeth. I'm a singing teacher and singer in UK. Everything you say, I'm thinking and loving at the same time.

[@dianamerchant1026]

I adore every single song of theirs. They are just absolutely delightful. Jeff’s voice is gorgeous!

[@AndrewGruffudd]

The Concerto for a Rainy Day - 4 songs, an emotional roller-coaster which makes me both cry and laugh and gaze in wonder at the magic of the music. Starts with Standing in the Rain and ends with Mr Blue Sky. This is as beautiful as pop gets.

[@ffjsb]

Yes, and it REALLY needs to be done all together.

[@brianpeck7763]

I was just about to suggest that. On the original vinyl, it was side 3 of the double album.

[@AndrewGruffudd]

@@brianpeck7763 hence Richard Tandy's Vocoder message slipping off the end of the tail of Mr Blue Sky, "please turn to side four".

[@AndrewGruffudd]

@@ffjsb undoubtedly. Listening to Mr Blue Sky on its own is a fabulous experience, but it's just the victorious destination of the adventure. To arrive is often only half the story, and the journey - the other three songs - make you appreciate the destination all the more, like having to earn your fortune or watching a finale having absorbed the backstory.

[@brianpeck7763]

@@AndrewGruffudd I never could make out what that was, but now that you said, I can hear it. 😀

[@rickya3877]

Jeff is a one of a kind musician,songwriter,arranger,and producer...there will never be another like him

[@MrDoneboy]

This is correct. This man rocked my teenage years, with his talent!

[@lordraiden7]

ELO is a band that makes magic with its music. Greetings from Argentina

[@nathankiklu]

Elizabeth's Reactions listening to this are exactly how i've felt listening to E.L.O. for the last 40 years or so,Every track is a total eargasm!!

[@cosmyccowboy]

I saw ELO when this album came out and have said many times of all the concerts I saw in the 70’s this was the best. I seem to remember it was ELO and RUSH… that’s how we rolled in the 70’s with a 8 dollar general admission ticket so you could sit or stand wherever you damn well wanted!

[@ssnerd583]

I think I saw that same tour....

[@ashleetines33]

NO WAY ELO and RUSH? I love that. Must have been an amazing concert!

[@ssnerd583]

​@@ashleetines33 .......dont remember what year that was but RUSH also toured with Blue Oyster Cult as well....and those were awesome concerts.......i would give the rest of my life to go back and live one month of those days, knowing what I know now.....bloody hell but the world has gone to sh|t........oi....ELO and Journey also toured together as well....THOSE were awesome concerts....

[@ashleetines33]

@@ssnerd583 that sounds amazing!!! I totally agree. Music is just not the same anymore that’s for sure.

[@whatwhere2018]

This entire album is absolutely worth the deep dive. I’ve been listening to it for 46 years. Yes, I’m that damned old. 😉

[@andidklein]

She should do the entire album. There's a few artists that deserve a full album deep dive

[@HenryCabotHenhouse3]

I remember getting it as a gift the first year it was out. Never been so impressed with an album other than Jeff Wayne's War of the Worlds. Yeah, another old foagy here. Sgt. Pepper's came real close, though.

[@Allthumbzzz]

Was 12 or 13 when I discovered ELO back in 75 or 76. Had to have all their albums and loved every one of them. Kiuma from on the third day is fantastic!

[@keefp07]

Shh! 🤫😂

[@jhohiii]

First album I purchased with my own money - 4th grade at Ontario. Still have it displayed in my living room and wake up to it every day as my alarm!

[@Youdoneedmyname]

The 70’s was the best era for music PERIOD!

[@kenb1151]

Amen, brother.

[@carmelr5504]

I think my fave ELO song is Twilight, it always makes me feel like I'm going on a space adventure, while Ticket to the Moon still makes me cry. They're all just so amazing! ❤

[@happymadison1978]

Oh wow so good, the unresolved/plagal cadence in the chorus is heartbreaking “away from me” just can’t get enough Jeff Lynne.

[@andrewraphael3800]

Time is a great album and its reputation has only improved over the years.

[@vicmanpergar]

Difficult to choose a song from ELO, but I love specially the Album "Time", man that was amazing

[@soupwizard]

Some fans don't like that album but I LOVE it! My favorite song on the ablum is "Here is the News", with "Yours Truly, 2095" a close second.

[@cooldudicus7668]

I believe that Jeff Lynne described that album as a bad dream that a banker type of guy had. I like that way of looking at it. I also like to think of it as a chance to indulge in the idea of going back in time to find lost love. Then you realize that it will be okay. That is what the song Hold On Tight is about. Overall, Time is one of ELO's best albums. The best version is the full uncut album. That is the version I like best.

[@lmm5892]

Can't Get it Out of My Head is a master piece!

[@OBLONGATA61]

It is.

[@astrogoodvibes6164]

'Sweet Talking Woman' really hits the spot for me and for rich orchestral swells, 'Wild West Hero' is filled to the brim.

[@derekspence337]

Jeff Lynne and ELO are timeless and STILL ahead of time! I Never tire of hearing them....

[@mainorramirez6610]

Jeff Lynne is the musical genius of our generation. It's hard to match his constant creativity. His legacy speaks by itself! I would like you may review much more from ELO please!

[@JEmmertz]

Their producing style always was like pouring fizzy pop straight into the ears and brain. The sounds travel around in the headphones in all possible places and, probably, in some impossible places too.

[@LordEagle]

Good description,,,💥💥💥👍

[@raputathebuta]

Fantastic description!

[@CB-kj6xw]

I found out today that Mack was the engineer for this album. He went on to work with Queen through much of the 80's.

[@Sarigar]

When I first heard this as a kid, I didn't interpret it as a love song. To me, it felt more like the POV of a dog missing their owner every time they left, not knowing if or when they'd return. I still feel that way. 🐶

[@CantankerousDave]

George Carlin did a comedy routine about that. "You ever seen a dog just standing there? He don’t know what he’s waiting for, but if it happens, he’ll be ready. Just a waiting and a waiting, waiting for you to come home. They don’t understand time. A dog doesn’t know the difference between an hour and a half or next week. He thinks you’re going to be gone forever. That’s the only time period dogs really understand, forever."

[@robmcgrath5202]

That's a fantastic and fitting interpretation of the song.

[@kenb1151]

ELO's "wall of sound" would come on the radio during the 70s, you knew exactly who it was, it would make you stop what you're doing and put you in a good mood. Probably the single best thing many groups in the mid/late 70s did that is missing in today's new music. And to your question, "Shine a Little Love" is right there with Turn to Stone.

[@amandagarten9793]

i know im late as heck but I HIGHLY RECOMMEND their song The Diary Of Horace Wimp. the *storytelling* in it agh and the end allllways sends me in a giddy tizzy so much i replay it over and over and over again. ♥❤

[@DOtherWhiteMeat]

Out of the Blue is such an amazing album start to finish. And it was a double album. Jeff was at his creative peak at this time.

[@stephenslade1639]

and Jeff wrote it in 3.5 weeks. Not all about him tho. Kelly Groucut (bass) was responsible for the harmony, Richard Tandy's list of keyboard kit took up a good part of the back cover if I recall reading it aged 15. Bev was a very under-rated drummer who went on to play with Sabbath and when Jeff revived ELO in later years he needed best part of an orchestra to do what Mik and the other two did. All this talent plus Jeff's production which was why he was asked to join Wilbury's.

[@matthewh.9544]

I love ELO. Can't get it out of my head or Ticket to the moon are great songs to review.

[@brandonhathaway7347]

Now that you mentioned it, I have to go listen to Ticket to the Moon again. Love that song. Also, in Can't Get it Out of my Head the lyric "I saw the Oceans Daughter" stays with me

[@happymadison1978]

The yearning of the vocal vs the driving synth and tempo are just breathtaking.

[@tedansley]

I've seen Jeff Lynne's ELO live 3 times now, and new tour starting soon, just about 5 more months and another concert. Live, the crowd goes WILD after that fast vocal section, it's legendary.

[@darwinsaye]

Jeff was largely inspired by the Beatles, so that dissonant sweep at the end was probably inspired by the one in the Beatles A Day In the Life.

[@metamon2704]

I would say that is an understatement, he was literally obsessed with them.

[@siv-annsjostrom347]

But became better

[@robertanderson2355]

You can definitely hear the Beatles influence and inspiration in their music and specifically John Lennon's vocals. Fittingly, John Lennon became a Jeff Lynne fan.

[@christopherwinkler4451]

@@robertanderson2355 John once said ELO is what The Beatles would have become if they had stayed together. He also described Showdown as "a mix of Heard It Through The Grapevine by Marvin Gaye and Lightening Strikes by Lou Christie with a little Walrus underneath" (refering to his own song I Am The Walrus). He nailed it. It's so interesting to listen to people who really love and understand music.

[@msoileau83]

I mean, the man produced and plays guitar on "Free as a Bird..."

[@lesliealdus6879]

Got to do the whole Concerto For A Rainy Day......4 songs which includes Mr Blue Sky......20 minutes of pure class....

[@sifaka-yt7cc]

Elizabeth ~ I really enjoyed watching you react to ELO's 'Turn to Stone"! They are SO multi-dimensional that you HAVE TO listen to them over and over, just to absorb every little morsel of what's flying past you so quickly. Your musical knowledge and assessments are refreshing....I worked in the rock music industry for 30+ years, and ELO has - imo - never really been given all the credit due them. It is exciting to watch someone with musical knowledge discover something that excites them. Jeff Lynne is an incredible musician, with a wide array of people that he has played with, written for or produced.....the Travelling Wilburys - his band with George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison and Tom Petty - being the one that comes to mind after ELO. The deeper you dig, the brighter his 'qualifications' sparkle. He is a consummate perfectionist, and as can be seen, the quality of his productions leave little to be desired NOR required. ELO has played Wembley on several occasions, but perhaps 2017 was the finest of all (imo). There is a DVD of it, and youtube has offered selections from that show individually, but not the complete show. I'll post some of my go-to's for my 'happy music' moods, and hope that you'll see them (and that youtube lets me post them). I wish I could watch you watch these selections for the first time, just to witness your excitement and giddiness, which I know will be inevitable. The stage production is quite elaborate, but the quality of the music & the musicians keeps it from being the main focal point. One of the background singers is Melanie McDonald-Lewis, a woman you may already be familiar with. She adds SO much extra 'dimension' to their sound. And her husband is the lead guitarist (electric) who looks so happy! The lead violinist is Rosie Langley.....a virtuoso with seemingly no limitations, and her sister Amy is one of the lead cellists. I feel like I'm going to spoil all the excitement for you if I keep 'splainin everything, but a wiki search can fill in all the gaps. Enjoy ! Maybe I'll get to see your reactions to these songs. If not, maybe you can reply to my comment here . . . . . Melanie - m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKuyqaakg7aJh7s * Living Thing m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJSXmGqAqMedoqs * Evil Woman m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjGqpyNpb2Sfrc * Turn to Stone m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYnTm3lnptmjqpI * Last Train to London m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/gX2ncmaLjd15Y6c

[@EdmundJohnson]

That version of Evil Woman is my favourite ELO video, amongst many greats

[@nathanwanner..44]

ELO has had such an influence oo the music industry. Even if you didnt listen to them you have heard them somewhere at sometime. Absolutely timeless band!!

[@jonstiner3424]

"Concerto for a Rainy Day" is one of my favorites from this album. Be warned, it's about 19 minutes long, but well worth the listen.

[@waitingforguitar6991]

"Concerto for a Rainy Day" is on this album actually. It is the 4 songs on Side 3. Standing in the Rain, Big Wheels, Summer and Lightning, and Mr. Blue Sky. =)

[@paulweiss3818]

Summer and Lightning is so under appreciated.

[@ericelander9936]

​@@paulweiss3818 agree. It's my favorite song on the entire album.

[@cygnetseven]

A song that can be happy, melancholy, and optimistic at the same time. Glad you found this classic.

[@kaygee2121]

Thank you! My dad passed from cancer in 2020, and ELO was a favorite of his. I'm no stranger to depression but it has been a few rough years, especially since then. Sometime over a year ago, Mr Blue Sky showed up on the YT homepage unexplainably. It was just what I needed at the time. I've been real down lately too, but then this showed up in my queue. I love your energy and love for this band. Through you (and him), I am learning just why he liked this group so much, which gives me more insight in to who he was...and that's priceless to me. 💖

[@Spacedancer747]

The phrase Elizabeth is searching for with the ‘harmonies’ is “call & response”. Lead vocal line, response in harmony. Actually she mentions call & response in the string section.

[@stevespell2766]

This is my all time favorite song. Listening to it for 40+ years and it never gets old.

[@azcoder]

Same here, I discovered this during my early exploration of music around 1982. I love the build up of layers and chord changes.

[@natecorning]

Jeff Lynne is a master of songwriting. Perfectly conveys what he's feeling with the lyrics, but also with his chord choices and arrangements.

[@spritbong5285]

Love your enthusiasm for music Elizabeth. Your facial expressions and giddiness are joy to watch.

[@77rayshawn]

I am captivated by your reaction.... it's awesome because you are natural and engaging. You help listeners appreciate deeper into ELO's already fantastic performance. Ty.

[@ikb-kp9nj]

There has been no band which do what ELO have done. They’re unique and quite brilliant!

[@gerrymcguire7494]

Your observation that there is a sad longing element to this song hits home! I've always thought of this as a snappy fun song. UNTIL I met someone who suffered a profound loss (her husband of many years). She shared that the feeling of being paralyzed by grief while the world rushes by - a whirlwind of activity you can't latch onto. She was longing for his return and kept feeling his presence in empty rooms (chilling to me). Once I listened from that perspective, I can't forget her torment whenever I hear this song.

[@ZepG]

@Gerry McGuire Recently a good friend and coworker of mine lost his wife in a car accident, they just started their family with twin boys less than 2 years old at the time of her tragic death. Immediately upon watching this I was filled with tears thinking of him. When I listened to this song in the late 70's I never payed attention to the lyrics and thought of it as a fun song, those days are over now.

[@rustycrisp3089]

Thanks for helping me in my listening. I am glad to hear things I have been missing thanks to your videos. Love you!

[@NorthernKitty]

The pace and rhythm of this song is like a gallop - like someone up on a horse riding hard from town to town in search of their loved one, yearning for them and can't wait to see them again. The chorus is like slowing down to take a closer look, to search the crowds. Edit: On that note, you asked about our "favorite song" on the album. For me, it's "Wild West Hero"... so downright funky, but it's also about living our dreams, finding happiness and meaning in our life. It's really inspiring and has some very amazing vocals - an amazing mix and range - including an a capella portion.

[@leisastalnaker3790]

The album HAS TO BE listened to end to end. Especially A Concerto for A Rainy Day. A masterpiece of an album. I’ve had it on vinyl, cassette, CD and now downloaded. It’s my go to album. ❤❤❤❤love ❤❤❤❤❤

[@JCHolland]

Jeff Lynn is an absolutely masterful composer.

[@bennyandersen742]

Or should we say genius, absolutely amazing

[@digital-classics]

Genius is a strong word but absolutely the right one to describe Jeff Lynne

[@bennyandersen742]

@@digital-classics yes, I am mostly on the heavy metal side of music, but if I was to "pick" a musician out as an genius, it would be him

[@digital-classics]

@@bennyandersen742 - metal and classical are my jam!! And let me just throw out the name Tony Iommi as a Lynne-level talent for coming up with killer riffs. But Lynne's sense of harmony is baroque-like in its depth in my opinion.

[@bennyandersen742]

@@digital-classics Yes, I agree, still Lynne seems to master the whole musical spectrum. But always difficult to compare these masters of their arts.

[@b.k.ontheair]

The whole album is fantastic! But, listen to concerto for a rainy day all the way through and you’ll never regret it.😃

[@chrispollitt1763]

Your enthusiasm is great on every video you share. Always ready for your insight an ability to hear is tremendous. Thx from your #1 fan.

[@Bassjohn1968]

Just play side 3 my lovely, A concerto for a rainy day, 19 minutes of mind boggling majesty from a musical genius that is Jeff Lynne. It’s lovely how you breakdown each moment of ELO’s music. I still hear different sounds from their music and I’ve listened to them for 40 odd years and a gazillion times over. Can’t wait for the next ELO reaction, remember “a concerto for a rainy day” you won’t be disappointed, peace and love from the UK 🇬🇧

[@rossjohnmclean]

Sweet Talkin’ Woman, Night In The City, Starlight and Wild West Hero are all brilliant tracks too Elizabeth - but listening to the entire double album back to back sounds like a far better idea 😉

[@jelly-baby]

Love Wild West Hero🤠❤

[@venomdust1]

The joy you get from this is so contagious 😄 I honestly over the years would sing along when it was on the radio but looking back it was like just reading lyrics. My love of music that I took for granted has been renewed . Thanks 🤘👍

[@cfox39]

I had a very dark heart earlier. 🖤 but now after seeing 2 Facebook posts, and this angel listening to one of my favorite songs, there is light in my heart again. Thank you for what you do.

[@franklubbock8400]

You’re welcome.

[@dankeliikoa281]

For Elizabeth especially....I can't over-recommend 'Rockaria' by ELO. I mean, it'd be awesome, especially if Elizabeth were to sing along with the aria bits :)

[@colingoode3702]

Oh yes.

[@i_kill_for_zardoz]

Yes! I just made the same suggestion on a prev ELO song she covered. She would really get a kick out of Rockaria!, considering her profession.

[@roypalfrey5694]

At the start of the vocal stave of the sheet music for Rockaria it states in brackets "(Fake-it)". I suppose one could fake it in English, Italian or German.

[@jeffwolinski2659]

Right up her alley! Definitely a must watch for her.

[@Cosmo-Kramer]

Hopefully she sees this suggestion.

[@bryanbates4285]

While it is not as consistently great as New World Record (IMHO), there are so many great tracks on this album. I'm most partial to the five songs that start with Stepping Out, followed by their "Concerto for a Rainy Day" which includes Standing in the Rain, Big Wheels, Summer and Lightning, and Mr. Blue Sky. So emotionally satisfying. Still gives me chills 46 years after first hearing it.

[@andyb7942]

I agree that "A New World Record" is ELO's most consistently great album, and agree on "Concerto for a Rainy Day" as a highlight of "Out of the Blue". For an "upbeat" sounding song from "Out of the Blue," the single "Sweet Talkin' Woman" is a good one, though as with "Turn to Stone" the lyrics are also not that upbeat.

[@MrFox-wn5jt]

100% My suggestion for one more song to cover would be Standing in the Rain, although, to be honest, this album is close to perfection (in my opinion) so she could choose anything and it would be a great choice - however, Standing in the Rain is a perfect contrast to Mr. Blue Sky, seems like a great way to wrap up coverage of the album.

[@jeffreyflint6286]

Same here brother

[@robertfitterman3777]

I generally agree with you, but even the not so great songs on "Out of the Blue" are at least very good.

[@RobC-jp6jn]

I would like to see her reaction to the four song arc of Concerto for a Rainy Day (Standing in the Rain through Mr Blue Sky). I'm interested in how the whole arc would effect her appreciation for Blue Sky (ie, how much more awesome she'll find it . . . ).

[@FirstnameLastname-gl1hh]

I love your reaction to old 70's song's I grew up with, keep up your great musical analysis, thanks!

[@HannuSoronen]

From this album definitely the whole "Concerto for a rainy day" even if you have listened to the biggest hit Mr Blue Sky already. It's a full set of intertwining four songs. Jeff hasn't been the most cheerful composer of upbeat songs (apart from a handful of 50's style rock'n'roll tracks like Do Ya, Beethoven, Don't bring me down) but instead a fantastic writer and singer of sad, melancholic songs of loneliness and longing. I recommend a couple of earlier masterpieces as well if you enjoy the sad parts as well: Eldorado + Finale (1974), Dreaming of 4000 (1973) and 10358 Overture (1971 and the first ever song done by ELO, they still perform this song live!).

[@azcoder]

You might consider ELO's Rockaria! It's about an opera singer discovering rock music. They even brought in a lady to sing the operatic parts.

[@colrhodes377]

Yes, a brilliant song which is certainly worth exploring in detail

[@Perktube1]

I second this! I want Liz to hear ELO and opera. 😉

[@digibirder]

I want to hear Elizabeth do the part!

[@colrhodes377]

@@digibirder I'll second that

[@KenRoerden]

Definitely Rockaria! from A New World Record and Eldorado Overture/Can't Get It Out Of My Head from Eldorado. The Eldorado album is a concept album that should be listened to in its entirety.

[@RobNC-OG]

I remember hearing ELO the first time on vinyl back in the 70's. My mom had a wide array of music and I always liked the sound of their music. As I've gotten older I appreciate people like Jeff Lynn a whole lot more. Such bands as this are examples of true musical creation and dedication to music itself. I love watching you react to music, and feel it. Thank you for being who you are. You are a true gift to people that enjoy music.

[@andywarren2950]

“Jungle” is jam packed with vocal twists and turns. A track full of surprises and sheer unadulterated FUN. Also, check out Jeff’s outstanding contributions in the Travelling Wilburys - a band of stellar talent.

[@Polyphemus47]

I'd love to see Elizabeth's reaction to "You're Not Alone Anymore" - Orbison, produced by Lynne! Magic!

[@Pentarax]

@@Polyphemus47 I wanna see a reaction to "Handle With Care" just to see her put together who's in the band as it goes along.

[@xlerb_again_to_music7908]

Strongly recommend "Concerto for a Rainy Day", which is a run of four songs on this album. The ending is wonderfully bitter-sweet beautiful, but you need the lead-up - so the whole thing is a must. Songs are: "Standin' in the Rain", "Big Wheels", "Summer and Lightning" and finally "Mr. Blue Sky".

[@gozamite]

SHe did already Mr. Blue Sky

[@willem-janageling3907]

Still this is worth it. Totally.

[@tommyo5150]

This is my favorite ELO song since i was 9 thank you so much you're awesome

[@chadryan7272]

Rock and Roll is King is a great song. Shows a different side of them drawling from that 50’s sound yet incorporating their own element. It’s a fun and upbeat song.

[@simonfoster6601]

I love your reviews and your appreciation of these classic ELO songs. As a lifelong ELO fan, it is very enjoyable to see how you pick out all the separate bits. Please do more out of the blue tracks as in my opinion this is the best album ever made 😊👍❤️

[@22Phantasm]

1977. The production values created by Jeff Lynne and the work put into this entire album are to be marvelled. From outer sleeve to inner wonderment it's a work of art.

[@jaredschroeder]

i read 'wonderment' as 'monument'. I think that works too

[@22Phantasm]

@@jaredschroeder Maybe it does. Initially when you listen to Out Of The Blue it's all amazing and new, but when you are still listening to the album decades later and you are waiting in anticipation for your favourite bits, or something like that, then the album does have a familiar magnificence to it. I can agree with you, Jared.

[@bluedogg769]

Mr Blue sky was scientifically proven to be the most uplifting pop song ever. I was so happy to see you doing this song. ELO discovery was my first rock album. I was just starting to play the sax, and their layered harmonies grabbed me. It's like dinosauric Depeche Mode. In my opinion "The Diary of Horace Whimp" is their most underrated song. Give it a listen.

[@1erkyrob2]

Thank you Elizabeth for this episode. Enjoy the rest of this fantastic album.

[@michaelcooper1079]

It’s so cool to see the music that I enjoyed as a teenager getting the appreciation that it deserves. ELO is pure musical genius.

[@scottwensing7184]

Concerto For A Rainy Day - all 4 songs - absolute masterpiece!

[@EricAnderson-AKA-Norwedsh]

Wild West Hero is one of my favorites from that albumn. Summer and Lightning is also a contender.

[@davidsmith6976]

Agreed,Wild west hero ,is a great song ,love the section when the guitar and piano comes in!

[@EricAnderson-AKA-Norwedsh]

@@davidsmith6976 I was a little surprised to find a video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKjWdYhmZdWkfNU

[@meot.meo.1097]

One of my favorites band. These guys are so freaking fantastic and magical. ❤️ I still remember the first time i list "Xanadú" by those legends and Olivia Newton-John... I never enjoyed some better fit between two artists. They was awesome together, so skillful, so sweet, elegant and magnificent. ❤️

[@doylepeterjohn2]

Just discovered this channel and you really get me excited about the music you are listening too it’s your happy personality really makes me happy

[@metalmark1214]

With ELO's mix of rock and violin, it will do everything but Turn Elizabeth to Stone.

[@MegaLaban12345]

Delete this.

[@ZSAZSS09]

Heavens forbid that would happen! We need her!😂

[@heman5954]

This comment made me think of something lude and possibly toxic that makes me laugh. I'll spare you for this reason but I think I can give the punchline. Hard as stones that could cut glass. Please forgive my humor. I'm a construction worker and it's a part of the culture and a requirement for the job. Lol.

[@Fastnbulbous1969]

"Sweet Talkin' Woman" was another single, but I really liked the interplay and cadence of Jeff's vocals with the multitracked chorus (which I think is also him) on "Sweet is the Night." The whole Concerto for a Rainy Day side is tip-top (they kicked off the sets of their last tours with "Standin' in the Rain"), but my sentimental childhood favorite is "Jungle." So fun, and a lovely sentiment -- "Wonderous is our great blue ship that sails around the mighty sun and joy to everyone that rides along."

[@jessemorris8820]

I just mentioned "Jungle" in my comment! Thank you!

[@andrewfrick5312]

yeah, Jungle!

[@RogerBarraud]

Yes, I am pretty sure that all the vocals are Jeff multitracked. There's a good video doc on YT somewhere showing him recording stuff at home. Simply amazing. I believe he remade a lot of the early works because he was dissatisfied with the original production. Sounded pretty much perfect to me the first time around 🙂

[@phen277]

@@RogerBarraud Kelly Groucutt was also on backing vocals. Listen to anything released before Face the Music and you won't find him anywhere because he hadn't yet replaced Mike du Albuquerque on bass. Groucutt's voice is, in my mind, essential to ELO's iconic sound.

[@danacasey8543]

I was mesmerized when I saw ELO in concert in the mid 70s. I couldn't decide which instrument to focus on! Strings, guitar, bass, drums, vocals. All so wonderful!

[@christopherdavies7213]

It is really lovely how excited and moved you get by this music: exactly my reaction!

[@jameswarner5809]

One Summer Dream is a beautiful, evocative ELO track with a lovely melodic vocal line and some great choral work at the end.

[@JeffOfTheMountains]

Mrs. Zharoff is going to have a BALL with this song, and I have a feeling this will be a regular for her playlist after this.

[@moanyamech]

You never fail to make me smile and you brighten my day watching and hearing your reaction. Thank you

[@e10hotrods]

I have never got tired of listening to ELO. The amount of effort Jeff put into each song to reach perfection leaves the listener longing for more or for it to never end. Can’t Get enough ELO Old and New !

[@shawnspencer8766]

"Can't get it out of my head" is one of my top favorites from ELO. Great stuff

[@nigelbaker5043]

Check out the Mary Fahl version

[@klb1808]

Wild West Hero is my absolute favourite track from this album but it is a work of art as a whole piece. I don’t know how you resisted so long! 😂

[@chrisbowser2495]

i love watching you smile...and i love watching you get happy about music.

[@erwinp5204]

I always enjoy your view on music. It often enough brings me to listen to some songs/bands again and re-explore stuff I heard back in the days when those songs have been played on the radio, in clubs, bars and so on. So it is with ELO - didn't listen to them for 20 years until I saw your enthusiastic review of "Mr. Blue Sky". Thanks :)

[@Shnordy]

Jeff Lynne is a master of his craft. I am grateful to have had his music to get me through my teenage years.

[@patrickvillafuerte7943]

"The Showdown" is my absolute favorite. It's off a different album if you decide to check it out. I love ELO, they don't miss.

[@Man-vs-Metal]

Always makes me think of the movie Kingpin.

[@cotadog4472]

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[@antaog5961]

Grew up listening to ELO and have never stopped... Listening to, not growing up Obviously...superb talent in Jeff Lynne ,your reaction Respectful and delightful How many bands can you sing along to and instantly know the words whilst recalling happy memories over the years ,? Not many! ELO are one, cheers

[@kreemkrackered3755]

I love watching how excited you get listening to music - you are adorable!

[@robertfitterman3777]

I know how much you loved Mr. Blue Sky. It is the finale song on the "Concerto for a Rainy Day" suite on "Out of the Blue. Would love to see you react to the entire suite; that and I am sure many other fans would as well!

[@unrulyjulie4382]

I totally agree! PLEASE REACT TO THE ENTIRE "CONCERTO FOR A RAINY DAY!"

[@andrewhawkins6754]

Such a great piece of music.

[@tomdiodati5028]

It is comprised of all four songs on the third side of “Out of the Blue” the last being Mr. Blue Sky. It was inspired by the terrible weather Jeff encountered in the Alps when he sat down to write the songs for the album. When the sun finally appeared it inspired Mr. Blue Sky.

[@robertfitterman3777]

@@tomdiodati5028 I hope you are telling Elizabeth that, not me. I already knew. Lol. Was too lazy to list all of the songs.

[@ClassicReunion]

I’m glad to see you appreciate all the nuances of what ELO has to offer. I’d strongly recommend you checking out their song “Rockaria”. It is 100% up your alley. Thanks for reinvigorating my love of many songs I haven’t heard in ages!!

[@ericgeorge5483]

Absolutely love your enthusiasm for great songs, just like this one! Love ELO and love your analysis. Great stuff, subscribed!

[@markwise9138]

Jeff Lynne is a fan of the concept album. Meaning that the album as a whole builds on a theme and tells a story. Several of his albums do this with Secret Messages being about a man transported to the future. Eldorado is an album based on legends and fantasy around a dream of the City of Eldorado. It goes on. Also many songs transition from one song to the next so they connect together really well.

[@Cosmo-Kramer]

It's the concept album, Time, not Secret Messages, that is about a man being transported to the future.

[@arbuthnotblob2090]

Well, in order to facilitate you listening to the rest of this great album as fast as possible, if you want one more ‘Out of the Blue’ song recommendation, I’d go with Jungle! It’s another very upbeat number, and my personal absolute favourite ELO song ever. I’m biased though - I can remember bouncing around the kitchen to it when I was very small as my Dad was doing the dishes 😂 For ELO’s wider catalogue, I’ll throw out some potential curveballs - ‘Eldorado’ has possibly the most dramatic vocal performance Jeff Lynne has ever done, I’ve seen people recommend ‘Rockaria’ and I can second that - it’s a fun and unique track that could technically be called a rock opera and anything off Time would be a treat but I’d put in for ‘The Bouncer’, a bonus track that finishes with some bombast and swing! But irregardless of what you choose, ELO reactions are always a treat and with Out of the Blue you can’t go wrong, a double-album of golden tracks - thanks for the analysis of its stunning opener and I can’t wait for the next one!