Jeff Lynne － Acoustic

[@speacialops619]

RIP Richard Tandy part of music history

[@normplatt7549]

OUTSTANDING BURMINGHAM BLUES FOREVER!

[@raincells]

Jeff's voice is great and his falsetto is amazing. And yes . . . Richard Tandy is one of the best!

[@natbat78]

This acoustic version of Telephone Line send shivers down my spine every time I hear it. I know that's a cliché, but no other song has ever done that to me before, not even any ELO songs - this version is something else. I've been to Bungalow Palace in LA, well, outside it anyway and was very fortunate to have met Jeff in person in our hometown of Birmingham last year. Such a nice guy, completely humble, despite his amazing talent.

[@groos188]

WHAT YOU MET HIM?

[@oppothumbs1]

You are so right about the acoustic version of Telephone - who knew it could be so powerful? Strange Music is my favorite songs along with the Overturn *forget the number"

[@Michael-mm3fm]

I remember when Telephone Line came out. I was totally in love with it. Like, one song a year is that amazing.

[@natbat78]

@@groos188 Yes, I’ve met Jeff twice

[@groos188]

@@natbat78 man that’s awesome. good for you

[@waynemillward2807]

Jeff lynne is a musical genius, record producer, singer song writer an all round good egg. His talents have been rewarded with an m b e for his services too music. Many congratulations jeff lynne it's richly diserved well done, long may it continue!! An acoustic album with Richard tandy is a great idea hope it's gets done. Status quo aquostic did very well so why not this!!

[@laincorepilled]

Beautiful just beautiful... This is great music.

[@donnareeve137]

I am only ten and I know most of elo's songs

[@Dina6279]

Good girl! You are growing up with excellent taste.

[@ben_that_is_fresh6696]

Loui Steven the best fetus

[@tomdiodati5028]

@Loui Steven Don’t forget them when you come out, and the turntable too!

[@movietalk4183]

R.I.P Richard Tandy (1948 - 2024) You were an exceptional and essential part of forming ELO's melodic sound and I'm forever grateful

[@nathanmuir3470]

0:50 Evil Woman 4:10 Showdown 6:16 Save Me Now 8:23 Telephone Line 12:48 Can't Get It Out Of My Head 17:03 Steppin' Out 21:55 Strange Magic

[@b.t.s.agnomen1044]

Dude!

[@sharonchevalier922]

Nathan Muir q

[@kennethcarson9619]

Thanks!

[@keckgordon9857]

Love it when people do this! Cheers! 😄

[@penfold7800]

Hmm. I was hoping for xanadu

[@jefflevoir6127]

Probably the GREATEST all around musical talent there has ever been !!👍

[@kevinmorrill5656]

Even with just Jeff and Richard playing, I can still hear the full orchestra.

[@segifford1]

What a supreme joy it is to hear and watch Lynne and Tandy perform together. And Jeff's voice is blissful!

[@alonsovalencia3362]

Jeff Lynne is an absolut genious, but can someone give it up for Richard Tandy on piano, tremendous job.

[@Andyvg99]

Amen!

[@roadrunner7218]

I listened to his opening of Evil Woman more than once here before I let the song go on..

[@andrewfarrell5256]

Twelve fingers tandy.... out fuckin standing...... Grate stuff......

[@ralfir1643]

exactly! he is!

[@roadrunner7218]

Evil Woman is so beautiful here but after a couple listens I just HAD to hear the drums come in on top of the piano at the onset. If you did as well here you go. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKndYneri8aFqJo

[@patriciajarrett5204]

The acoustic version with Richard Tandy is amazing, Jeff's voice just keep getting smoother and smoother as he gets older. Such a joy to listen to.

[@MSTL144]

Lynne. The only guy who has a voice that sounds double tracked naturally. Amazing!

[@pamelasanders6776]

Jeff Lynne , he has such a pure voice. Been a fan since 1975. Still hope to see him live. Unfortunately never been able to. Everything he does is perfect. Thank you for all you do, and all the memories we have shared.

[@wilkiecoco]

I could never quite figure out how to describe his voice. You've done it!!! Thanks!!

[@marjoriesmith3282]

Oh, my. Richard, you will be so dearly missed. RIP. 💔

[@classicrockfan8034]

Singing dry in his living room Jeff Lynne Shows us once again he is the very best ever. Pure natural talent!

[@vinnydebrun630]

This man is one of the greatest producers of all time and he is virtually unknown in modern day recordings... an absolute genius. Jeff I love you and thank you...

[@70sladyalways25]

I came back to watch this after hearing of the passing of Richard Tandy. So incredibly sad to lose this man. What a musical genius that helped create some of the greatest songs. This is a priceless and treasured video of these two!

[@shaundavenport9855]

This goes out to all those so called critics who say he wouldn't be nothing without all the production wizardry.Effing GENIUS!!!!

[@cdtj1985]

I saw Jeff Lynne live after seeing this video and see why they think that - he’s pitch perfect and a complete professional - he just does it

[@denisej4813]

It's ironic that the man behind the Electric Light Orchestra, the very epitome of synth-rock, is even more impressive with just an acoustic guitar and piano accompanying him. A true genius, and astute enough to surround himself with great musicians like Richard Tandy. Long may he continue to make great music!

[@imasonofadeadbeat2928]

Here, here! Let's take a shot to that! PICK UP YOUR GLASS BOY!!

[@shaundavenport9855]

@@imasonofadeadbeat2928 CHEERS!🍺🤪🍺🤪🍻

[@bertoldrich5699]

Is it me or is Jeff Lynne the most in tune singer ever?

[@Andyvg99]

He's in his mid-60's here. Are you kidding me! What a perfect voice!

[@pussuw]

He is

[@GTRandolph1964]

He is, and he's not lost an ounce of his range in 50 years.

[@conga9746]

Yes it is absolutely remarkable - almost miraculous. He has obviously taken excellent care of his vocal chords - or else they are made of steel.

[@OlaftheGreat]

I saw him live in Chicago summer 2018, I can testify to the power of his badass voice.

[@GooglSucksDisk]

It's funny, his parents discouraged him, told him he'd never make it. He dropped outta school at 15... Then you see ALL those records on his wall over his right shoulder!!

[@florentinosanzpastor9556]

Rest in peace Richard. Thanks for all and thanks for a lot.

[@deepsix1827]

I would give just about anything to have been sitting on his couch, watching this. His music speaks to my soul.

[@jpmorgan2363]

These songs never get old, I could listen to them again and again and again and never grow tired of them. Goddess bless, Jeff Lynne (and Mr. Tandy, too)...

[@omaredgardo]

Jeff Lynne and Richard Tandy , 2 genius

[@franklinwaggoner222]

No autotune needed

[@MikeMaxwell1961]

Jeff Lynne is probably one of the few people that I can listen to with absolutely no instruments at all. His voice is INCREDIBLY unique. I'm so glad he rose to the level that he has so the rest of us could hear what he offered up to the world. The world is a much a better place with Jeff Lynne in it. He is super talented in every way! Long-live you Jeff!

[@RemarkableLoser]

Damn, he's a good singer! I know he's a lot more than that, but the voice...

[@Burns1993Joe]

He really is a national treasure!

[@OlaftheGreat]

@@Burns1993Joe an INTERNATIONAL TREASURE

[@GFHanks]

I'd be willing to bet that Richard Tandy could play a lawn mower, and make it sound beautiful.

[@2wayplebney]

Armchair Theatre, Long Wave and Alone are brill records.

[@fabfour7397]

I don't think any of my Beatles sang this well in their living room. Jeff Lynne is an amazing talent without the huge ego...All he cares about is making and producing fantastic music. Long live Jeff!!!

[@Powertuber1000]

He would’ve made an incredible fourth or fifth Beatle.

[@fabfour7397]

@@Powertuber1000 No doubt!

[@tracymiller8550]

His voice is so pure

[@ricktorres747]

This is music so pure and beautiful. The "real deal".

[@michelle88960]

Give this man a knighthood. Maybe I will start a petition.

[@sarahbreisch4750]

for real.

[@Jeffrey_Lew]

He is an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE). This is fourth class; knights are first and second class.

[@mickbetts5665]

Jeff should have had a knight hood long ago pure genius and such a humble guy no egos just pure musical entertainment.

[@sueture]

I love, LOVE his tone! I love you, Jeff Lynne!

[@omaredgardo]

Tom Petty legend, RIP in the heaven. The Travelyn Wilburys never forget.

[@Irisphotojournal]

No one makes music like this anymore; they just Don't.!

[@elviso68]

No....this is not possible.....I cannot believe.......THIS IS JUST HEAVEN - MARVELOUS VERSIONS - JEFF LYNNE is......simply BEST!!!!

[@azretroguy8364]

I have been listening to ELO since the mid 70's and these songs sound just as good now as they did then. They are timeless and Jeff Lynne is a genius.

[@MarianoPereyra]

Please, release an album with these acoustic versions!

[@mikedownend6861]

You know it's good when you struggle to find any negative comments on here. People generally hand them out for fun

[@anitahuie1145]

He has given the world so much truth and beauty. He is a genius. Thank you Richard Tandy. You and Jeff make my heart smile. I grew up on the beach and I'll never get the beauty of the beach out of my head, thanks you guys.

[@RobertoECC]

He is one of the few musical geniuses that still lives, honoring him in life is a duty.

[@ayersd82]

He was pushing 70 when he sang this song. His voice is still powerful at way over 70. OH MY !

[@cmcc3721]

72 last december. Mid 60's here.

[@thetragicyouth]

McCartney and Brian Wilson must be watching in envy at that voice!

[@barbaradaines1647]

I like the way they look at each other with mutual love, admiration and respect, for the great friendship they share .

[@Grouchomx]

To pare it down to it's simplest elements like this just illustrates how truly great these songs are!

[@chickenfarmpl1882]

Richard Tandy as well as Jeff genious musician!Both of you -great musicians!

[@JeffLynnesELOFan]

Jeff Lynne is the most talented Music God ever. He will be 71 in 2018 and his voice is Gold. All his live concerts sound as good if not better than the original recordings...Not many bands and musicians can match that. Just have a listen from Jeff Lynne's ELO at Wembley Stadium June 24 2017... Can't wait to see Jeff Lynne's ELO on the 2018 Europe and North American Tour. I just received my tickets for LA , NY and Toronto Canada. It will be awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@davehalliday3217]

The kids these days don't know what they are missing out on..........this is musical class, not an autotune in sight. I've enjoyed ELO for years, but find myself coming back to this stripped back acoustic version more and more. Thanks guys.

[@milestrotter6844]

I am 15 and I can't get enough of this spectacular band! Shangri-la, Jungle, Steppin' Out, Livin' Thing, Tightrope, Wild West Hero, Above The Clouds, Evil Women, Strange Magic ah I just can't get enough. Jeff is such an extraordinary singer too. The Lovin' Spoonful, Badfinger, and Emitt Rhodes are my other all time favorites too.

[@theheyheygirl7791]

I'm 19, been listening to ELO since 14, found them myself because no one in my family listens to this kind of music. I actually got into real music thanks to Jeff. All 60s 70s stuff and much more. I know it's love for life. Hi from Russia :D

[@cynthia6417]

💯 AWESOME!!!❤❤❤

[@cynthia6417]

SO BLESSED WITH TALENT!!!

[@leemayt]

lookin at the replies, i'm glad i'm not the only teen that likes these old songs. I grew up listening to my parent's music and my dad would play ELO and Genesis a lot. Mum is more into some 80s stuff, like OMD and A Flock Of Seagulls. Personally, my fav artist would be Supertramp but Jeff Lynne is such an underrated legend.

[@maxflight777]

My father grew up in Shard End and I've always admired Jeff. Time passes and his talents seem greater now that when I was a youngster. Loved actually hearing Richard Tandy too !

[@neildesperandum6114]

Incredibly, with these two, the whole is even greater than the sum of the parts. Great to see Richard Tandy getting the recognition he deserves.

[@christophvandaele8130]

Music won't get more pure than this.. A brilliant composer - a superb voice - a guitar and a piano... Pure and therefor beautiful. Thank you Jeff Lynne and Richard Tandy.

[@augaki1]

MARAVILLOSO!! Jeff Lynne quizás no tenga todo el reconocimiento que se merece.....un artista impresionante que también formó la música de los 70. Verlo y oirlo aquí con Tandy me emociona profundamente...

[@markstankiewicz6369]

Something happened after WW2...there seemed to be an explosion of extraordinary musical creativity......i believe the universe gave us these marvelous people to counteract all that death and suffering.....jeff's one of them....a magically gifted musical poet put here to lift us up.

[@lorebern6538]

I totally agree. It was a long period of peace after centuries maybe and that's what happened

[@dad458]

This is just awesome! Great songs stripped down to their bare essence. To die for.

[@mrringway1733]

Telephone Line - Brilliant, just Brilliant. One of the things I love about the acoustic performance of telephone line is that although these two guys have been together for decades and know each other so well, the brilliant Richard Tandy smiles as he plays during the song as though in awe of what he is actually a part of. It's almost as if he is feeling "Am I really a part of this?!" I can sort of play telephone line on the piano in the style of Richard, but I have given up trying to sing like Jeff. Huge range - Lucky boy. God bless Jeff and Richard.

[@unrulyjulie4382]

You can tell that they are the very best of friends, with great admiration and respect for each other!

[@PaulOutdoors]

@@unrulyjulie4382 yes lump in the throat stuff

[@atxvet]

Oh my god. That voice. Telephone Line. I'm dead. I have died.

[@wilfriedluthin3716]

Its a state of time, hope u get older und notice things change - remember telefonline - it cant get it out of my head

[@OlaftheGreat]

@@wilfriedluthin3716 can't get it out of your head..... 😎👌

[@toddlevine9377]

Stephanie P I’m a 50+, emotionally sound man. Whenever I hear this song I have tears in my eyes and a smile on my face. Yes, if I could listen to this song as I pass into the forever after, my soul would attain fulfillment on the way. Cheers!!

[@OlaftheGreat]

@@toddlevine9377 This is an emotionally powerful song, I'm right there with you

[@TheunisJ]

My condolences

[@craiggleason8386]

Sadly Richard Tandy just died

[@derweasel]

Even after all these years, I still love these songs. And Jeff Lynne's voice is still SUPERB. His song writing brought so much music to me that still affects me in such a unique way and makes me sing along.

[@steveny18]

Loved this. One of the greatest rock singer/songwriters of our time.

[@fritzcat6198]

Oh, it’s like heaven to watch this. It seems like Jeff was a tormented soul when he wrote these early songs. I wish I could have known him. I would have taken him out of his funk! There, I said what every women’s thinking as they watch this precious piece of work.

[@JohnJohnson-xm2mu]

Jeff lynne is like Peter Pan ,in that he never ages ,and his voice sounds the same as it did back in the 70,s 8o,s ,Jeff lynne is a diamond 💎,he is our uk treasure,thanks for all your great music and great memories it takes me back to.

[@46monkeyes]

Richard Tandy doesn’t get the attention he deserves..

[@unrulyjulie4382]

Truer words were never spoken! He played a HUGE part in the success of ELO, second only to the master himself!

[@GFHanks]

Richard Tandy is five notches above great.

[@nightisright1873]

Lol you think he doesn’t get attention talk to the string section Mik ,Hugh ,and Melvin

[@TheunisJ]

We are so lucky to have Jeff Lynne

[@ME-wh5pf]

I love this man really. I'm nearly crying, so many memories! Thank you for everything Sir!!

[@laurettaroper1425]

Who on earth could not like this??! 😮

[@TheVeek192]

Who cares? It doesn't matter when people don't like what you like! That's the awesome thing about being an individual: you get to be who you are and others get to be who they are.

[@floyd66brescia48]

Aside from being a great musician, writer, producer, recorder, this guy STILL has an amazing voice, his tone and pitch is perfect, every bit as strong as it was in the 70’s.

[@otherdebi]

Jeff Lynne is genius, pure genius... Richard Tandy is the most amazing pianist ever.

[@deborahparker2917]

Jeff Lynne's is so FABULOUS

[@Isleofskye]

I think Keith Emerson, Rick Wakeman and Jon Lord might have/have had something to say about that though he is really good :)

[@gep915]

Yes they are. Richard is covering for the rest of the ELO. As a guy who loves acoustic expressions, I do miss the violins...

[@Manfred585]

Listened to ELO as a 10-year-old, and their songs travelled with me ever since. Really moving acoustic recordings, how wonderful.

[@JeffLynnesELOFan]

Fantastic singer, songwriter, musician, Producer and such kind-humble man...Long live Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra.

[@greghansell5115]

Love all the songs, but Steppin' Out is just wonderful...

[@ciprianoderore4792]

ONE A MOST GREAT STAR OF THE CONTEMPORANY MUSIC...JEFF LYNNE IS A GENIUS

[@alanlindgren9366]

If there is such a thing as "perfect" in this world......here it is. Just PERFECT!!!

[@yourdncing]

How in the world did I wait until my 70’s to find these artists? This kid didn’t realize what he was missing which is my loss. THANKS for this wonderful session.

[@ericguebin9414]

Stepping out is my favorite.

[@donnaadams799]

He doesn’t miss a note!

[@MikenHelan]

pls leave this up I have bought all his stuff on so many levels, and I love to play this when I am on a Friday night drinking session

[@truckatadders]

Watching again in 2023 👌🏻👌🏻

[@Dina6279]

Pure genius...and that voice!! He was in fine voice when I saw him in Manchester in June. Love him to bits...

[@donnaverano12345]

Jeff Lynne, músico sorprendente, brillante, humilde, destellante, genial, apoteósico, delirante, luminoso, sobresaliente, magnífico, espléndido, deslumbrante, resplandeciente, reluciente, admirable, descollante.......................................

[@wernerortiz696]

Amén

[@luisarenassoto9990]

Lo apoyo amigo mío. Es así

[@JOAKO-fq5pv]

Es cierto!!!

[@peterjordan2738]

aside from Jeff's genius is his humbleness...

[@jerryrath3905]

Saw ELO 7/25/19. He is still great! Age seems to have no impact on his talent.

[@andysatch9150]

How do you try and explain how good this is? This is pure talent. That voice has been a backing track to some of the most memorable parts of my life. Legend doesn't really get close to explaining this mans ability.

[@PaulOutdoors]

Perfectly put Andy 😊

[@johnchristiancaldwell4403]

Really touched by the legacy this guy has left us.

[@70sladyalways25]

Never, ever tire of Jeff Lynne. His music is timeless. I ALWAYS come back to his songs over and over again. Great songwriter, producer, musician and singer. And, just a wonderful human. Love the friendship and chemistry he has with Richard Tandy. They compliment each other beautifully.

[@tomaszszczegola]

True artists. I haven't heard a piano sounding so beautiful in a long time.

[@Nikolay061]

Something miraculous about the talent of Jeff Lynne and Richard Tandy respectively. The fact that they met and formed a band is like a solar eclipse. How lucky we all are to hear this.

[@JeffLynnesELOFan]

The best ever! Jeff Lynne live from his living room. He is a musical genius!

[@licenciadoensentidocomun70]

oh , you mean...Jeff Lynne-Richard Tandy- Acoustic....ok! no worries!!!

[@footstomper1]

Wasn’t expecting this to opening withTom Petty… now I’m missing Tom :( I really hope Jeff releases some new music 2021

[@puppetlady1]

I enjoyed every second of this interview. He is a great singer.

[@Bonusprint]

What can you say. You see someone like this in this setting and you realize how good they are ! Magnificent !!

[@useitlanguageschool6819]

Thanks sooo much for sharing! This is gold to me! :D

[@fabfour7397]

The Beatles and Electric Light Orchestra are my 2 favorite bands ever but It took 4 Beatles and George Martin to accomplish what Jeff Lynne has done musically all by himself. Of course, by popularity, and commercially, The Beatles are no 1 but musically Jeff Lynne rules. As a huge Beatles fan, I have to admit Jeff Lynne is so much better with Harmonies, Orchestration, as an incredible Producer, singer and songwriter. Lynne produced the Beatles last project and also produced George, Ringo and Paul individually for some of their best albums, Long live Jeff Lynne's ELO!!! Please Tour in 2022!!!

[@charliecharlie5297]

Basically he is stupidly talented

[@fabfour7397]

@@charliecharlie5297 Yes basically he is extremely talented.

[@MusicLover10538]

Perfection! I have seen close to 300 concerts approximately in my lifetime...And Jeff Lynne's ELO is the best live Band i have ever seen...1976, 2016, 2018 and 2019. Jeff Lynne's ELO is one of the very, very few bands sounding better live than on their records. They are this good.

[@HPJFilm]

I come to tears. I have heard in my youth every day this music. For hours.

[@geraldmarszol7147]

Seen him in Glasgow 2018 just superb wife never herd off elo she loved it Jeff and Richard the best

[@TheVeek192]

"I just try and let me songs talk for themselves, ya know." Yes. We know.

[@greghansell5115]

Steppin' Out is just beautiful...

[@blendedplanet]

echo all the comments here. great stuff, such beautiful songs and a great guy to boot.

[@kriskruzo]

In " Alone In The Universe Tour" Jeff showed his voice . Voice strong like a bell. :-)