Electric Light Orchestra, Telephone Line - A Classical Musician’s First Listen and Reaction

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I like this Bruce Eder quote about "Telephone Line”: “it might be the best Lennon-McCartney collaboration that never was”. Agreed!
Here’s the link to the original song:
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[@davidschecter5247]

Jeff is one of the best melodic songwriters of the past 50 years. Endless memorable melodies.

[@Anautistictherapist]

Don’t just listen to Mr. Blue Sky, listen to the whole Concerto for a Rainy Day, which starts with Standing in the Rain and ends with Mr. Blue Sky. I TRULY think it would be something surprisingly enjoyable for you!

[@MadMax-pu1kj]

"Concerto for a Rainy Day" - 4 songs

[@Anautistictherapist]

@@MadMax-pu1kj That’s it! Thanks!

[@Zadster]

Very much so. The individual parts of Concerto For A Rainy Day are intended to be listened to together. Most people only know Mr Blue Sky, which is a huge shame - they are missing out on a greater piece of music. I think the concerto approach will be particularly appreciated by a classical musician.

[@Wungolioth]

It's kind of a crime you haven't listened to Mr. Blue Sky yet, it IS one of the happiest songs you will ever hear.

[@GarrettEulett]

True, but Mr. Blue Sky is experienced best as the final track of the 4-song Concerto for a Rainy Day

[@Wungolioth]

@@GarrettEulett agreed, and Amy may enjoy it fully that way, and oddly enough, I had the same thought minutes after posting.

[@stefanbaumgartner4878]

It's overrated

[@van_goghx]

@@stefanbaumgartner4878I agree. When compared to their earlier work it just feels “okay”. For anybody else it would be an outstanding piece, but we’re talking about ELO here. There were good tracks on “Out of the Blue” but *Mr. Blue Sky* isn’t one of my personal favorites. Although I do understand why some might have a greater appreciation for it.

[@SanguineMalcontent]

@@stefanbaumgartner4878 It's a good song, but there are a good number of ELO songs I personally prefer over it.

[@sirhoopalot1]

ELO’s “Shangrila” is simply the most achingly beautiful song I’ve ever heard.

[@markusandergard6925]

I always spend 80% of the song just waiting for the outro. 😀

[@therealdeal9600]

The ending of that song is nothing short of mesmerising, easily the best outro i've heard. A brilliant end to a masterpiece album

[@celt67]

John Lennon said that, had the Beatles continued into the 1970s, they'd have most likely sounded like ELO.

[@lejoe48]

¡Menos mal que no se dio el caso! Y esto lo digo aún gustando mucho del pop de la E.L.O. (en el mismo estilo me gusta mucho más la ELO que Queen, grupo que aborrezco). Es solo mi opinión...Creo además que no se puede poner en el mismo nivel a George Martin, su elegancia y musicalidad clásicas, con Jeff Lynne y su interesante, pero un poco tosco, trabajo de artesanía y manufactura.Y que fue un error hacer algo así cuando se trataron las últimas canciones de los Beatles. Es mi opinión. Perdón por no usar el inglés.

[@mkshffr4936]

John had quite an ego going.

[@JohnVinylGen]

ELO "Can't Get It Out of My Head". The melody of the chorus was stuck in my head for decades since I first heard it to the point that I actually thought I invented it because I haven't heard the song since I was a kid

[@chrisarrr3248]

Yes, same experience here. In fact, it’s a great experience to listen to Eldorado Overture and the fade into Can’t Get It Out of My Head. What a well written piece.

[@SanguineMalcontent]

Lynne was in The Travelling Wilburys with Harrison (and Dylan, Orbison, and Petty).

[@daniellllll45419]

"Can't Get It Out of My Head" It´s a great ELO´s song too

[@Mathnavh]

Imagine its 1976 and you hear this for the first time on vinyl,. Jeff lynne is a musical genius.

[@geoffreyhawley503]

I'm a huge ELO fan, and "Telephone Line" is one of my very favorites. I can not WAIT for you to experience their "Mr. Blue Sky"!!

[@robthejones]

“… she loves the way Puccini lays down a tune and Verdi’s always creeping’ from her room”

[@T-bone1950]

ROCKARIA - Jeff is always so original and innovative.

[@chrisperyagh]

"Wei..! Oops!"

[@richardsims3847]

The start is the sound of a land line making an international connection in the olden days.Jeff still doing great things and have enjoyed fifty years of his genius.

[@sae1095hc]

Another excellent telephone motif song is Operator by Jim Croce!

[@T-bone1950]

"Sylvia's Mother" by Dr. Hook has to be added to the list.

[@foxdenham]

Amy!... You should check out the fun song 'Rockaria' by ELO - here... check out some of the lyrics - "She's sweet on Wagner, I think she'd die for Beethoven, She loves the way Puccini lays down a tune and Verdi's always creeping from her room..." Go on, you know you want to😉

[@Michael-mm3fm]

Could be Amy herself : )

[@avlisk]

I love your reviews because they let me find new ways to appreciate songs i've been listening to for 5 or 6 decades. These old songs are fun for me again, and I'm listening again. Thank you so much.

[@johnnyhancock76]

I’m seeing them live in two weeks. Can’t wait! It is their final tour.

[@babyfacemichael1]

i`m not jealous , nope not me !

[@MrCatandMe]

The telephone ring sound is an almost perfect match for: Analog, 1975, long-distance ring tone; The voice is spot on with the tin-ish, single-ear, mono sound. The only thing missing is the 2-3 second delay between when you speak and they hear it. *On a side note before answering machines, you could call any number and it would ring until either you hung up or they answered, hours, days, or weeks later.

[@RushfanUK]

A world that is long gone, I have a nephew who is now 35, a number of years ago I was telling him about the time of my youth in the 70's, three tv channels that closed down late in the evening and didn't reappear until late in the afternoon, fixed telephones and no mobiles or computers in the home, he couldn't comprehend or grasp it, that lived experience was so foreign to him.

[@Jagangela]

ELO is simply one of the best! Great reaction...thanks!

[@addickkelders2265]

All the young dudes, carry the news

[@robertpetre9378]

Definitely has the same melody

[@MOLLOYALLOY]

Which bit? It's not the same melody but I am guessing you are saying the "Telephone line" bit has a similar arc to the "All the Young Dudes..." line

[@captainsatellite2112]

Never noticed that before. I did think the ELO song Evil Woman sounded similar to Stories' Brother Louie.

[@michaelnorman3393]

48 years ago i fell in love with ELO, through this album, "A New World Record." It started via the first two songs, "Tightrope, and Telephone Line," which i played over and over. Couldn't believe the creativity, and beauty! Eventually the entire nine song album became one of my top three ever!! Thanks so much for your passionate review!! ❤

[@theinkspot1279]

Finally ELO. I adore this band. I really look forward to hearing your insight into more songs from them.

[@janethernandez724]

Oh, my goodness Amy, this is a wonderful reaction to ELO's "Telephone Line" It is one of my favorite songs by them from my preteen years to this very day. I am surprised to know that this is your second Electric Light Orchestra song you have listened to. I took a tiny peak at your reaction to "Livin' thing" and it surprises me it was a live version instead of the original studio recording. I will get back to that reaction in a little bit. Jeff Lynne was heavily influenced by the Beatles, in fact, he had the opportunity to meet them while they were recording their "White Album". We have the opportunity to see them perform live in their "Over and Out" tour on 10/25/24, ELO is retiring. In my opinion there is a lot of music to enjoy listening to when it comes to Electric Light Orchestra. You may like "Shangri - La" oh and a personal gem of mine that I think you may enjoy by ELO is "Concerto for a Rainy Day", "Mr. Blue Sky" is an upbeat, feel-good song I think you might enjoy listening to and then there is "Rockaria" Another upbeat song that starts off with an Opera singer for the opening. My favorite line from that song is 🎵"She's sweet on Wagner, I think she'd die for Beethoven, she likes the way Puccini lays down a tune, and Verdi's is always creeping from her room "🎵 does that catch your attention? Another favorite is "Last Train to London", oh, and "Twilight" is another favorite of mine, there is so much more though. I enjoyed your reaction. Peace. ☮

[@GaryWayneHill64]

I look forward to more ELO reactions, you are in for a treat and more than just a few surprises.

[@foxdenham]

Hi Amy, Hi Vlad...I was 15 when I first heard this in 1976. I have talked to many folk about this song and the consensus, is that it is a beautifully painted, melodically simple 'emotion' container. It's one of the few songs that make me cry on first listen. Full of pathos and I'm not afraid to say that now, 48 years later, (as I listen and write) my chest has risen and a tear has formed in my crumpled old eye. Yes, I'm a big sap but what can I say except, thank you.

[@Neil_BT]

The strings in this are just wonderful.

[@ForbiddTV]

And surprisingly as a classical musician she didn't even seem to notice the strings. She was mostly focused on the sound effects and story line.

[@SunShine-qk4rb]

This is my absolute favourite song from this band.great reaction

[@rarelycares8416]

"Telephone Line" and "Mr. Blue Sky" are two of my favorite songs of all time and genres. As a classical cellist I always loved ELO and Jeff Lynne for their ability to bring classical themes and instruments into a pop sound.

[@markusandergard6925]

Jeff Lynne also plays the cello.

[@michaelnorman3393]

I saw Jeff last weekend on his "Over and Out" tour! A spectacular concert!! One of the best i've seen in this this surprisingly long life lol ❤

[@79BlackRose]

Wow, what a privilege. 👍

[@janethernandez724]

MichaelNorman, our time to see them on their "Over and Out" tour is coming up for us on the 25th of October! We are so excited to see them. I am glad to read you enjoyed a spectacular concert! Peace☮

[@michaelnorman3393]

​@@janethernandez724 I'm not exaggerating when i describe this band, as one of the finest touring bands ever assembled!! Jeff has 8 others contributing to the vocals, 3 to guitar, 3 to keyboards, (one goes back, and forth between the two) 2 cellists, 1 violinist, 1 bassist, and the great Donavan Hepburn on drums! It's such a full, and rich sounding band!! Hope you have as wonderful an experience as us!! PS The opening act, "Rooney" was was also highly enjoyable!!

[@captainsatellite2112]

Loved this band since I was in HS in the 70s. This song and others of theirs were awesome on headphones, especially to my then 15 yo ears. I bought a shirt at Tower Records. Some girl at school who didn't know them yet asked, "Who's El-O?" Seeing Jeff Lynne's ELO for the 1st time end of this month. I heard they have great sound and visuals, including lasers. John called them "Sons of the Beatles." Jeff produced Real Love, Free as a Bird and helped with Now and Then. Can't wait to see them.

[@Gr8Buccaneer]

this song,live at wembley stadium 2017..you wont regret it.

[@LeeKennison]

I loved it! I have been eagerly waiting for you to return to ELO, and this was a great choice. I was waiting with great anticipation for you to say the words, "I love this," since I really thought you would. Perhaps you have found your new favorite song on your journey. I remember being mildly disappointed that you didn't appreciate "Livin' Thing" as much as I had hoped, although you did like it. I can see though why you would like this better, but you should listen on your own to "Livin' Thing" again, with the studio version this time. I think with your greater exposure you will enjoy it more now. I am so glad you want to explore more ELO in the future. They have several great ones for you to enjoy. You should also check out more of Jeff Lynn's other collaborations (you have heard him collaborate with Roy Orbison, along with George Harrison, on "You Got It"), but still haven't heard his work with the Traveling Wilburys (Jeff, George Harrison, Tom Petty, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison), or the very popular cover of George Harrison's "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" with Jeff, Tom Petty, Prince and Steve Winwood.

[@WayneKitching]

There was an imitation of a phone. In the beginning of the first verse , the high and lower frequencies were removes, making it sound like it was played over a phone.

[@PhilipvanderMatten]

Probably the best ELO song

[@rohmarts]

"Feels more like I've stepped outside" ... perfect

[@Geerladenlad]

Ever since I saw The movie Billy Madison whenever I hear this song. I will always think of that scene with Steve Buscemi talking to Adam Sandler on the phone hanging up and leaning back applying lipstick on himself.

[@Hidyman]

The nostalgia of this song brings be back, and brings a tear to my eye.

[@marviwilson1853]

I love the weather! Sunshine, cloudy days, thunder and lightning. Everything about the weather creates moods that reflect human moods. I love Jeff Lynne because he thinks the same way and loves to add the weather and associated "weather music" into his songs.

[@Fadamor]

6:40 I think what you're hearing here is the transition from audio that has been run through a notch filter to unfiltered audio. That's where the sense of more bass comes in. Back before cell phones took over, the wired phone network tightly filtered audio over the phone lines to eliminate the low-frequency hum that would be created by sending the audio over long stretches of wire. Back in the 70's, this was universally expected when using a phone, and when ELO released "Telephone Line", with the filtered intro music and his first word we understood that he was on the phone. The transition to unfiltered audio happens at the point where Jeff reveals that the conversation is imagined - further emphasizing the difference between his imagination and the reality of the situation.

[@NorthernKitty]

As someone who tremendously appreciates Jazz scat, I can't begin to tell you how brilliant the "Doo Wah Doo Lang" sound is in this song. The key to vocal improvisation is that it captures an emotion that otherwise can't easily be translated into a single word yet does it in just a syllable or two. It's creating a whole new language unique to the song. In this case, the syllable "lang" is like a reluctant but patient acceptance of circumstance. When you hear that syllable, you can almost envision a person sighing, slumping their shoulders, sitting down and waiting. I was a huge ELO fan when I was young, and "Doo Lang" became part of my lexicon, anytime something stopped me in my tracks and I had to wait without knowing if I could reach or achieve my objective.

[@seajaytea9340]

Wonderful that you enjoyed this. It is an amazing tune. I interpret the "fairy" music as a "dream-like" sound-scape. The song, to me, is wistful, and the caller is wishing.

[@robthejones]

We are all recalling the Beatles

[@kdevinturner8778]

I am pretty sure they practiced their songs many times. ELO is professional as it gets.

[@wowbagger66]

This is a great song, ELO did a lot of fantastic music, please listen to Concerto For A Rainy Day from the Out of the blue album, it is a group of four songs that includes their biggest hit.

[@babyfacemichael1]

Your gonna love the awesomness of Mr Blue Sky- yup

[@seagrave7336]

I saw Jeff Lynne’s ELO in Washington DC on the farewell Over and out Tour. During this song thousands of fans waved their phones with the light on. I am a boomer, 71, and can honestly say ELO transcends age. In addition to many boomers, all age groups were represented! Jeff Lynne = Musical Genius.

[@richtensail]

gd ole elo, yeah tl is a touching wonderful love song frm v creative, musical wonder of jeff lynne. who at present is touring usa!.

[@DanEcho67]

The sound of Lynne's voice at the beginning of the song transitions from only picking up mid range tones, to getting the full timbre of his voice by using a recording trick. Old telephones that were in use when the song was recorded had the effect of compressing all highs and lows into that mid range tone. I read somewhere it was because they had a specific type of microphone, but I'm no expert on that. When he is singing "lonely, lonely, lonely" the recording shifts from a telephone style microphone sound to a studio microphone sound. I always thought that was a cool effect.

[@Boomerang-606]

Telephone in modern times essentially means a device with data. However ironically as teens it was shouted “pick up the phone” or “I’m on the telephone”.🤗

[@kdevinturner8778]

"Living thing" was that great song at end of "Paul".

[@Mr.Batsu12]

This song always makes me smile and happy that music exists.

[@mightyV444]

I only hear a _little_ bit of Beatles in this - but a WHOLE LOT of 10CC! 😀 Same era too, I guess 🙂

[@MMT58]

Love the doo wop part in this.

[@janethernandez724]

Same for me too! I love it!

[@raycornford283]

Jeff Lynn was a huge admirer of the Beatles and Paul once said that if the Beatles had still been around, they might have sounded just like this. Mutual respect!

[@markusandergard6925]

It was John.

[@kdevinturner8778]

Hello, how are you, was perfect telephone etiquette back in the day.

[@JudgeFredd]

This song is pure genius - great video

[@cuda426hemi]

This sounds like the fantastic first couple Bee Gees LPs especially the 1st one with Holiday and To Love Somebody on it......all of them chasing and aping the Beatles sound of '65-'66.

[@kdevinturner8778]

Jeff Lynne is incredible. Knows his stuff.

[@DannyD714]

i sat several rows behind jeff lynne at one of ringo starr's all starr band shows. he has a definite connection to the beatles,both inspired by and working with them (after the break up of course). i think you will enjoy ELO's cover of chuck berry's "roll over beethoven". it's classical music and rock and roll crashing head on.

[@donkfail1]

I "discovered" ELO when in my late 30s, and no other band has had me go "Whea? They made *this one* too?" as often. It turned out I had heard most of their songs but not knowing who the band was. This is what I grew up with playing on the radio at home.

[@samfisher6606]

I love this song so much! I highly recommend you listen to side three of their album "Out of the Blue" if you haven't already done so. It consists of the songs "Standin' in the Rain," " Big Wheels," "Summer and Lightning," and "Mr. Blue Sky" and it's collectively known as "Concerto for a Rainy Day." Also listen to their cover of "Roll Over Beethoven," I think you'll really like it.

[@mitchparker7652]

You're endlessly surprising Amy. Yet more terrific insights into a song from my early teen years.

[@vetstadiumastroturf5756]

...she smiles when she wants to cry...

[@pendarvis]

Anything from El Dorado would be FANTASTIC!

[@craigalbrechtson5364]

Love the channel. One song you may enjoy listening to is "All by myself" by Eric Carmen. It's a very emotional song which has a solid classical music connection as it incorporates part of the melody from Rachmaninoff's Piano concerto number 2. Just a meager suggestion

[@makeadifference4all]

As the kids would say, ELO is a vibe.

[@giles7662]

Beautiful song.

[@joannecunliffe8067]

There are so many outstanding ELO tracks and like many I think they're more innovative than the Beatles and one of my favourite bands. The harmonies are wonderful and the compositions just wash over you like sunlight. The "Time" concept album is unbelievable - my favourite ELO tracks are probably "Hold On Tight", "Confusion", "Mr Blue Sky", "Rock And Roll Is King" and "Calling America".

[@Ceeberto]

It’s hard to pick a favourite ELO song, but I think I’d go with Wild West Hero, or maybe Jungle if I’m feeling saucy

[@richardstokes276]

A very different track from E L O is Long Black Road, never heard it until 11 years ago when it appeared on the soundtrack of American Hustle. A rarely heard track but one of my favourites of their's.

[@edgardobravo7351]

The first time I listened to them was in 1976, the song "Living thing". Being a Beatles's fan I immediately identified some familiar things that connected them both. To me Jeff Lynne's voice sounded a lot like Harrison's. One of the best bands ever.

[@royferntorp]

Rockaria will blow your mind

[@Lokisdottir1964]

It's a very plaintive, evocative song. It's one of my favorites.

[@EGrottendieck]

When you listen to "Live And Let Die" by Paul MacCartney And The Wings you will get the reference and homage, also the influence The Beatles had on Jeff Lynn. As always a thoughtful and expert analisys from you! Keep up keeping up!

[@giuliogrifi7739]

This song has very strong references in the '50s.

[@German___]

In your previous ELO reaction you mentioned that the structure was simple, which is true, and is also true for this song and most ELO songs. IMO it's in the melodies, singing (lead + harmonies), and production that ELO shines. And the perfect blend of the band's pop/rock instrumentation with an actual orchestra and occasionally a choir.

[@Neofolis]

Jeff Lynne, the singer among other things, may not be John Lennon, but he did form a band with George Harrison some years after this. Another thing that it has in common with The Beatles is the experimental production, which is also the work of Jeff Lynne.

[@markusandergard6925]

And he produced The Beatles.

[@tammccoy4258]

​@@markusandergard6925 Yes, but only their final, post-John deeply average ones.

[@DrogoBaggins987]

The ELO album Time is one of my top ten favorites of all time. Looking into the past at artists looking into the future is interesting and the song The Way Life's Meant To Be really hits hard today.

[@davidpax]

ELO was known for using real string instruments on stage like cellos and violins in the 70s. In the 80s they were replaced by synths. I think the best albums are "Out of the blue " (1978) and "Time" (1981). There is a lot of experimental sound design. Maybe the most popular song was "Mr. Blue sky". It has a very classical sounding male choir in the end. I am sure you will enjoy it.

[@brucer2152]

twilight...neither night or day...frozen in time....

[@paulhorgan6152]

Out of the blue my all time favorite album ELO ❤😊😊

[@rickybolton4342]

thanks for this. Gosh what a blast from the past, i recall hearing this when it first came out and being absolutely bewitched by it. interestingly, and with tele[phones appearing in more homes in the erarly 70s late 60s there was a spate of songs featuring telephones - most notably Sylvia's mother said and hanging on the telephone.

[@VonBlade]

One of the three best one-sided telephone calls in music, along with Dr Hook - Sylvia's Mother and Tom Waits - Martha.

[@79BlackRose]

Jeff Lynne is a very accomplished musician, a superb producer, an excellent and versatile singer. Notwithstanding, his greatest contribution is his song writing ability. He has fantastic imagination and creativity. And during his songs, he adds little touches here and there to keep us engaged and entertained. When you get to know a piece, you listen out for these additions and they give a pleasurable feeling. 😊 I do not agree with the Bruce Eder quote. Nevertheless, this a high quality piece of music. 🎶

[@kdevinturner8778]

Pastoral? From a pastor? Or pastural, from a pasture? I just think it's wonderfully good. Loved this song for many many moons.

[@Escapee5931]

Both of those (I think). Pastoral means relating to the countryside, with an emphasis on sheep rearing (eg. pastoral landscape). I'm guessing that a pastor is a shepherd looking after their flock?

[@timdybala7127]

I did like your review of this song! Howdy from western Colorado!

[@chrisbradley1192]

17:07 Amy: "I like it, I like it a lot". A perfect lead-in to "Somewhere Down The Crazy River" by Robbie Robertson. "10538 Overture" by ELO is my fave of theirs.

[@mattmaloney2445]

Jeff Lynne and Kelly Groucutt harmonise so, so well!

[@netuno60]

Thank you Amy. It's a very good song. A mix of Beatles, Beach Boys and Bee Gee's for me.

[@ericroberts7969]

Jeff is a great writer composer please dont over do the Beatles connection ! This song has so many romantic memories for the people of that era, imcluding me

[@mirandahotspring4019]

In 1988, under the pseudonyms Otis Wilbury and Clayton Wilbury, Jeff Lynne co-founded the supergroup Traveling Wilburys with George Harrison, which also included Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison, and Tom Petty.

[@lp2934]

Amy the thing I think we all like about your videos is how they recall for we viewers the effect of hearing these things for the first time ourselves - I was 7 or so years old in the 70s when I first heard Telephone Line on a very basic red "record player in a box" and, alongside things like Bohemian Rhapsody, Art for Art's Sake (10CC), The Devil Went Down to Georgia (Charlie Daniels Band) and Wuthering Heights (Kate Bush) it felt truly magical - more accessible as a child than classical music, but still with some of those subtleties and thematic developments in the music that is informed by classical music but lost in much of standard rock and pop music. Jeff Lynn was a real master of that even though he also loved tub thumping rock and roll too. May I strongly recommend that you consider something from 10CC, Kate Bush and The Moody Blues for your upcoming videos - in view of what you've listened to so far I'm certain you won't be disappointed. As someone has said before about you, come to the UK and we'll make you a National Treasure (bring Rick Beato too!)

[@lupcokotevski2907]

It sounds much more like late 60's Bee Gees than the Beatles: Massachusetts, Lonely Days Lonely Nights, etc, and the harmonies, and the upper register melodic phrases.

[@chrisperyagh]

The very opening to 'Telephone Line' reminds me of the soundtrack of the 1970s film 'Bug' which was about a load of subterranean pyromaniacal cockroaches coming to the surface after an earthquake and torching the place.

[@lisar6510]

❤ your reaction amy! I am so glad that you returned to ELO..... please listen to Mr Blue Sky😊❤

[@daveking9393]

Thanks for sharing. I really enjoyed it

[@1joyman]

Always loved this song, so evocative, I mean we've all been on that end of the phone at sometime right? Thanks for this🙏

[@pumagutten]

Amy, if you want to listen to the music that inspired Jeff Lynne, you must listen to the theme from the movie "The High and the Mighty" from 1954, written by Dimitri Tiomkin.

[@KJ-4321]

Excellent! I would LOVE to hear you react to the Moody Blues!

[@babeuscus6520]

ELO is in my opinion the best band ever! Some of my favorite songs, excluding the ones you've listened too, are: Confusion, Turn to stone, 10538 Overture, Shine a little love And stepping out. Personally I think you should just gotta listen too a best of ELO playlist and role from there!

[@notthistimenet]

Thanks Amy. Rock on.