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“It was a great thrill just to know Roy Orbison, so to play, sing, write hit songs with him and have him in The Traveling Wilburys was beyond my wildest dreams!”

Quote by Jeff Lynne

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Jeff Lynne, born on December 30, 1947, is a British singer-songwriter and music producer renowned for his unique musical style and contributions to popular music. Lynne's career in music began in the 1960s, initially as a member of the band The Move. In 1970, he founded Electric Light Orchestra (ELO), serving as the lead vocalist and principal songwriter. ELO's music style blended elements of pop, rock, classical, and electronic music, becoming one of the most successful bands of the 1970s. more

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