The older I get, the more I realize we had SO many great songs in the 60's and 70's, and the great bands that came with those songs. ELO was always at the top. Wonderful song and reaction. Blessings all.
I've been hooked ever since I first heard "Can't Get It Out of My Head" in 1974. Every song they do is fantastic. I still remember seeing them on The Midnight Special tv show and was amazed by the integration of cellos into rock music.
Jeff Lynne, as you is a huge Beatles fan. In 1974, when the song came out, John Lennon gave the song quite an endorsement when he listened to it on a New York City radio station. Lennon loved the song and called ELO "The Son Of The Beatles." Jeff Lynne was ecstatic when he heard about John's statement.
Look Jeff Lynn love Love LOVE the Beatles and so does a lot of people artists and musicians....so he called himself and members of his band "sons of The Beatles." Every song an artist creates has a base genre which they start to create a song whether the base or core of the song is Blues, Jazz, R & B, Motown, Country, Classical, Funk, or Folk...right? Jeff's base of creating a song started with the music/sound of The Beatles even his lyrics were poetic like Beatles songs....and his other base was Classical/Opera and Soul/R & B/Motown sound. Every song!!! This fusion made his songs unique, complicated, and Melodic. And I forgot to tell you...He absolutely LOVE Yes....he really love Yes!!! and knows Jon and other members of Yes. Thought you might want to know that!!!
The particular version of the song you're listening to was from 2012 where Jeff Lynne re-recorded the best of ELO in which he played drums, bass, keyboards, all guitars and sang all vocals.
Love anything and Everything that ELO put out!!! One of my all-time favorite Rock n Roll bands. Jeff Lynn( leader/lead vocalist/songwriter/producer) is a genius!!! I have 2 albums of ELO. Love Love Love this band. Great reactions!!!!
It's funny. I think I like every ELO song I've ever heard. For some reason I never give them a thought though. Anyways, I think this is my favorite ELO. Very 70s stoner sounding. I feel like I'm cruising through a downpour in a poorly equipped muscle car with bad wipers.
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@@mainmanjimmiblue He's reacting to the version from the album "Mr. Blue Sky - The Very Best of ELO", which is a Jeff Lynne REMAKE of most of his hits. Not just a re-master, but an actual but he re-recorded the songs. Check out the Wiki entry on the album. But only us old people would realize this, and there's no way Shawn could know that when simply pulling up the song by Band/title. Even seeing the album title, he could not have known they were NOT the original recordings.
Yeah, I noticed that too. This lacks some - nay, a lot even - of the rawness of the original 1973 studio version. Even despite trying to be extremely faithful to the original - or is it just a new mix of some of the original recordings? Anyway, it sounds too "clean". Sometimes Jeff's perfectionism is his worst enemy.
@@davidmacgregor5193 yes. Like I said. And I am afraid it isn't because he couldn't match the original sound exactly, but because he thinks this is better. I'm not one to say JL is wrong but ... he is wrong in this case.
Great reaction Shawn! ELO doesn’t have a bad song! Jeff Lynne is a genius and I appreciate the wonderful memories I have when I hear ELOs music! The 70s was such a great time to be a teen in California ☀️
This is the recent remix. Try listening to the original version that's on the single or "On The Third Day" album. It's much better than this fluffy remix....the strings have more bite and the track has a more raw sound.
As I mentioned elsewhere, songs from this particular album are not "just" remixes, they are RE-RECORDED, remade almost from scratch. But the title for this version does not say it's the 2012 version.
@@MissAstorDancer A re-recording it may be and thanks for pointing that out, but that doesn't alter the gist of my above post. Obviously some people will prefer this more polished version but personally I think it's inferior to the original as do others going by some of the comments here. Also, mine and other comments will let those people not familiar with this track know that this is not the original, which is well worth having a listen to.
@@windymiller6908 Oh, I agree with you 100% that the original is so much better! I did NOT like this album of re-recorded songs........as much as I love ELO and Jeff! But it was, of course, Jeff's prerogative to do whatever he wants with his music.........but it's also my prerogative to NOT PURCHASE this album, or even listen to any more of it!! I'll stick to the originals!!!
Ah, too bad you reacted to Jeff Lynne’s one man band remake from several years ago, not the group’s raw and awesome 1973 original. It’s been used in commercials and movies, most notably the “showdown” scene in the comedy King Pin.
That was the 2012 remake you listened to, not the original 1973 version.... ignore the songs on the album 'Mr Blue Sky: The Very Best of ELO', they're all pointless remakes, a bit of a cash grab by Jeff.........look for 'All Over the World : The Very Best of ELO', they're the original songs.....
I feel sorry for everyone under 45 who never got to hear great music when it came out.
Yes...for sure..👍👍
just so good!
There is no other band like ELO. They are one of my favourites from the 70’s.
Seriously! The composition and layers in every song is phenomenal. ELO and Boston produced music for the ages 🔥
Thanks for playing my favorite ELO song 👍 Strange Magic is another great one 🎸
The older I get, the more I realize we had SO many great songs in the 60's and 70's, and the great bands that came with those songs. ELO was always at the top. Wonderful song and reaction. Blessings all.
I always loved it...but surely did not appreciate it as much as I do now :) Good journey...Peace!
Definitely agreed...
HS in the 70s was the best. Saw a lot of great bands. Those were good times and some of the best music ever.
FYYYYYRRRR BABY!!! 💯😊 OVERRRRR ( 50 ) YEARS AGO SHAWN! INSANE 😮
I've been hooked ever since I first heard "Can't Get It Out of My Head" in 1974. Every song they do is fantastic. I still remember seeing them on The Midnight Special tv show and was amazed by the integration of cellos into rock music.
Jeff Lynne, as you is a huge Beatles fan. In 1974, when the song came out, John Lennon gave the song quite an endorsement when he listened to it on a New York City radio station.
Lennon loved the song and called ELO "The Son Of The Beatles." Jeff Lynne was ecstatic when he heard about John's statement.
"Showdown" and "Strange Magic" were always my two favorite ELO tunes.
ELO is always a good choice.
ELO is a great band one of my two favorites. One of my my favorite song of theirs is tightrope. It’s amazing.
Look Jeff Lynn love Love LOVE the Beatles and so does a lot of people artists and musicians....so he called himself and members of his band "sons of The Beatles." Every song an artist creates has a base genre which they start to create a song whether the base or core of the song is Blues, Jazz, R & B, Motown, Country, Classical, Funk, or Folk...right? Jeff's base of creating a song started with the music/sound of The Beatles even his lyrics were poetic like Beatles songs....and his other base was Classical/Opera and Soul/R & B/Motown sound. Every song!!! This fusion made his songs unique, complicated, and Melodic. And I forgot to tell you...He absolutely LOVE Yes....he really love Yes!!! and knows Jon and other members of Yes. Thought you might want to know that!!!
ELO is so unique because every song is so different
I love love ELO, their songs are so darn good. Another good one Shawn! 👍👏👏👏🩵🩵
A huge U.K. favorite of mine..Jeff Lynne and ELO. Have loved this music heard first time in early 70s...being 64 now..😄. Never get tired of it..🎤🇬🇧🫶
Classic! Music of the 70’s is the best ever.
One of my favorites too. Sure you would like Do Ya as well.
The particular version of the song you're listening to was from 2012 where Jeff Lynne re-recorded the best of ELO in which he played drums, bass, keyboards, all guitars and sang all vocals.
the gift that never stops giving! my heart is happy!
LOVE ELO.. Showdown.. my personal fav
Love anything and Everything that ELO put out!!! One of my all-time favorite Rock n Roll bands. Jeff Lynn( leader/lead vocalist/songwriter/producer) is a genius!!! I have 2 albums of ELO. Love Love Love this band. Great reactions!!!!
Again a great masterpiece from ELO. 🎶🎶🎶❤️❤️👍
My favorite ELO track among so many greats!
More ELO, how about "Strange Magic"?
also, Jeff Lynne is also Otis Wilbury
It's funny. I think I like every ELO song I've ever heard. For some reason I never give them a thought though.
Anyways, I think this is my favorite ELO. Very 70s stoner sounding. I feel like I'm cruising through a downpour in a poorly equipped muscle car with bad wipers.
ELO has been on my bucket list for a while. Fortunately, I get to see them in Oct 2024 at The Forum in LA. I can't wait.
DEEP PURPLE - "" Woman From Tokyo (1973) extended version "" (VIDEO) WHOA! this is FIRE!!! Video Classic Rock w/ Some of the best Drums & Hi Hats sounds + Amazing Vocals and overall Instruments very well blended together. Just One of Deep Purples Finest piece of Rock n Roll Jams 🎸🎹🔥🔥🔥 Highly recommend this Extended Edition with high quality sound.
My favorite by them is "Rollover Beetoven." It's rockin
Those strings! Only one ELO. Thanks.
This isn't the version that was played on the radio.
It's not the version that was on the original album either. It's mostly the same, but the ending is extended.
@@mainmanjimmiblue He's reacting to the version from the album "Mr. Blue Sky - The Very Best of ELO", which is a Jeff Lynne REMAKE of most of his hits. Not just a re-master, but an actual but he re-recorded the songs. Check out the Wiki entry on the album.
But only us old people would realize this, and there's no way Shawn could know that when simply pulling up the song by Band/title. Even seeing the album title, he could not have known they were NOT the original recordings.
I love the original one! This is re-recorded. Still good but there's definitely a difference
Yeah, I noticed that too. This lacks some - nay, a lot even - of the rawness of the original 1973 studio version. Even despite trying to be extremely faithful to the original - or is it just a new mix of some of the original recordings? Anyway, it sounds too "clean". Sometimes Jeff's perfectionism is his worst enemy.
@@lhpl This version was recorded by Lynne, he plays all the instruments and sings all the vocals himself.
@@davidmacgregor5193 yes. Like I said. And I am afraid it isn't because he couldn't match the original sound exactly, but because he thinks this is better. I'm not one to say JL is wrong but ... he is wrong in this case.
What the hell happened? Why can’t anyone make music like this anymore?
Fast $$$$$
Great reaction Shawn! ELO doesn’t have a bad song! Jeff Lynne is a genius and I appreciate the wonderful memories I have when I hear ELOs music! The 70s was such a great time to be a teen in California ☀️
Tightrope is a lesser known track of theirs but talk about FIRE
Turn to stone next please
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Great song, my favorite elo song. Jeff lynne did some great music with the move before elo.
Strange magic next
This is the recent remix. Try listening to the original version that's on the single or "On The Third Day" album. It's much better than this fluffy remix....the strings have more bite and the track has a more raw sound.
As I mentioned elsewhere, songs from this particular album are not "just" remixes, they are RE-RECORDED, remade almost from scratch. But the title for this version does not say it's the 2012 version.
@@MissAstorDancer A re-recording it may be and thanks for pointing that out, but that doesn't alter the gist of my above post. Obviously some people will prefer this more polished version but personally I think it's inferior to the original as do others going by some of the comments here. Also, mine and other comments will let those people not familiar with this track know that this is not the original, which is well worth having a listen to.
@@windymiller6908 Oh, I agree with you 100% that the original is so much better! I did NOT like this album of re-recorded songs........as much as I love ELO and Jeff!
But it was, of course, Jeff's prerogative to do whatever he wants with his music.........but it's also my prerogative to NOT PURCHASE this album, or even listen to any more of it!! I'll stick to the originals!!!
This is Jeff Lynne's re-recorded version of "Showdown". The original from "On The Third Day" is much better.
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Ah, too bad you reacted to Jeff Lynne’s one man band remake from several years ago, not the group’s raw and awesome 1973 original. It’s been used in commercials and movies, most notably the “showdown” scene in the comedy King Pin.
Yup, shame .... so sad JL felt he had to do this.
Yep, it's much better than this fluffy remix.
@@christophegowans3504 Absolutely agree!
There definitely were differences. I'd like to hear some ELO with Roy Wood. Possibly too raw, but Wood was very talented.
Es mucho mejor la verdion original de 1973.
This isn't the original version. This is from around 2012 when Jeff re-recorded his hits. The original is far superior.
That was the 2012 remake you listened to, not the original 1973 version.... ignore the songs on the album 'Mr Blue Sky: The Very Best of ELO', they're all pointless remakes, a bit of a cash grab by Jeff.........look for 'All Over the World : The Very Best of ELO', they're the original songs.....
This is the crappy makeover of the original 1973 song. But your reaction is top notch nonetheless! 🏄♂️
It took them 4 albums to get consistently good.
More like 6 albums to go downhill.