Jeff Lynne’s 15 favourite albums: “The greatest ever English rock ‘n’ roll song”
Jeff Lynne’s favourite albums reflect the influences behind his long career as a songwriter, producer and Electric Light Orchestra frontman. His choices range across artists and styles, with Roy Orbison standing out as an early inspiration whose music Lynne says shaped his ambitions.
The article says Lynne’s picks include two Beatles records, Roy Orbison’s *Greatest Hits*, modern anti-folk, British Invasion pop and 1960s doo-wop. It links those tastes to ELO’s blend of rock and orchestral instrumentation, and recalls Lynne’s success with more than 50 million records sold and 33 charting ELO hits.
In short
- Lynne’s album favourites span several eras and styles.
- Roy Orbison was a formative influence.
- The article connects these records to ELO’s distinctive sound.
Explained simply
Jeff Lynne is an English songwriter, singer and producer best known as the frontman of Electric Light Orchestra, or ELO. The band became known for combining rock songs with orchestral sounds, and has sold more than 50 million records.
Lynne has named music from several eras and styles among his favourites, including two Beatles albums and a Roy Orbison collection. Orbison was an early influence: Lynne has said his songs helped inspire him to pursue music. These choices offer some context for the sounds and songwriting behind Lynne’s long career.