How are Jeff Lynne, ELO, and The Beatles connected?

In some circles, Jeff Lynne is considered a Fifth Beatle. While in others, he’s considered not much more than a lucky fan of the band. Regardless, his link to The Beatles is indisputable. In this video, we’re exploring the biggest connections between Lynne, his band Electric Light Orchestra, and the Fab Four. Here's the follow-up video on The Beatles' influence on Jeff and ELO: _______________________ SPECIAL THANKS TO: Dennis Elsas for his kind permission to use the Lennon photo and audio clip from Ken Sharp and Robert Porter for research assistance