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Jeff Lynne Cancels Final Electric Light Orchestra Shows to Recover from Infection

Organizers have cancelled ELO’s BST Hyde Park and Manchester dates with ticket holders receiving refunds, Lynne now back home

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Overview

  • Jeff Lynne called off the last two concerts of ELO’s ‘Over and Out’ farewell tour after doctors diagnosed him with a systemic infection
  • The Manchester Co-Op Live show on July 10 and the BST Hyde Park headline slot on July 13 were both withdrawn on medical advice
  • BST Hyde Park organizers cancelled the entire day’s event and are processing refunds for all ticket holders through their agents
  • In a social media statement, the 77-year-old frontman said he was “absolutely gutted” and thanked fans, band and crew for their support
  • Lynne is recuperating at home with no plans to reschedule, marking an unexpected end to the band’s multi-decade career