Melanie Lewis-McDonald is an experienced singer and vocal coach. She is currently a member of Jeff Lynne’s ELO singing backing vocals on tours across the UK including the Glastonbury Festival and Wembley Stadium, the US including the Hollywood Bowl and arenas throughout Europe.
Consequently, are Elo still alive?
1983: What happened to ELO? In 1983, Jeff Lynne decided to end ELO, following a dispute with their record label and falling out with the band’s manager Don Arden. However, it was in 1986 when the band officially disbanded, after ELO were made to make another album due to contractual agreements.
Considering this, how is Richard Tandy doing? Personal life. Tandy’s first marriage was to Carol “Cookie”, a friend of Cleo Odzer, but the marriage ended in divorce; he is now married to his second wife, Sheila. He has lived variously in Birmingham, France, and Los Angeles, but currently resides in Wales.
Herein, is Mike Stevens in ELO?
Sax player Mike Stevens is musical director for Take That and Jeff Lynne’s ELO. He is the former Birmingham student who makes some of the biggest acts in music pitch-perfect when they’re playing live. Mike Stevens is the go-to guy for artistes such as Take That, Annie Lennox – and now ELO.
Is Milton McDonald married?
Together with his wife, Melanie Lewis, he is a touring member of Jeff Lynne’s ELO, as backing vocals and guitar.
Is Richard Tandy still with ELO?
Jeff Lynne and keyboardist Richard Tandy continue to tour together, but multi-instrumentalist Roy Wood left their ranks shortly after the release of their 1971 debut and hasn’t been back since.
What is Rosie Vela doing now?
After Zazu, she has not released any further recordings, but has been a backing vocalist for other musicians including Electric Light Orchestra on their 2001 album Zoom. Vela further did a few shows with the band and was (for 7 years) in a relationship with ELO’s lead singer Jeff Lynne.
Who is in Elo now?
Current members
| Name | Years active |
|---|---|
| Jeff Lynne | 1971–1986, 2000–2001, 2014–present |
Who is the male backing singer with ELO?
Iain Hornal is a session singer, bass player and guitarist, as well as an artist in his own right. He oversees the vocal arrangements for Jeff Lynne’s ELO, and teaches the band members their parts.