When Jeff Lynne Helped The Beatles Reunite: The Story Behind “Free As A Bird”
By the mid-1990s, Jeff Lynne, best known as the mastermind behind the Electric Light Orchestra (ELO), had already established himself as one of rock’s most versatile figures. His résumé included collaborations with George Harrison (Cloud Nine), Roy Orbison (Mystery Girl), and Tom Petty (Full Moon Fever). He even brought all three together — plus Bob…