Legendary Classic Rock Band ELO Coming To Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH, PA - Jeff Lynne and his legendary Electric Light Orchestra will come to Pittsburgh in 2019 for the first time in 38 years. The band will conclude its North American tour with an Aug. 1 stop at PPG Paints Arena.

Known for hits such as “Evil Woman,” “Telephone Line,” “Turn to Stone,” “Livin’ Thing,” and “Mr. Blue Sky,” ELO was a mainstay of 1970s and early 1980s radio. The band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017.

ELO last played Pittsburgh in October 1981 at the old Civic Arena.

American Express Card Members can purchase tickets before the general public beginning Oct. 24 at 10 a.m. Tickets will be available to the general public on Oct. 29 at 10 a.m.

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