I think it is a complete disgrace that ELO, who were massive in the 70s, don't get the recognition they rightfully deserve these days. I mean you never see any VH1 specials on them or the like. My best friend, ELO is his favourite band, kind of likes it that way but I personally wish the music industry would honour them more.
80sU2isBest, I believe ELO PART II had two studio albums. The only one I heard and bought though was their first one. It has a couple of nice songs - Honest Men, Thousand Eyes. I know exactly what you mean about the magic being missing without Jeff Lynne, when he virtually did everything that was ELO. However, even though he was not a part of ELO PART II, I have to give them their dues...they put on a darn good, entertaining show.