Electric Light Orchestra keyboardist Richard Tandy has died at the age of 76.
The news was shared by the Birmingham rock group’s founder Jeff Lynne, who described Tandy as a “remarkable musician”.
Tandy was credited with helping to shape the sound of the band known for hits including Mr Blue Sky and Last Train to London.
Lynne wrote on social media: “It is with great sadness that I share the news of the passing of my long-time collaborator and dear friend Richard Tandy.