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The news was shared by the Birmingham rock group鈥檚 founder Jeff Lynne, who described Tandy as a 鈥渞emarkable musician鈥�.

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.

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