Autographed Classic Rock Album: Hand-Signed by Jeff Lynne
This entry showcases an authentic piece of symphonic rock and pop history: an original 1979 vinyl LP pressing of Discovery, hand-signed on the front cover by Electric Light Orchestra co-founder, frontman, and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Jeff Lynne. Released in May 1979 by Jet Records, this double-platinum studio album stands among ELO's most commercially successful releases.
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017 as the creative visionary behind Electric Light Orchestra and into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2023, Jeff Lynne is celebrated as one of popular music's greatest producers and songwriters. Beyond crafting ELO's signature blend of Beatles-inspired pop melodies and grand orchestral arrangements, Lynne co-founded the supergroup The Traveling Wilburys alongside George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, and Roy Orbison, while also producing major albums for Harrison, Petty, and Paul McCartney.
Discovery remains a landmark 1979 release, yielding a string of global hit singles including the rock anthem "Don't Bring Me Down", "Shine a Little Love", "Last Train to London", "Confusion", and "The Diary of Horace Wimp".
The front cover displays the album's famous Arabian Nights-themed artwork depicting a young man in a turban gazing into a glowing ELO logo. Positioned subtly across the upper portion of the turban, Jeff Lynne has rendered an authentic signature in dark marker ("Jeff Lynne"). Complete with its original Jet Records vinyl LP disc, the album comes authenticated with an official Basic Certification Card from James Spence Authentication (JSA) (Certification Number: FF52659). Showing light, age-appropriate edge wear and surface rubbing consistent with its 1979 release, this autographed album serves as an essential centerpiece for ELO collectors, Traveling Wilburys fans, and classic rock archivists.
Album & Presentation Specifications
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AUTHENTIC 1979 JET RECORDS VINYL PRESSING: Released in 1979 by Jet Records (JET LX 500); complete with original printed album jacket and vinyl LP record disc.
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CLASSIC ARABIAN NIGHTS COVER ART: Features the iconic front illustration and rear cover photography depicting an Arabian palace scene.
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EXCELLENT DISPLAY CONDITION: Preserved in fine condition with clean cover surfaces, intact seams, and sharp signature placement.
Autograph Specifications & Provenance
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HAND-SIGNED BY JEFF LYNNE: Authentically autographed in dark marker across the front cover by Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Jeff Lynne ("Jeff Lynne").
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JSA CERTIFIED: Fully verified and authenticated by James Spence Authentication LLC (JSA) (Certification Number: FF52659).
