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Framed ELO Vinyl (or Artwork)

Get a vintage or reproduction vinyl of “Out of the Blue”, “Time”, or another favourite album and have it framed with the artwork. Add a small plaque: “For the gig that didn’t happen — but the music’s still electric.”

“Wembley or Bust” Book + Live Album/DVD

2017 live set was ELO at their best. Wrap up the live CD/DVD box set or Jeff Lynne’s photobook from the event as a reminder they’ve still experienced ELO magic.

Pair with: A note like — “Final gig or not, you’ve already seen the spaceship fly.”

Custom Mixtape or Playlist-Inspired Gift

Create a custom mixtape-style USB, retro cassette, or Spotify playlist called: “Still On the Jeff Setlist” — include rarities, live tracks, and some B-sides.

Bonus: Get a cassette-style USB drive for a retro look.

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👕 4. Retro ELO Tour Tee or Hoodie

Find a high-quality replica tour shirt (maybe from 1978 or 1981) or one that says something like: “ELO: Always On My Mind” Even better if it’s subtly styled and not too merch-y.

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💡 5. Custom Neon Sign or Lightbox

A small light-up display that says: “Don’t Bring Me Down” or “Hold On Tight” — great for their music room, study, or vinyl corner.

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🖼️ 6. Gig Ticket Tribute

If they still have the cancelled ticket, get it turned into a framed print with a caption like: “The last flight got grounded — but the music still soars.”

You could even include a custom-designed “imaginary tour poster” of the gig that never happened.

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🥃 Bonus Thought:

Pair any of the above with a bottle of something nice and a note like: “To toast the gig that never was — and the band that always is.”