Richard Tandy, ELO keyboardist who shaped band’s futuristic sound, dies aged 76

Richard Tandy (left) with ELO members Jeff Lynne, Bev Bevan and Kelly Groucutt, circa 1970s. Photograph: Everett Collection Historical/Alamy

Richard Tandy, the keyboardist in Electric Light Orchestra who shaped much of the British rock band’s sound, has died aged 76.

His death was announced by the ELO leader Jeff Lynne, who wrote on social media: “He was a remarkable musician and friend and I’ll cherish the lifetime of memories we had together.” A cause of death was not given.