The Electric Light Orchestra (studio album) by Electric Light Orchestra

The Electric Light Orchestra by Electric Light Orchestra
Year: 1971
Overall rank: 5,102nd   Overall chart historyOverall chart history
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Electric Light Orchestra bestography

The Electric Light Orchestra is ranked 10th best out of 42 albums by Electric Light Orchestra on BestEverAlbums.com.

The best album by Electric Light Orchestra is Out Of The Blue which is ranked number 494 in the list of all-time albums with a total rank score of 3,647.

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  Track ratingsTrack ratings The tracks on this album have an average rating of 77 out of 100 (all tracks have been rated).

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From 08/23/2020 12:22
There's some real innovation originality and beauty on here. Whisper in the night is gorgeous Roy wood song. First movement is entertaining. Mr radio has a curious appeal. 10538 is a classic Some I skipped forever more after first listen. Battle of marston moor, queen of the hours etc.
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From 07/11/2018 09:06
Pray silence please for the Electric Light Orchestra
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From 06/04/2018 07:13
A bit underrated. Very good mix of rock or even pop rock melodies and the symphonic elements. Catching attention record.
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From 12/20/2016 02:23
Surprisingly strong and intriguing debut. Very different sound to most ELO albums, with Wood's classical influence apparent. 10538 Overture is the standout, and one of ELO's finest songs. The beautiful Whisper in the Night, and the Classical Gas-esque 1st Movement are also stellar.
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