- Artist:
- Electric Light Orchestra
- Description:
- Electric Light Orchestra: Jeff Lynne (vocals, guitar, piano, synthesizer); Kelly Groucett (vocals, bass); Richard Tandy (piano, Clavinet, synthesizer); Bev Bevan (drums, percussion).
Producer: Jeff Lynne.
Compilation producer: Al Quaglieri.
Recorded between 1974 & 1982. Includes liner notes by Jaan Uhelski.
This 15-track hits collection provides a cursory but satisfying overview of the work of these hugely popular, orchestral-pop pioneers. Immediately recognizable for their electro-classical arrangements and "futuristic" production (courtesy of group founder, songwriter, and vocalist Jeff Lynne), Electric Light Orchestra was an FM radio staple throughout the late 1970s and early `80s, racking up a string of hit singles. Almost all of those singles are included here ("10538 Overture" being the notable omission).
Not chronologically sequenced, the disc begins with 1975`s "Evil Woman" and ends with the band`s `72 cover of Chuck Berry`s "Roll Over Beethoven." ELO`s pop smarts (which owe a heavy debt to late-`60s Beatles songcraft) shine throughout, whether on the lilting "Strange Magic," the driving "Don`t Bring Me Down," or "Calling America," a cut from 1986`s BALANCE OF POWER. Pop masterpieces "Mr. Blue Sky" and "Sweet Talkin` Woman" charm as much with sonic novelty (including synthesized vocals, epic choral backing, and sweeping string parts) as they do with their irresistible melodies. While fans looking for a more comprehensive collection should turn to 1995`s double-disc set STRANGE MAGIC, those seeking ELO`s biggest singles will find exactly what they`re looking for here.
- Track Listing:
- Evil Woman
- Do Ya
- Can`t Get It Out Of My Head
- Mr. Blue Sky
- Strange Magic
- Livin` Thing
- Sweet Talkin` Woman
- Telephone Line
- Shine A Little Love
- Hold On Tight
- Turn To Stone
- Calling America
- Rock And Roll Is King
- Don`t Bring Me Down
- Roll Over Beethoven
Album Information
- Release Date:
- 04/01/2003
- Type:
- Performer
- Genre:
- Rock & Pop
- Subgenre:
- Art Rock
- Label:
- Legacy Recordings
- Catalog Number:
- 89072
- Original Release Year:
- 2003
- # of Discs:
- 1
- Studio/Live:
- Studio
- Mono/Stereo:
- Stereo
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