List of songs recorded by Electric Light Orchestra explained
The English rock band Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) recorded over 190 songs from 1971 to 2019. The band's music is characterised by their blending of Beatlesque pop, classical arrangements, and futuristic iconography.[1]
In 1971 the band released their self-titled debut album, The Electric Light Orchestra (No Answer in the US), the songwriting duties were split between band members Roy Wood and Jeff Lynne, Wood's songs were more classically influenced than Lynne's art rock influenced songs.[2] Before the release of ELO 2 (1973, Electric Light Orchestra II in the US) Wood left the band, making Lynne the sole songwriter.[3] The album contained a cover of the song "Roll Over Beethoven", the single would be a hit in the US.[3] Later in 1973, On the Third Day marked when the band developed its sound and improvements in Lynne's songwriting.[4] The concept album Eldorado (1974) saw the first time that an orchestra was used, where previously Lynne would overdub strings.[5] The presence of an orchestra would be a common part of future ELO albums.[5] The 1975 album Face the Music moved away from symphonic concept elements of Eldorado in favor of more radio friendly songs.[6] The lead single from the album, "Evil Woman", became ELO's first worldwide hit.[7]
Songs
Unreleased songs
Notes and References
- Web site: Erlewine. Stephen Thomas. Stephen Thomas Erlewine. Electric Light Orchestra — Biography. AllMusic. Netaktion LLC. 1 September 2021.
- Web site: Mason. Stewart. Electric Light Orchestra — The Electric Light Orchestra. AllMusic. Netaktion LLC. 2 September 2021.
- Web site: Eder. Bruce. Electric Light Orchestra — Electric Light Orchestra II. AllMusic. Netaktion LLC. 2 September 2021.
- Web site: Eder. Bruce. Electric Light Orchestra — On the Third Day. AllMusic. Netaktion LLC. 2 September 2021.
- Web site: Eder. Bruce. Electric Light Orchestra — Eldorado. AllMusic. Netaktion LLC. 13 November 2021.
- Web site: Christopher. Michael. 28 September 2015. When Electric Light Orchestra Unveiled A New Lineup On 'Face The Music'. ultimateclassicrock.com. Townsquare Media. 13 November 2021.
- Web site: Reed. Ryan. 7 January 2016. The 10 Best ELO Songs. Stereogum. 17 April 2024.
- The Electric Light Orchestra. LP liner notes. 1971. Electric Light Orchestra. United Kingdom. Harvest. SHVL 797.
- Time. LP liner notes. 1981. ELO. United Kingdom. Jet. JET LP 236.
- Zoom. CD liner notes. 2001. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. Epic. EK 85336.
- "So Serious". 12" back cover. 1986. Electric Light Orchestra. United Kingdom. Epic. TA 7090.
- A New World Record. LP liner notes. 1976. Electric Light Orchestra. United Kingdom. Jet. JETLP 200.
- Out of the Blue. LP liner notes. 1977. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. Jet. JT LA823 L2.
- "Rock 'n' Roll Is King". back cover. 1983. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. Jet. ZS4 03964.
- Alone in the Universe. CD liner notes. 2015. Jeff Lynne's ELO. Europe. Columbia. 88875145112.
- From Out of Nowhere. CD liner notes. 2019. Jeff Lynne's ELO. Europe. Columbia. 19075987102.
- Xanadu. LP liner notes. 1980. Electric Light Orchestra, Olivia Newton-John. United Kingdom. Jet. JET LX 526.
- ELO 2. First Light Series. CD liner notes. 2003. Electric Light Orchestra. Europe. Harvest. 7243 5 43328 2 1.
- Alone in the Universe: Deluxe Edition. CD liner notes. 2015. Jeff Lynne's ELO. Europe. Columbia. 88875164642.
- Secret Messages. cassette liner notes. 1983. Electric Light Orchestra. United Kingdom. Jet. JETCX 527.
- On the Third Day. LP liner notes. 1973. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. United Artists. UA LA188 F.
- Eldorado — A Symphony by the Electric Light Orchestra. LP liner notes. 1974. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. United Artists. UA LA339 G.
- "Secret Messages". back cover. 1983. Electric Light Orchestra. United Kingdom. Jet. JET 7038.
- Balance of Power. LP liner notes. 1986. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. CBS Associated Records. FZ 40048.
- "Calling America". 12" back cover. 1986. Electric Light Orchestra. United Kingdom. Epic. QTA 6844.
- Electric Light Orchestra Live. CD liner notes. 2013. Electric Light Orchestra. Europe. Frontiers. FR CD 595E.
- Discovery. LP liner notes. 1979. Electric Light Orchestra. United Kingdom. Jet. JETLX 500.
- "So Serious". 12" back cover. 1986. Electric Light Orchestra. Europe. Epic. EPCA 12.7090.
- Face the Music. LP liner notes. 1975. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. United Artists. UA LA546 G.
- "I'm Alive". liner notes. 1980. Electric Light Orchestra. United Kingdom. Jet. JET 179.
- "All Over The World". liner notes. 1980. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. MCA. MCA 41289.
- Eldorado — A Symphony by the Electric Light Orchestra. CD liner notes. 2001. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. Epic. EK 85419.
- Electric Light Orchestra II. LP liner notes. 1973. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. United Artists. UA LA040 F.
- Flashback. CD liner notes. 2000. Electric Light Orchestra. Europe. Epic. EPC 500931 2.
- Afterglow. CD liner notes. 1990. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. Epic Associated. Z3K 46090.
- Balance of Power. CD liner notes. 2007. Electric Light Orchestra. Europe. Epic. 82796 94279 2.
- "Showdown". label. 1973. The Electric Light Orchestra. United Kingdom. Harvest. HAR 5077.
- On the Third Day. CD liner notes. 2006. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. Epic. 82796 94271 2.
- "Twilight". back cover. 1981. Electric Light Orchestra. United Kingdom. Jet. JET 7015.
- Out of the Blue. CD liner notes. 2007. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. Legacy. 82796 94272 2.
- Discovery. CD liner notes. 2001. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. Legacy. EK 85420.
- Zoom. CD liner notes. 2001. Electric Light Orchestra. Japan. Sony Music Intl.. SRCS 2466.
- Alone in the Universe. CD liner notes. 2015. Jeff Lynne's ELO. Japan. Sony Music Intl.. SICP 30890.
- Mr. Blue Sky: The Very Best of Electric Light Orchestra. CD liner notes. 2012. Electric Light Orchestra. Europe. Frontiers. FR CD 570E.
- A New World Record. CD liner notes. 2006. Electric Light Orchestra. United States. Legacy. 69699 85422 2.
- "Four Little Diamonds". 12" back cover. 1983. Electric Light Orchestra. United Kingdom. Jet. TA 3869.
- "Hold On Tight". back cover. 1981. Electric Light Orchestra. United Kingdom. Jet. JET 7011.
- Web site: Electric Light Orchestra – Beatles Forever. thelogbook.com. 1 June 2021.