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E.L.O. - Electric Light Orchestra

So, I'm going through my third, or maybe fourth, ELO music evolution and need your suggestions. I started listening to this group when I was in High School during the 1970s. Currently, I own a couple of their albums. I had several more but I shared them with friends over time and never saw them again. Anyway, what are your recommendations for ELO albums to compliment "On the Third Day" and "Eldorado". Also, anyone who can tell me the name of the instrumental song that is their masterpiece would be appreciated. I remember listening to it at midnight on a local radio station in Virgina. It started off with a crack of thunder and then went into this incredible orchestrated masterpiece that still resonates in my mind to this day. The song was used to announce the beginning of a new day and it was glorious! I haven't been able to find it. Thanks for your thoughts and suggestions.
wescoman

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martykl
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ELO was a strange mix. The songs were
meticulously crafted, but still managed to rock. OTOH, the whole concept felt kind of silly. Like it was sometimes said of the old Porsches:

A terrible idea executed brilliantly

Marty

BTW, a fun quirk. After Jeff Lynne left, the band continued as simply The Orchestra. P Hux replaced Lynne. While the results were spotty, there were a few gems in there. IMHO, its Worth a you tube visit to check it out.
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