ELO 2
Electric Light Orchestra · 1973
124 min · 23 tracks · pop rock · progressive rock · rock & roll
A vibrant fusion of orchestral arrangements and rock sensibilities, showcasing ELO's unique sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration with peaks
- wave-like pacing for immersion
- vibrant orchestral arrangements
- long-form listening commitment
- engaging instrumental interludes
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 1973, 'ELO 2' marked Electric Light Orchestra's second studio album after their self-titled debut in 1971. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity by blending classical influences with rock, setting the stage for their future commercial success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Yes· The Moody Blues· Genesis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 In Old England Town (Boogie No. 2) 6:57
- 2 Momma 6:59
- 3 Roll Over Beethoven 7:03
- 4 From the Sun to the World (Boogie No. 1) 8:18
- 5 Kuiama 11:21
- 6 Showdown 4:11
- 7 In Old England Town (instrumental) 2:43
- 8 Baby I Apologise 3:42
- 9 Auntie (Ma-Ma-Ma Belle) (take 1) 1:19
- 10 Auntie (Ma-Ma-Ma Belle) (take 2) 4:03
- 11 Mambo (Dreaming of 4000) (take 1) 5:02
- 12 Everyone's Born to Die 4:40
- 13 Roll Over Beethoven (take 1) 8:16
Disc 2
- 1 Brian Matthew Introduces ELO 0:22
- 2 From the Sun to the World (Boogie No. 1) (BBC session) 7:25
- 3 Momma (BBC session) 6:57
- 4 Roll Over Beethoven (single version) 4:35
- 5 Showdown (take 1) 4:18
- 6 Your World (take 2) 4:55
- 7 Get a Hold of Myself (take 2) 4:43
- 8 Mama (take 1) 4:59
- 9 Wilf's Solo (instrumental) 3:39
- 10 Roll Over Beethoven (BBC session) 7:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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