Strange Magic: The Best of Electric Light Orchestra
122 min · 29 tracks · pop rock · progressive rock · rock & roll
A sweeping blend of orchestral arrangements and rock sensibilities that define a unique sonic landscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with varied energy
- sweeping orchestral arrangements throughout
- nostalgic sing-along moments
- for afternoon drives
- wave-like pacing keeps interest
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike orchestral elements in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1989, 'Strange Magic' serves as a retrospective compilation during ELO's hiatus, encapsulating their journey from the early '70s through the '80s. This collection showcases their evolution, featuring tracks from their most commercially successful albums, like 'Out of the Blue' and 'Discovery'. At this point, frontman Jeff Lynne had shifted towards solo projects but returned to highlight the band's rich legacy.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Yes· The Moody Blues· Genesis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 10538 Overture 5:32
- 2 Roll Over Beethoven 8:10
- 3 Showdown 4:11
- 4 Daybreaker 3:30
- 5 Ma-Ma-Ma Belle 4:12
- 6 Can't Get It Out of My Head 4:21
- 7 Boy Blue 5:20
- 8 Evil Woman 4:21
- 9 Strange Magic 4:31
- 10 Livin' Thing 3:34
- 11 Do Ya 3:46
- 12 Telephone Line 4:41
- 13 Rockaria! 3:13
Disc 2
- 1 Turn to Stone 3:49
- 2 Sweet Talkin' Woman 3:50
- 3 Mr. Blue Sky 5:04
- 4 It's Over 4:10
- 5 Shine a Little Love 4:43
- 6 Don't Bring Me Down 4:04
- 7 Confusion 3:42
- 8 Last Train to London 4:32
- 9 Hold On Tight 3:07
- 10 Twilight 3:43
- 11 Rain Is Falling 3:57
- 12 Rock 'n' Roll Is King 3:18
- 13 Four Little Diamonds 4:05
- 14 Stranger 4:29
- 15 Calling America 3:30
- 16 So Serious 2:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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