Ep. 44 - Electric Light Orchestra: "El Dorado"

02/02/25 • 63 min

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Honest & Unmerciful Record Review Podcast

Pete and Brian return with a journey through "El Dorado", the 1974 concept album by Electric Light Orchestra. Jeff Lynne and Co. craft a record that's sometimes a cinematic throwback with its orchestration, and sometimes a progressive-leaning rock LP. Does the "concept" hold up and is the variety a feature or a bug? Tune in to find out! Episode originally released 2 February 2025.

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