Wembley or bust
Electric Light Orchestra · 2017
98 min · 53 tracks · pop rock · progressive rock · rock & roll
A vibrant celebration of symphonic rock, blending orchestral flair with classic rock anthems in a live setting.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks celebratory live performance energy nostalgic sing-along moments
- Context
- Released in 2017, 'Wembley or Bust' captures Electric Light Orchestra at a pivotal moment, marking their return to the stage after years of hiatus. This live album showcased their enduring appeal and classic hits, coinciding with a resurgence in interest for legacy acts from the 70s and 80s.
- If you like
- pop rock, progressive rock, rock & roll
Wembley or bust is an album by Electric Light Orchestra, released in 2017. A vibrant celebration of symphonic rock, blending orchestral flair with classic rock anthems in a live setting. 'Wembley or Bust' debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, highlighting Electric Light Orchestra's lasting popularity. The album not only brought renewed attention to their catalog but also demonstrated the band's ability to connect with both longtime fans and new listeners alike. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Wembley or bust sound like?
A vibrant celebration of symphonic rock, blending orchestral flair with classic rock anthems in a live setting. Rooted in pop rock and progressive rock.
What makes Wembley or bust by Electric Light Orchestra notable?
'Wembley or Bust' debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, highlighting Electric Light Orchestra's lasting popularity. The album not only brought renewed attention to their catalog but also demonstrated the band's ability to connect with both longtime fans and new listeners alike. Released in 2017, 'Wembley or Bust' captures Electric Light Orchestra at a pivotal moment, marking their return to the stage after years of hiatus. This live album showcased their enduring appeal and classic hits, coinciding with a resurgence in interest for legacy acts from the 70s and 80s.
Who is Wembley or bust for?
Wembley or bust works well if you're into dynamic journey with peaks, celebratory live performance energy and nostalgic sing-along moments.
How many songs are on Wembley or bust?
Wembley or bust has 53 tracks, running approximately 98 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Standin’ in the Rain 4:11
- 2 Evil Woman Standout 4:36
- 3 All Over the World 4:01
- 4 Showdown 4:15
- 5 Livin’ Thing Standout 4:10
- 6 Do Ya 4:13
- 7 When I Was a Boy 3:29
- 8 Handle With Care 3:46
- 9 Last Train to London 4:24
- 10 Xanadu 3:23
- 11 Rockaria! 3:21
- 12 Can’t Get It Out of My Head 4:46
Disc 2
- 1 10538 Overture 4:49
- 2 Twilight 4:45
- 3 Ma‐Ma‐Ma Belle 4:07
- 4 Shine a Little Love 3:54
- 5 Wild West Hero 4:10
- 6 Sweet Talkin’ Woman 3:44
- 7 Telephone Line 4:56
- 8 Turn to Stone 4:01
- 9 Don’t Bring Me Down 4:15
- 10 Mr. Blue Sky Standout 5:11
- 11 Roll Over Beethoven 6:11
Disc 3
- 1 Standing in the Rain
- 2 Evil Woman Standout
- 3 All Over the World
- 4 Showdown
- 5 Livin’ Thing Standout
- 6 Scene 1
- 7 Do Ya
- 8 When I Was a Boy
- 9 Handle With Care
- 10 Scene 2
- 11 Last Train to London
- 12 Xanadu
- 13 Rockaria!
- 14 Band Introduction
- 15 Can’t Get It Out of My Head
- 16 10358 Overture
- 17 Scene 3
- 18 Twilight
- 19 Ma‐ma‐ma Belle
- 20 Shine a Little Love
- 21 Wild West Hero
- 22 Scene 4
- 23 Sweet Talkin’ Woman
- 24 Telephone Line
- 25 Turn to Stone
- 26 Don’t Bring Me Down
- 27 Mr. Blue Sky Standout
- 28 Scene 5
- 29 Roll Over Beethoven
- 30 Credits
Release Date
January 1, 2017
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
98 min 38 sec
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