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Mar 3, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: February 17, 1986 Balance of Power by Electric Light Orchestra Released.

On this day, March 3 1986, Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) released their 11th studio album, Balance of Power. The album marked a significant moment in ELO’s history as it was their final studio release before disbanding for over a decade. It reached #49 on the Billboard charts and featured a more streamlined, synth-driven sound, reflecting the evolving music landscape of the mid-80s.

The album included singles such as Calling America, So Serious, and Getting to the Point, with Calling...

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Last edited: Feb 15, 2026