Electric Light Orchestra Balance Of Power

Year/Genre: 1986, Pop Rock
Matrix #: 746440048
Condition: NM (was sealed, only opened to verify condition)

Cultural Facts:

1. Balance of Power marked the final ELO album of the classic Jeff Lynne era before their 2001 revival, signaling the groups shift from symphonic rock to sleek synth-driven pop.

2. Recorded at Musicland Studios in Munich, it featured heavy use of the Yamaha DX7, reflecting the glossy mid-80s production trends.

3. Drummer Bev Bevans limited participation foreshadowed ELOs breakup, making this album a document of transition within the band.

4. The single Calling America became a modest hit and served as a farewell to the space-age optimism that had defined ELOs sound since the early 70s.

Price Suggestions:
NM: $18$22
VG+: $14$16
VG: $10$12
G: $6$8
10/21/25 tc