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British rock band renowned for fusing orchestral arrangements with rock and pop, creating a distinctive symphonic sound. Formed in Birmingham, UK, by Jeff Lynne, Roy Wood, and Bev Bevan after the dissolution of The Move. Released 11 studio albums between 1971–1986, achieving global success with chart-toppers like 'Mr. Blue Sky' and 'Don't Bring Me Down.' Disbanded in 1986 but revived multiple times, with Jeff Lynne leading contemporary iterations.

• Founding member Roy Wood abruptly left in 1972 after debut album tensions, later claiming he felt 'outnumbered' creatively; he formed Wizzard while Lynne steered ELO toward mainstream success.
• ELO's 1977 album 'Out of the Blue' featured a spaceship-themed stage set that malfunctioned during tours, including a notorious incident where violinist Mik Kaminski was nearly electrocuted.
• After disbandment, drummer Bev Bevan launched 'ELO Part II' in 1989 without Lynne's approval, sparking a bitter legal battle over naming rights resolved via out-of-court settlement.
• Jeff Lynne declined all reunion offers until 2000's poorly received album 'Zoom,' partly due to George Harrison's encouragement; Harrison, a close friend, performed at ELO's 2001 comeback concert before his death.
• Lynne rebranded the group as 'Jeff Lynne's ELO' in 2014 after regaining full control, leading to acclaimed albums/tours despite original members' absence; Bev Bevan denounced the project publicly.