TIME

"Time" is the most focused and introverted album since "Eldorado" or "On the third day". Frankly, I'm quite glad he got rid of the string section as this was bringing nothing more than colouring to the sound. With the basic 4-group band, each of the members apart from the bass player is more audible, that goes in particular for the excellent keyboard contribution and trademark powerhouse drumming which is so typical for 80's ELO. Songwriting on "Time" is less derivative of Beatles and 70's hooks. We hear more new wave, album rock and conceptual thinking. And do you recognize the Orbison's vocal influence on Lynne?

Less commercialism in the record is directly proportional to the increased album depth. Many listeners consider this rightfully to be one of ELO's highlights. Former prog rock roots are recognizable in the prologue and epilogue tracks whereas the obligatory rock'n'roll number is characterized by the distracting "Hold on tight". Essential listening for ELO fans and any ambitious pop listeners.

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