Out of the Blue

Out of the Blue is a 1977 double album by Electric Light Orchestra that blends rock and pop songwriting with orchestral arrangements and dense studio production. The record pairs concise, radio-friendly songs with longer, suite-like compositions such as the multi-part "Concerto for a Rainy Day," and features layered strings, prominent synthesizer textures and vocal harmonies. It highlights the band's approach of fusing classical instrumentation and studio experimentation with melodic pop hooks to create a big, cinematic sound.