Electric Light Orchestra began with the premise of following through on what the Beatles had accomplished bringing classical arrangements to a rock ‘n’ roll aesthetic while seeing how much ...
Whether it was hitting a fire extinguisher instead of a cowbell or recording the drums in a bathroom to capture more reverb, ELO were open to innovation.
“Slippin’ Away” peaked at No. 39, is Dave’s last song to date to crack the Hot 100’s Top 40. The synthesizer on the track was played by longtime ELO keyboardist Richard Tandy.