Why is it called 10538 Overture?

The song is about an escaped prisoner; Lynne wanted to give the character in the song a number, as opposed to a name, and he chanced upon the number 1053 while looking at the mixing console. Wood suggested adding an “8” to fit the melody better.

Who sang lead vocals on 10538 Overture?

Electric Light Orchestra
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What album is 10538 Overture on?

The Electric Light Orchestra
10538 Overture (Quad SQ Mix) [2004 Remaster]/Album

When was ELO most popular?

During the 1970s and 1980s, ELO released a string of top 10 albums and singles, including two LPs that reached the top of British charts: the disco-inspired Discovery (1979) and the science-fiction-themed concept album Time (1981).

What’s the meaning of the number 10538 Overture?

The number 10538 symbolises the fact that the man was little more than a number to everyone else. After the man commits suicide the news comes on and identifies him, as if he is suddenly somehow more important in death than he was in life.

When did 10538 Overture by Electric Light Orchestra come out?

The B-side to “10538 Overture” was “First Movement (Jumping Biz)”, an instrumental by Wood. The song first appeared on the band’s debut album The Electric Light Orchestra in 1971 and features Wood on classical guitar, oboe and cello.

Why did Jeff Lynne make the 10538 Overture?

10538 Overture was an idea that Jeff (Lynne) brought along to the studio which was originally to be a Move track. After recording the basic backing track, the other guys went home, leaving Jeff and myself to run riot with the overdubs. At the time, I was very keen on collecting instruments, and had just acquired a cheap Chinese cello.

What was the serial number for Electric Light Orchestra?

Lynne wanted the lyrics to be about a man who had a number rather than a name. 1053 was the serial number of the desk Lynne used to write this. They added the 8 and included the word “Overture” to make it clear they were an orchestra. The album was first released in the UK as Electric Light Orchestra.

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