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The Electric Light Orchestra, often abbreviated as ELO, is the self-titled debut studio album by the English rock band Electric Light Orchestra. Released in 1971, the album showcases a fusion of rock and orchestral music, featuring lush string arrangements and innovative production techniques. It laid the groundwork for the band's unique sound, which would evolve in subsequent albums. The album's blend of rock with orchestral elements has been influential in the development of progressive rock and symphonic rock genres, earning the band a dedicated following.