Electric Light Orchestra No Answer 1972 US 1st Press VG+/VG+ ELO

ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTA - NO ANSWER

Discover the groundbreaking genesis of progressive cellos and orchestral rock with Electric Light Orchestra's debut US release, No Answer. Co-founded by Roy Wood and Jeff Lynne following their departure from The Move, this 1972 release showcases a daring, experimental blend of rock instrumentation, baroque woodwinds, and layered, multitracked cellos. Famous for its humorous title—concocted after a United Artists executive called the band's management for the album title, received no answer, and wrote the note down as the official title—the LP features the breakout, baroque-pop masterwork "10538 Overture". A foundational landmark for progressive rock enthusiasts, this album laid the groundwork for the symphonic pop behemoth ELO would become throughout the rest of the decade.

1972 US release by United Artists Records, catalog # UAS 5573.  First pressing.

Sleeve grades VG+.  A little bit of edge wear on top/bottom but otherwise in great shape.  Includes original lyric insert in excellent condition.

Vinyl grades VG+.  Play tests crisp and clear with no issues/deficiencies.  Disc is pretty clean but has a handful of light surface marks and hairlines on each side that don't impact playback.