Elo - Rock'n Roll Is King Apr 2026

It mentions "rolling over Beethoven," a clear reference to both the Chuck Berry classic and ELO's own 1973 hit cover of "Roll Over Beethoven".

The song remains a fan favorite and a frequent closer for Jeff Lynne's live performances, including his massive 2014 Hyde Park concert . ELO - Rock'n roll is king

is an upbeat, high-energy track by the Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) , released in June 1983 as the lead single from their eleventh studio album, Secret Messages . The song is widely recognized as a joyous tribute to the roots of the genre, marking a stylistic shift back to traditional rock and roll during an era dominated by synthesizers. Recording and Production It mentions "rolling over Beethoven," a clear reference