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The song functions as a "doom-laden news bulletin" from the year 2095. It is characterized by:

: While the news clips sound like genuine reports, they were actually voiced by Jeff Lynne and other band members during the recording process. electric_light_orchestra_here_is_the_news_offic...

"Here Is the News" by the Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) is a seminal track from their 1981 concept album, . This "long piece" (which runs approximately 3 minutes and 49 seconds) serves as a sonic centerpiece that bridges the gap between orchestral rock and the burgeoning synth-pop of the 1980s. The Concept: A Bulletin from 2095 The song functions as a "doom-laden news bulletin"

: Despite its electronic leanings, it maintains ELO’s signature symphonic roots through string arrangements conducted by Rainer Pietsch. electric_light_orchestra_here_is_the_news_offic...