Eloy is a German rock band founded in 1969 by guitarist Frank Bornemann, best known for their progressive rock sound. Founded in 1969 by Frank Bornemann, the band has gone through numerous line‑up changes, with Bornemann remaining the only constant member. In the 1980s, after several major departures, Bornemann steered the group toward a more commercial direction. In later years, former members returned, and in 1998 the band released Ocean 2, marking a return to the symphonic progressive rock style for which Eloy had become known. Although the band built a large following in Germany, they never achieved significant popularity in the United States. The name Eloy is derived from the futuristic human race in H. G. Wells’ novel The Time Machine (spelled “Eloi” in the book). Bornemann explained the choice of name by referring to Wells’ depiction of humanity 800,000 years in the future, where the Eloi represent a new beginning for mankind. He drew a parallel with the late 1960s German rock scene, where most bands played cover songs rather than original material, and record deals for German groups were rare. Eloy’s formation symbolized a fresh start in a musical landscape where German bands were often considered second‑rate in their own country.
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Point Of No Return
Prisoner In Mind
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Land Of Nobody
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