Electric Universe is the thirteenth studio album by American band Earth, Wind & Fire, released in November 1983 on Columbia Records.

"[24] Connie Johnson of the Los Angeles Times proclaimed that "the album focuses on dance and romance as opposed to the more serious ideals of cosmic bliss and brotherhood that this eight-member aggregation usually espouses.

Samuels added "Although most of the cuts here are characterized by mellow overtures, midway through the disc, colourful kalimba choruses and airy harmonies capture the high spirits of this nine member aggregation".

[17] Roger Catlin of the Omaha World Herald, in a four out of five star review, declared "Synthesizers and new technology get a workout here, but there is still fine vocalizing at the core - but also too many ballads".

[22] With a three out of five stars review Matty Karas of Rolling Stone described Electric Universe as being full of "sensuous, and at times, rock oriented dance material".

"[26] Phyl Garland of Stereo Review wrote "Although 'Electric Universe' does not scintillate with Earth, Wind & Fire's usual brilliance, it's skilfully crafted and worth a listen".

[27][28] Rick Shefchik of Knight Ridder, in a 7/10 review stated "Fearing more of Maurice White's cosmic pablum, I was glad to notice the shift to concrete r&b on Side One, while the band retains its breathy mix of horns and voices".

"[21] Prentis Rogers of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution wrote: "In fact, the entire album holds up well lyrically and musically with a noticeable but not overpowering rock flavor.

"[29] Don McLeese of the Chicago Sun Times also gave Electric Universe an honourable mention in his list of the top ten albums of 1983.