The Ultimate Biography of ABBA
Focusing on the rise and fall of a legendary group, this biography offers deep insights into their journey, capturing both the brilliance and the challenges they faced. It delves into the dynamics of their relationships and the cultural impact they had, providing a nuanced perspective on their legacy. The narrative combines compelling storytelling with thorough research, making it a definitive account for fans and newcomers alike.
An illustrated celebration of ABBA, from childhood through the Voyage albumEmerging victorious from Eurovision in 1974 with winning tune “Waterloo,” ABBA catapulted to fame and captured hearts across the world with their melodic and ever-so catchy pop songs. Formed in Stockholm in 1972 by Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson, and Anni-Frid Lyngstad, ABBA became one of the most commercially successful acts in the history of popular music, topping the charts worldwide from 1974 to 1982 with classic hits such as “Dancing Queen,” “Gimme, Gimme, Gimmie,” and “Knowing Me, Knowing You”. Their total record sales are estimated at more than 150 million; only the Beatles have sold more.ABBA at 50 charts the journey of the Swedish quartet, from humble beginnings in post-war Sweden to global superstardom. Beautifully illustrated with essential images, it examines the group’s enduring legacy and much-loved musical repertoire of perfectly crafted pop. From the group’s outlandish outfits to the toll commercial success took on the private lives of the two married couples, this book is a must for all ABBA fans.
This new edition of the best-selling Abba book has been substantially updated and revised.
With their irresistible brand of pop, ABBA was the band that made dancing queens groove, the group that never met its Waterloo, the winner that took it all. They outsold and outperformed all their rivals throughout the 1970s, inspired a hit show that's run for decades, and served as the soundtrack for beloved movies. This magnificent tribute, written by the director of the ABBA Museum in Stockholm, takes an intimate, humorous look at the iconic quartet. In addition to brand-new interviews with all four members and backstage staff who have rarely if ever spoken about their work, it features never-before-seen images and removable facsimile memorabilia--including diaries, lyrics, a handwritten set list, and more. Every fan will treasure this unique volume
The definitive portrait of one of the world's all-time great pop groups. Covers all aspects of the ABBA members' lives and careers: the pre-ABBA days, the amazing success story of the 70s and beyond, the marriages and divorces, the business empire and the solo careers after the breakup. A major biography skillfully set in the context of Swedish culture and global fame.
Abba were one of the biggest global pop phenomena of the 1970s. Their 1974 Eurovision win led to a string of hits around the world, and in recent years their music has enjoyed a huge revival. But despite their global fame and the continuing fascination with all things ABBA, the group have never before given their blessing to an official book - until now.