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ABBA

ABBA is a Swedish pop group formed in Stockholm in 1972. The band's name is an acronym of the first letters of their first names: Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson, and Anni-Frid Lyngstad. The group became one of the most commercially successful acts in the history of popular music, topping the charts worldwide from the mid-1970s to the early 1980s.

ABBA's music is known for its catchy melodies, elaborate vocal harmonies, and sophisticated production. The group's sound was a blend of pop, rock, and disco, and their songs often featured upbeat tempos and optimistic lyrics. Some of their most popular hits include "Dancing Queen," "Mamma Mia," "Take a Chance on Me," and "Waterloo."

ABBA's success was not limited to their music. They were also known for their distinctive fashion sense, incorporating glittery jumpsuits and platform shoes into their stage outfits. The band's image helped them stand out in a crowded music industry and contributed to their global popularity.

Despite their immense success, ABBA disbanded in 1982, with each member pursuing solo projects. However, their music continued to be popular, and they were eventually inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2010. In 2018, the group announced that they were reuniting to release new music, much to the excitement of their fans.


ABBA (1973 - ? ) Albums:
  1. "Ring Ring" (1973)
  2. "Waterloo" (1974) - Single: "Waterloo"
  3. "ABBA" (1975)
  4. "Arrival" (1976)
  5. "The Album" (1977)
  6. "Voulez-Vous" (1979)
  7. "Super Trouper" (1980)
  8. "The Visitors" (1981)
  9. "I Love Abba" (1984)
  10. "ABBA Live" (1986)

Compilations:
  1. "Greatest Hits, Vol. 1" (1976)
  2. "Greatest Hits, Vol. 2" (1979)
  3. "ABBA, The Singles, The First Ten Years" (1982)
  4. "The Collection" (1988)
  5. "Gold: Greatest Hits" (1992)
  6. "Thank You For The Music" (4-CD box set) (1995)
  7. "Forever Gold" (2-CDs) (1998)
  8. "20th Century Masters: The Millennium Collection" (2000)
  9. "The Definitive Collection" (2-CDs) (2001)

Anni-Frid "Frida" Synni-Lyngstad-Fredriksson-Andersson solo:
  1. "Something's Going On" (1982)
  2. "Shine" (1984)
  3. "Djupa Andetag" (1996)

Agnetha "Anna" Faltskog solo:
  1. "Nu Tandas Tusen Juleljus" (1980) - Christmas album.
  2. "Wrap Your Arms Around Me" (1983)
  3. "Eyes Of A Woman" (1985)
  4. "I Stand Alone" (1987)
  5. "That's Me - The Greatest Hits" (1998)
  6. "My Love My Life" (1999)
  7. "10 Ar Med Agnetha" (2000)

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