ABBA Recording New Music for the First Time in 35 Years
The quartet called their return to the studio "an extremely joyful experience"
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ABBA fans, rejoice: Everyone’s favorite Swedish musical exports have announced they’ve recorded their first new songs in more than 35 years, calling their return to the studio “an extremely joyful experience.”
As one of the 1970s’ most iconic acts, ABBA remains among the best-selling groups of all time, with more than 140 million records sold, their best-selling album being 1992’s Gold: Greatest Hits. The group, which comprised married couples Agnetha Fältskog and Björn Ulvaeus, and Benny Andersson and Anni-Frid Lyngstad, disbanded in 1982. They’re best known for signature hits like “Waterloo,” “Fernando,” “Mamma Mia” and the immortal dance-floor classic “Dancing Queen.” The group saw a 21st century spike in popularity with the hit musical Mamma Mia! and its film adaptation. A sequel to the film, Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, is set to premiere on July 20.