ABBA at 50 by Carl Magnus Palm (English) Hardcover Book

Description: ABBA at 50 by Carl Magnus Palm The worlds leading Abba historian charts the journey of the Swedish quartet, from humble beginnings in post-war Sweden to global superstardom, in this full-colour illustrated book FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description An illustrated celebration of ABBA, from childhood through the Voyage album. Emerging 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 groups enduring legacy and much-loved musical repertoire of perfectly crafted pop. From the groups 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. AUTHOR: Carl Magnus Palm is regarded as the worlds leading ABBA historian. He has written or co-written eight ABBA books. Titles include, ABBA: The Complete Recordings, first published in 1994 (Century 22) and revised and expanded in 2017, it won the Association for Recorded Sound Collections Award for Best Popular Music Discography in 2018; and the critically acclaimed Bright Lights Dark Shadows: The Real Story of ABBA, (Omnibus, 2001), the first comprehensive ABBA biography. In addition, Carl Magnus Palm has co-produced a number of television programs about the band, contributed to Stockholms ABBA The Museum, and worked as a consultant to Polar Music in the reissuing of ABBAs music. 200 colour and b/w illustrations Author Biography Carl Magnus Palm is regarded as the worlds leading ABBA historian. He has written or co-written eight ABBA books. Titles include, ABBA: The Complete Recordings, first published in 1994 (Century 22) and revised and expanded in 2017, it won the Association for Recorded Sound Collections Award for Best Popular Music Discography in 2018; and the critically acclaimed Bright Lights Dark Shadows: The Real Story of ABBA, (Omnibus, 2001), the first comprehensive ABBA biography. In addition, Carl Magnus Palm has co-produced a number of television programs about the band, contributed to Stockholms ABBA The Museum, and worked as a consultant to Polar Music in the reissuing of ABBAs music. Review Fabulous read. An illustrated celebration of ABBA, from childhood through to the Voyage album. -- 5 star NetGalley reviewCarl Magnus Palm has produced a superb tribute to one of the greatest bands who ever lived. I expect it will be on everyones Christmas list this year and for many years to come. -- 5 star NetGalley reviewA delightful and well documented biography about one of the most influential band. It was a pleasure to read. So many memories... -- 5 star NetGalley review Description for Sales People 50 years since ABBAs first recording, People Need Love, was released ABBA released their first new music together in four decades in November 2021 on the album Voyager January 24 2022 was the premiere of Bj Details ISBN1786751011 Author Carl Magnus Palm Pages 240 Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 1786751011 ISBN-13 9781786751010 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2022-09-08 Imprint Palazzo Editions Ltd Place of Publication Bath Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2022-09-08 NZ Release Date 2022-09-08 UK Release Date 2022-09-08 Illustrations 200 b&w and colour illustrations DEWEY 782.421640922 Audience General Publisher Gemini Books Group Ltd We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:136635100;

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