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50 Years of ABBA: Celebrating the Iconic Band's Eurovision Victory and Enduring Legacy

As ABBA marks the 50th anniversary of their Eurovision win with Waterloo, retrospectives highlight the band's monumental impact on pop music.

Overview

  • Fifty years after ABBA's breakthrough win at the 1974 Eurovision song contest with 'Waterloo', the moment is celebrated as a pivotal point in pop history.
  • The 1974 Eurovision contest, lacking in contemporary pop influence, was transformed by ABBA's performance, setting a new standard for future entries.
  • ABBA's enduring legacy includes selling 150 million records worldwide, inspiring the musical 'Mamma Mia', and influencing generations of musicians.
  • A recent ranking of ABBA's top songs underscores their broad catalog of hits, from 'Dancing Queen' to 'Fernando', showcasing the band's diverse musical talent.
  • The band's reunion for the album 'Voyage' and the digital performance project 'ABBA Voyage' continue to bring their timeless music to new audiences.