Artículos / articles
ABBA Voyage producers: 'The possibilities were always there but perhaps it took us to venture ahead' [Music Week]
ABBA Voyage should come to New York [New York Times]
27/11/25
26/11/25
24/11/25
MUERE (ABBA'S) JAN KLING died
Ha muerto Jan Kling a los 85 años. Jan participó como saxofonista y flautista en varios álbumes de Abba. Su participación más icónica es la introducción de flauta de "FERNANDO", pero también participó en "ARRIVAL", "VOULEZ-VOUS", "SUPER TROUPER" y "THE VISITORS". DEP.
Jan Kling has died at the age of 85. Jan took part as saxophonist and flautist on several Abba albums. His most iconic work was the flute intro on "FERNANDO", but he also worked on "ARRIVAL", "VOULEZ-VOUS", "SUPER TROUPER" & "THE VISITORS". RIP.
Video "FERNANDO", Abba:
21/11/25
ENTREVISTA LUZ CASAL interview @ "·HOY POR HOY", CADENA SER
Video entrevista/interview Luz Casal @ "Hoy por hoy", Cadena SER:
15/11/25
FRIDA 80!
Anni-Frid Lyngstad de ABBA cumple 80 años – Una voz que definió una era
El 15 de noviembre de 2025, el mundo celebra el 80º cumpleaños de Anni-Frid Lyngstad — “Frida” — una de los cuatro miembros icónicos de ABBA y una de las voces más distintivas de la música pop.
Elegante, poderosa y profundamente expresiva, la voz de Frida ayudó a definir el sonido atemporal de ABBA — desde la grandeza de “Fernando”, “Money, Money, Money” y “Super Trouper” hasta la profundidad emocional de “Knowing Me, Knowing You”, “When All Is Said and Done” y “I Let the Music Speak”. Sin embargo, su arte va mucho más allá de ABBA, con aclamados trabajos en solitario y un compromiso de por vida con la música, la cultura y la compasión.
Nacida en Noruega en 1945 y criada en Suecia, Frida comenzó a actuar de adolescente en bandas locales antes de ganar New Faces en 1967 — un punto de inflexión que la llevó a apariciones televisivas y sus primeras grabaciones en solitario. Su álbum debut mostró a una artista con un rango emocional excepcional y una precisión vocal única.
Con ABBA, Frida conquistó el mundo — giró por Escandinavia, Europa, América del Norte, Australia y Japón — aportando tanto glamour como humanidad a los escenarios. Su energía, magnetismo y conexión con el público se convirtieron en leyenda. “El intercambio de energía entre nosotros en el escenario y el público fue absolutamente increíble”, recordó una vez.
Después de ABBA, su carrera en solitario floreció. “Something’s Going On” (1982), producida por Phil Collins, alcanzó éxito internacional con el tema “I Know There’s Something Going On”. Continuó explorando nuevos territorios musicales con “Shine” (1984) y más tarde regresó a su idioma natal con “Djupa Andetag” (1996) — un álbum profundamente personal que refleja madurez, introspección y conciencia ambiental.
En 1992, Frida llevó su compromiso ambiental al escenario organizando el evento benéfico televisado “Konsert på Slottsgården” (“Concierto en el Patio del Palacio Real”) en el Stockholm Royal Palace, realizado en presencia de la familia real sueca y ante un público en vivo. El concierto contó con actuaciones de Frida junto a Marie Fredriksson (Roxette), Tomas Ledin y otros, aumentando la conciencia nacional sobre temas ambientales. Fue acompañado por un sencillo benéfico con “Änglamark” y “Saltwater.”
La carrera de Frida siempre ha reflejado una curiosidad sin miedo — una búsqueda constante de nuevas dimensiones para su voz más allá de ABBA. Exploró el pop teatral con Daniel Balavoine en “Belle” y B.A. Robertson en “Time”, aportó profundidad escandinava moderna a “Så länge vi har varann” (y su versión en inglés “As Long As I Have You”) con Ratata, y encontró calma espiritual en sus grabaciones con el compositor suizo Dan Daniell, incluyendo “Lieber Gott”, “I Have a Dream” y “1865.” Con Filippa Giordano, unió la gracia clásica y el pop en “La Barcarolle”, mientras su trabajo con Georg Wadenius en “Morning Has Broken” reveló una simplicidad íntima. Su luminosa colaboración con Jon Lord en “The Sun Will Shine Again” capturó su fuerza espiritual, y su interpretación en español de “Andante, Andante” con Arturo Sandoval demostró que su voz sigue siendo valiente, generosa y sin límites de género.
Más allá de la música, Frida ha sido una voz de tolerancia y empatía. “Mi lema es vivir en paz y respetar todas las diferentes religiones, sexualidades y orígenes étnicos… Aplaudo a todos los que defienden la libertad de expresión y las diferencias de opinión”, compartió en los canales oficiales de ABBA.
Hoy, mientras la música de ABBA continúa uniendo generaciones — a través de ABBA Voyage, musicales, largometrajes, series de televisión y retrospectivas culturales — el arte de Frida sigue siendo su corazón: cálido, valiente y auténtico.
Mientras el mundo celebra su 80º año, honramos una vida en la música — y una voz que sigue hablando a la humanidad.
Feliz 80º cumpleaños, Frida.
Anni-Frid Lyngstad of ABBA Turns 80 – A Voice That Defined an Era
On November 15, 2025, the world celebrates the 80th birthday of Anni-Frid Lyngstad — “Frida” — one of the four iconic members of ABBA and one of the most distinctive voices in pop music.
Elegant, powerful, and deeply expressive, Frida’s voice helped define ABBA’s timeless sound — from the grandeur of “Fernando” “Money, Money, Money” and “Super Trouper” to the emotional depth of “Knowing Me, Knowing You”, “When All Is Said and Done” and “I Let the Music Speak.” Yet her artistry extends far beyond ABBA, through acclaimed solo work and a lifelong commitment to music, culture, and compassion.
Born in Norway in 1945 and raised in Sweden, Frida began performing as a teenager in local bands before winning New Faces in 1967 — a breakthrough that led to television appearances and her first solo recordings. Her debut album showcased an artist of rare emotional range and vocal precision.
With ABBA, Frida conquered the world — touring Scandinavia, Europe, North America, Australia, and Japan — bringing both glamour and grounded humanity to the stage. Her performance energy, magnetic presence, and connection with audiences became legendary. “The energy exchange between us on stage and the audience was absolutely amazing,” she once recalled.
After ABBA, her solo career flourished. “Something’s Going On” (1982) produced by Phil Collins, achieved international success with the hit “I Know There’s Something Going On”. She continued to explore new musical territories with “Shine” (1984) and later returned to her native language with “Djupa Andetag” (1996) — a deeply personal album reflecting maturity, introspection and environmental awareness.
In 1992, Frida brought her environmental commitment to the stage by organizing the televised charity event “Konsert på Slottsgården” (“Concert at the Royal Court”) at Stockholm Royal Palace, held in the presence of the Swedish royal family and a live audience. The concert featured performances by Frida together with Marie Fredriksson (Roxette), Tomas Ledin and others, raising nationwide awareness for environmental causes. It was accompanied by a charity single featuring “Änglamark” and “Saltwater.”
Frida’s career has always reflected fearless curiosity — a constant search for new dimensions in her voice beyond ABBA. She explored theatrical pop with Daniel Balavoine on “Belle” and B.A. Robertson on “Time” brought modern Scandinavian depth to “Så länge vi har varann” (and English version “As Long As I Have You”) with Ratata, and found spiritual calm in her recordings with Swiss songwriter Dan Daniell, including “Lieber Gott”, “I Have a Dream” and “1865.” With Filippa Giordano, she bridged pop and classical grace on “La Barcarolle” while her work with Georg Wadenius on “Morning Has Broken” revealed intimate simplicity. Her luminous collaboration with Jon Lord on “The Sun Will Shine Again” captured her soulful strength, and her Spanish interpretation of “Andante, Andante” with Arturo Sandoval proved that her voice remains as bold, generous, and genre-defying as ever.
Beyond music, Frida has been a voice for tolerance and empathy. “My motto is to live in peace and respect all the different religions, people’s sexualities, and ethnic origins… I salute all those who stand up for free speech and differences of opinion,” she shared on ABBA’s official channels.
Today, as ABBA’s music continues to unite generations — through ABBA Voyage, stage musicals, motion pictures, television series and cultural retrospectives — Frida’s artistry remains at its heart: warm, fearless, and true.
As the world celebrates her 80th year, we honor a life in music — and a voice that continues to speak to humanity.
Happy 80th Birthday, Frida.
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Información gracias a / Information thanks to:
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Videos FRIDA TURNS 80:
13/11/25
"...WHEN I CALLED YOU LAST NIGHT FROM GLASGOW"
"I was sick and tired of everything
when I called you last night from Glasgow.
All I do is eat and sleep and sing,
wishing every show was the last show.
And it’s gonna be so different
when I’m on the stage tonight."
Hoy (13 Nov) en 1979, ABBA actuaron en vivo en el concierto del Teatro Apollo en Glasgow, Escocia.
Today (13 Nov) en 1979, ABBA play live in concert at Apollo Theatre in Glasgow, Scotland.
11/11/25
LIVING IN A BOX'S RICHARD DARBYSHIRE DEP / RIP
Ayer murió a los 65 años Richard Darbyshire, líder del grupo Living in a Box desde 1985 hasta 1990 en que los dejó.
Richard Darbyshire died yesterday at the age of 65. He was leader of the band Living in a Box since 1985 until 1990 when he split with them.
Video "LIVING IN A BOX":
LUZ, 67
Luz Casal cumple hoy 67 años a punto de lanzar su nuevo álbum "ME VOY A PERMITIR".
¡Felicidades!
Luz Casal is 67 today about to release her new album "ME VOY A PERMITIR". Happy birthday!
10/11/25
FRIDA 80: "ENSAM" 50º
En la semana que Frida cumple 80 años, su disco en solitario "ENSAM" cumple hoy 50 años.
In the week Frida turns 80, her solo-album "ENSAM" celebrates 50 years today.
"FRIDA ENSAM" (1975)
Frida gave “Fernando” its first heartbeat — before ABBA took it to the stars
In late summer 1975, Frida appeared on the Swedish TV show Sommarnöjet at Skansen in Stockholm, performing “Syrtaki” and “Aldrig mer.” These early performances offered a first glimpse of her forthcoming solo album — Frida Ensam (Frida Alone).
The album was recorded at Glen Studio in Långängen, Stockholm during the summer of 1975. Agnetha Fältskog did not participate in the sessions with backing vocals, as she was simultaneously working on her own solo album. Produced by Benny Andersson, the project featured much of the extended ABBA family of musicians and Björn Ulvaeus.
One of the highlights was Frida’s hauntingly beautiful Swedish version of “Fernando” (initially titled Tango), delivered with intense emotions and intimacy.
Released by Polar Music on November 10, 1975, the album ‘Frida Ensam’ became a defining moment in her career — a critically acclaimed and commercially triumphant solo album that showcased Frida’s expressive depth beyond ABBA. The record included Swedish-language versions of international hits, reimagined through her personal interpretations and striking vocal control.
The standout was the Swedish version of “Fernando” that entered Svensktoppen in December 1975 and quickly reached No. 1, and remaining there for an astonishing nine consecutive weeks — a record-breaking achievement that confirmed Frida’s immense popularity as a solo artist.
Although never released as a commercial single in Sweden, Fernando dominated radio airplay and topped Svensktoppen for nine weeks. The single was issued in Norway and Denmark, where it resulted in strong radio rotation, further cementing Frida’s reputation outside ABBA. Written by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus with lyrics by Stig Anderson, “Fernando” was later re-recorded in English for ABBA’s international release in 1976. That version went on to become one of ABBA’s biggest global hits, selling million of copies and earning multiple gold awards worldwide.
In Sweden, the album ‘Frida Ensam’ debuted straight at No. 1 and went on to sell more than 130,000 copies — an extraordinary figure for its time and a milestone in Swedish pop history.
Reflecting on the project, Frida told VeckoRevyn:
“I’ve chosen songs that were impossible for me to sing within ABBA. It’s good for me to sing on my own sometimes, but I don’t want to mix my solo work with ABBA’s work. ABBA is most important right now.”
Before Christmas 1975, Frida personally signed copies of the album at Åhléns department store in Stockholm — where thousands of fans gathered to meet her in what became a joyful, almost chaotic celebration of admiration and affection.
Fifty years later, Frida Ensam still stands as one of the great Swedish pop albums of its era — confident, elegant, and entirely her own.
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Sources:
Rafaels and Stefans pictures
Polar Music / Polar Studios archives
Sveriges Radio – Svensktoppen archives
VeckoRevyn
Expressen, Svenska Dagbladet, Aftonbladet
SVT
Carl Magnus Palm – ABBA: The Complete Recording Sessions
Happy 50th Anniversary "FRIDA Ensam"
Today, 50 years ago, on November 10th, 1975, FRIDA`s NR. 1 album "Ensam" was released with bombastic success!
"Frida Ensam" was recorded in KMH Studio and mixed at Metronome Studio in Stockholm. Benny Andersson plays all the pianos and keyboards, while the rest of the musicians are very much the same team who played on ABBA's records. First recordings and preparations started in 1974 but, due to the rising popularity of ABBA, the album took over 18 months to complete and was recorded between sessions and promotion for the ABBA albums Waterloo and ABBA. The album was a huge success in Sweden topping the album charts for six weeks and spending a total of 38 weeks in the charts. The Swedish version of "Fernando" topped the Svensktoppen radio chart for nine weeks. A classic album by FRIDA, which will be timeless! HAPPY 50th ANNIVERSARY.
8/11/25
LA MALETA DE ANA TORROJA's suitcase
Estreno de otra nueva canción de Ana Torroja "LA MALETA".
The release of Ana Torroja's new song "LA MALETA".
Video "LA MALETA", Ana Torroja:
5/11/25
ABBA "VOYAGE" 4 AÑOS / years & CRÍTICAS DEL ÁLBUM / album reviews
Fourth anniversary of ABBA "VOYAGE", after having waited 39 years. Including reviews that appeared when released.
RITORNO A VIA DALMA
Sergio Dalma regresa a las canciones italianas con un nuevo disco de canciones clásicas del país en su "RITORNO A VIA DALMA". Su primer single es una versión del tema de Laura Pausini "ENTRE TÚ Y MIL MARES". Incluye versiones de canciones de Carrá, Mina, Battiato, Zucchero, Albano-Romina y Eros Ramazzoti.
Sergio Dalma returns to Italian songs on his new album of classic songs from this country on his "RITORNO A VIA DALMA". His first single is the cover of Laura Pausini's hit "ENTRE TÚ Y MIL MARES". Including covers of Carrá, Mina, Battiato, Zucchero, Albano-Romina & Eros Ramazzoti.
Video "ENTRE TÚ Y MIL MARES", Sergio Dalma:
4/11/25
MUERE KARIN GLENMARK dies
Ha muerto a los 73 años Karin Glenmark, cantante sueca que en los 80 junto a su hermano Anders formó el dúo Gemini con dos álbumes producidos por Benny y Björn y también formó parte del elenco de su musical "CHESS". DEP.
Swedish singer Karin Glenmark has died at the age of 73. In the 80s she formed the duo Gemini together with her brother Anders with two albums produced by Benny & Bjõrn. She also was part of the cast of their musical "CHESS". RIP.
Audio fragmentos canciones / excerpts songs 1985:
Video Karin Glenmark in memoriam:
Video on Gemini album 40ª anniversary:
3/11/25
ABBA'S "SUPER TROUPER" ALBUM 45º
Hoy es el 45º aniversario de la edición del álbum "SUPER TROUPER" de ABBA.
Today marks the 45th anniversary of the release of ABBA's album "SUPER TROUPER"
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