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Step back into 1974 and relive the night pop history changed forever. With Waterloo, ABBA weren't just Eurovision winners - they became international icons, launching one of the greatest careers in music. In Iconic Albums: ABBA - Waterloo, Richard Ward takes you deep into the story behind the album that started it all. Across 35 detailed chapters, discover: The road from Sweden's folk and pop scene to Eurovision glory. Behind-the-scenes stories of recording at Polar Studios. Track-by-track explorations of every song, from the smash hit Waterloo to hidden gems like Gonna Sing You My Lovesong. The unforgettable Eurovision performance - costumes, camp, and the moment of victory. How Waterloo conquered the UK and even cracked America. The album's evolving legacy through reissues, theatre, and pop culture. Packed with history, analysis, and fresh perspective, this book is both a celebration of ABBA's first international triumph and a guide to why Waterloo still matters fifty years later. Whether you're a lifelong ABBA fan or new to their music, this is the definitive story of the album that turned four Swedes into a global brand - and changed Eurovision forever.

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