ABBA in Studio 2
ABBA in Studio 2

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ABBA in Studio 2

1976
Movie
46 min
English

ABBA performs (all to playback): Arrival (only about 1.5 minutes of it) Waterloo (over footage of preparations for, and ABBA's arrival at the airport) SOS Nina Pretty Ballerina (over footage of them on the steps of the plane and arriving at their hotel) Dancing Queen My Love my Life When I Kissed The Teacher Knowing Me Knowing You Fernando Tiger Money Money Money Fernando Agnetha had travelled ahead with her father the day before and then met Benny, Frida and Björn off the plane. She had filmed "SOS" the day before and it was interspersed with a rather embarrassed looking Benny, Frida & Björn "singing" on the plane! There is a short interview on the plane with mainly Benny, Björn and Stig.

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Director: N/A (TV Special)Genres: Documentary, Music

Plot Summary

This television special offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Swedish pop group ABBA during their recording sessions for their album 'Arrival' at the Metronome Studio in Stockholm. It captures candid moments of the band at work, interacting with each other and their producers, showcasing the creative process that led to some of their most iconic songs. Viewers get an intimate glimpse into the making of music from one of the world's biggest bands of the era.

Critical Reception

As a television special focusing on the recording process rather than a standalone film or series, 'ABBA in Studio 2' did not receive traditional critical reviews. Its value lies in its archival footage and insight into the band's creative environment during a peak period of their career. Audiences familiar with ABBA's music and history would appreciate it as a historical document.

What Reviewers Say

  • Provides rare and intimate footage of ABBA during their creative process.

  • Offers insight into the making of the 'Arrival' album, a pivotal point in their career.

  • Appreciated by fans for its authentic look at the band's studio work.

Google audience: Specific Google user reviews for this television special are not readily available. However, general fan reception for archival ABBA content often highlights the group's charisma and the quality of their music.

Fun Fact

The 'Arrival' album, which 'ABBA in Studio 2' documents the creation of, featured the band's first-ever instrumental track, 'Intermezzo No. 1', showcasing their growing musical ambition beyond straightforward pop songs.

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