Richard Ward

“You can dance, you can jive…” – and it all started here.

In 1976, ABBA released Arrival – the album that transformed them from Eurovision winners into global superstars. With classics like “Dancing Queen,” “Knowing Me, Knowing You,” and “Money, Money, Money,” it captured the joy and heartbreak of the disco age while cementing ABBA’s reputation as pop’s greatest hitmakers.

This book dives deep into the making, impact, and legacy of Arrival. Across 35 chapters, discover:

The songwriting brilliance of Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus.

The unmatched vocal chemistry of Agnetha Fältskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad.

How a Swedish band conquered the world with timeless melodies.

The cultural influence of Arrival from the 70s to today.

From playful tracks to haunting ballads, from iconic cover art to worldwide chart domination, Arrival represents ABBA at their very best.

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering ABBA anew, this is the ultimate guide to the album that defined their golden era.

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First published UK 18 August 2025