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"First rate and faultless", "It has it all" - Newcastle Chronicle reviews CHESS
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:18:46 GMT
Another incredible review for the CHESS tour which premiered last night in Newcastle. The show runs in Newcastle until Saturday 11 September before travelling the country. You will find a link to all the details of the venues at the end of the article.
Broadway World reviews Washington CHESS/Run gets extended
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:55:44 GMT
Two high profile professional productions of CHESS going on at the same time! What do they think this is...Mamma Mia!? Here is Broadway World's overwhelmingly positive take on the Washington production that has now been extended to October 3, 2010 due to high audience demand.
The Stage reviews the CHESS Tour
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:36:05 GMT
"It's sure to be a big hit" exclaims The Stage's Mark Shenton in one of the most high profile reviews the CHESS tour has received so far.
CHESS Tour - pictures
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 06:30:00 GMT
Last night was the official opening night of the 2010-2011 UK tour of CHESS. Tim Rice was in attendance. A few pictures of the UK touring production are now becoming available. Look out for more on the official tour website shortly.
CHESS Tour 2010/2011 reviews - I was there...
Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:41:35 GMT
Craig Revel Horwood directs an amazing new production of Chess featuring a 30-strong cast of West End stars, actors and musicians. The production tours the UK in the autumn of 2010 and spring of 2011.
CHESS directed by Craig Revel Horwood: UK tour dates, venues and ticket details (Updated)
Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:41:17 GMT
As more dates and venues come in for the 2010-2011 tour of CHESS directed by Craig Revel Horwood, they will be added here. So far we have...
ABBA Museum Stockholm plans approved. May open in 2011.
Sun, 29 Aug 2010 11:50:07 GMT
According to website Earth Times, Magnus Danielsson, president of Touring Exhibitions has given an interview to Swedish media outlet Dagens Nyheter suggesting plans to locate the museum in Stockholm for at least five years are taking shape.
icethesite talks CHESS with Daniel Koek
Thu, 26 Aug 2010 18:40:57 GMT
The UK tour of CHESS directed by Craig Revel Horwood kicks off in Newcastle tomorrow, Friday 27 August and runs through until April 2011. Daniel Koek is playing Anatoly (The Russian) and in a break from final rehearsals yesterday spoke with icethesite.
Washington Post reviews new American CHESS production
Thu, 26 Aug 2010 07:02:33 GMT
The Washington Post reviews CHESS at the Signature Theatre and incorporates a new interview with Benny. Benny even states that in hindsight Frank Rich's savage review of the Broadway production may not have been all that wrong - and that he may even go to Washington to see this latest American version of the show.
CHESS at Signature Theatre in Washington DC
Tue, 24 Aug 2010 06:43:27 GMT
A new American production of CHESS staged at the Signature Theatre, Washington DC is getting a good reaction from audiences.
Finns could be better for Kristina från Duvemåla
Mon, 23 Aug 2010 19:00:20 GMT
The majority of potential principal peformers in the Helsinki run of Kristina från Duvemåla (opening in February 2012) are Swedish, not Finnish says an article published today.
Reporter goes behind the scenes at CHESS Tour rehearsals
Fri, 20 Aug 2010 18:07:24 GMT
A reporter and self-confessed CHESS aficionado goes to see the CHESS tour coming together and well...he's quite excited! One major surprise according to the article is the reference to Florence and The American being married [I'm not sure that is a correct reference. Will check. Ice].
Frida and Agnetha attending Mamma Mia!
Sun, 15 Aug 2010 15:50:19 GMT
A delve back into my video archives, uncovers these two clips I was fortunate to take - segued together here for the first time.
Love not chess the focus for Revel Horwood's touring production
Thu, 12 Aug 2010 20:30:51 GMT
Viv Hardwick of the Northern Echo discovers that Craig Revel Horwood is cutting back on the Cold War and focusing on the love story of Chess rather than mastering the moves of the calculating board game.
Benny Anderssons Orkester - Live at Globen (video from the archives)
Mon, 19 Jul 2010 17:56:11 GMT
With no Benny Anderssons Orkester tour this year (although there has been a hint of a new album in the works), I've found myself playing the BAO på turné live album a lot over the weekend.
There are no direct practical reasons, as far as I can see, to have coins and banknotes - Björn Ulvaeus
Sun, 18 Jul 2010 14:35:25 GMT
In many countries, debit and credit cards are steadily taking the place of cash in everyday transactions. In Sweden, the process has been given new momentum by a campaign to cut crime. The campaign has some high-profile supporters, including Björn.
Chess tour website updated with cast and creative team
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 22:07:24 GMT
The website in support of Craig Revel Horwood's tour of Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus and Tim Rice's Chess the musical has had a major update.
Björn Ulvaeus keeps up pressure on illegal file downloaders
Fri, 09 Jul 2010 06:18:14 GMT
Last month, Björn joined CEOs from across the music industry to discuss the impact of illegal file downloading and to advocate a tougher approach to those getting caught.
Review of Kristina at Carnegie Hall CD
Sun, 27 Jun 2010 08:47:35 GMT
In theatrical circles, this is quite a high profile review of Kristina at Carnegie Hall, appearing as it does in Playbill.
'Vilar glad. I din famn' - single release
Mon, 21 Jun 2010 18:58:15 GMT
Mono Music is releasing the Benny Andersson/Kristina Lugn composition performed at the wedding of Sweden's Crown Princess Victoria and Daniel Westling as a single.
A touch of choral Benny Andersson for the Swedish Royal Wedding
Sun, 20 Jun 2010 13:07:28 GMT
The new choral song Vilar glad. I din famn (Resting happily. In your arms) features music by Benny, with lyrics by poet Kristina Lugn and was commissioned especially for the wedding by the Swedish Royal Court. Duvemåla hage was also performed during the festivities.
Benny and Agnetha record video for ABBAWORLD Melbourne
Thu, 17 Jun 2010 19:15:31 GMT
Take a look at the greeting from Agnetha and Benny for visitors to the ABBAWORLD exhibition gala opening in Melbourne. That's something special, eh?
Elaine Paige talks CHESS with Broadway World
Tue, 15 Jun 2010 07:24:20 GMT
Elaine Paige talked to Pat Cerasaro from Broadway World in a special interview recently. Below are the sections related to Benny and Björn. You can read the whole interview by going to the link at the end of the article.
ABBA magazine 'Thank You For The Music' on sale in WHSmith
Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:28:31 GMT
A new publication about ABBA is on sale now exclusively at WHSmith stores. The glossy 132 page magazine is divided into thirteen sections starting with 'The Early Years' and finishing with Mamma Mia!. It's called Thank You For The Music, sells for £4.99 and by all accounts is a little hard to find. Read on to see a review and some images from inside the cover.
Interview: ABBA's Andersson goes back to folk roots on new CD
Sat, 12 Jun 2010 07:59:31 GMT
The Associated Press is running a Charles J Gans interview with Benny in the US. Benny talks mainly about Story Of A Heart but also covers Kristina, Mamma Mia! and ABBA's musician fans.
Voulez-Vous Deluxe - your verdict?
Fri, 28 May 2010 17:00:43 GMT
The long-awaited release is finally winging its way to customers! What's your verdict? Do try and comment on what has actually been included rather than what you think should have been included. A straight-forward review of the release, if you like, is what would be really interesting to hardcore and casual fans alike!
ABBA's Voulez-Vous Deluxe Edition now available for pre-order (Updated again!)
Fri, 14 May 2010 16:10:53 GMT
The Official ABBA site has announced that the long-awaited release with "bonus tracks, as well as a DVD featuring television performances and interviews related to Voulez-Vous" is to be released on 31 May. **Carl Magnus Palm has a feature on his website about the release that I urge you to read, including news of the rescue of the full version of Dream World.**
Limited edition ABBA necklace to be issued (Now SOLD OUT!)
Tue, 11 May 2010 16:35:12 GMT
Limited edition ABBA necklace on sale soon
Stellan Skarsgård hints at Mamma Mia! 2
Mon, 10 May 2010 17:41:33 GMT
The latest Mamma Mia! movie sequel story is courtesy of Swedish Newspaper Expressen's film section.
Björn Ulvaeus invests...
Mon, 10 May 2010 17:04:53 GMT
150 million kronor in a new apartment block at Slottsholmen in Västervik.
The music still goes on for Benny Andersson
Thu, 29 Apr 2010 18:34:14 GMT
Nothing new (for die-hard fans) is covered in this interview Benny gave by telephone to freelancer Gary Graff - but another nice one for the records.
Björn is still a super trouper! (new interview)
Tue, 27 Apr 2010 17:03:20 GMT
So says the Globe and Mail Arts section as it welcomes back the Mamma Mia! stage show to Canada and has an interview with Mr. Ulvaeus to back up its headline. One thing of note is that I have never heard Björn refer to Agnetha as the shortened 'Netta' (or perhaps, more correctly spelled 'Netha') - either the interviewer misheard it or it is a first!
Kristina, Benny, Björn, Helen and BAO footage featured on SVT
Sat, 24 Apr 2010 15:57:39 GMT
A fascinating Swedish TV documentary called A year on stage with Lars Rudolfsson features Kristina at Carnegie Hall rehearsal footage, interviews with Benny and Helen Sjöholm as well as Benny Anderssons Orkester footage from their 2009 Swedish tour.
Kristina in pictures: Royal Albert Hall memories
Thu, 22 Apr 2010 19:48:38 GMT
A selection of pictures from the Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus concert version of Kristina, performed 14 April 2010 at the Albert Hall.
Benny playing Elton John's piano at Kristina after-party
Thu, 22 Apr 2010 19:21:24 GMT
Check out these wonderful videos from last Wednesday's post-Kristina party.
Björn and Benny's trip home from the UK
Tue, 20 Apr 2010 06:36:39 GMT
The Express carried a short article on Saturday morning, detailing the efforts of the famous to travel during the disruption to air-travel caused by volcanic ash from the Icelandic volcano Eyjafjallajoekull.
Kristina - Royal Albert Hall 'Curtain Call' video
Fri, 16 Apr 2010 19:36:09 GMT
Experience the rapturous reception Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus' Kristina received after the performance on 14 April at the Royal Albert Hall.
Kristina gets 3 out of 5 stars in London newspaper (Updated)
Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:04:19 GMT
UPDATE: 16 April - for links to Kristina reviews, check icethesite's twitter channel. London's Evening Standard has a review of Kristina in tonight's edition. "Mamma Mia! it ain't...
Benny Andersson: The chances of an ABBA reunion are zero
Thu, 15 Apr 2010 15:57:57 GMT
The London Evening Standard has a small article referring to the ABBA reunion story.
Kristina in London - "I Was There"
Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:44:44 GMT
It would be amazing if your thoughts and feelings about Kristina at London's Royal Albert Hall could be transmitted around the world for those not able to be there in person. Hmm...so, here's another "I was there" thread for you to do just that!
Free Kevin Odekirk song from 'Unheard' for icethesite visitors
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 20:10:15 GMT
Kevin Odekirk (who plays Robert in Kristina in Concert and can be heard on both the forthcoming CD Kristina at Carnegie Hall and at Kristina in Concert at the Royal Albert Hall on 14 April 2010) has just released his debut solo album and has a special message and gift for icethesite visitors.
You Have To Be There played on BBC Radio 2
Sun, 04 Apr 2010 18:37:15 GMT
Elaine Paige played Helen Sjöholm's You Have To Be There from Kristina at Carnegie Hall on her radio show of 04 April 2010.
Gold Can Turn To Sand played on BBC Radio 2
Mon, 29 Mar 2010 06:29:22 GMT
Elaine Paige played Kevin Odekirk's Gold Can Turn To Sand from Kristina at Carnegie Hall on her radio show of 28 March 2010.
Görel steps into the fray! ABBA reunion is never going to happen
Fri, 26 Mar 2010 21:22:11 GMT
After The Times and then the rest of the world's press got all caught up with Benny's casual remark about an ABBA reunion, Görel Hanser ABBA's super-woman behind the scenes steps in and publicly admits to telling Benny off and quashes the rumour.
UK Times Benny and Björn interview
Fri, 26 Mar 2010 06:17:43 GMT
The Times' Pete Paphides caught up with Benny and Björn during Kristina rehearsals and produced this rather good new interview. The subject of ABBA being gay icons comes up, as does the fact that Björn thinks Lady Gaga's Poker Face is "fantastic" (while Benny has never heard it) and wait for it...Frida has been in a recording studio recently!
Kristina at Carnegie Hall CD tracklist
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 17:31:51 GMT
Don't speak Swedish? Finally make sense of those Kristina från Duvemåla song titles although they are not (all) literal translations of course!
Win a copy of Kristina at Carnegie Hall CD signed by Björn and Benny!
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 16:54:08 GMT
In the latest exciting icethesite competition, you can win a signed copy of Kristina at Carnegie Hall.
Exclusive photos and "I Was There" report from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Thu, 18 Mar 2010 06:59:57 GMT
Many thanks to Jim (pictured wearing the yellow tie), who has also submitted a story about the incredible night he had attending the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2010 ceremony at the Waldorf Astoria in New York where ABBA were officially inducted.
ABBA inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 06:45:09 GMT
It finally happened! Along with Genesis and others, ABBA were honoured at the 2010 ceremony at the Waldorf Astoria, New York yesterday.
Benny Andersson interview: ABBA's Rock Hall induction won't be a reunion
Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:42:07 GMT
ABBA fans can stop holding their breath: The fab four of Swedish pop, who haven't played together since 1982, will not reunite Monday night, when the group is inducted — finally — into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame...
New Benny Andersson Billboard interview
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:24:12 GMT
Benny may play some ABBA at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, if asked and he plans to record another Benny Anderssons Orkester album this year. It's a pity Agnetha is referred to, in the article by Gary Graff for Billboard magazine, as Benny's "ex-wife" but overall it's a pretty good read.
Benny and Björn in UK newspaper
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 06:30:15 GMT
The Telegraph features a new B&B interview to help promote the upcoming Kristina concert at the Albert Hall.
ABBAWorld publicises Björn's book
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:11:18 GMT
If you have been to ABBAWorld in London, you'll probably know that Björn has made his debut as a fictional author, with the release of the fairy tale titled The Little White Piano.
Benny and Björn on the BBC (Updated with iPlayer link)
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 07:24:43 GMT
BBC Radio 4's Front Row programme will tonight feature an interview with Benny and Björn.
Björn in new radio interview over two parts
Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:53:22 GMT
Following on from Benny's interview which became available yesterday, there is now a two part interview with Björn available on CelebrityRadio.co.uk.
Benny in new 40-minute radio interview
Mon, 01 Mar 2010 22:42:21 GMT
CelebrityRadio.co.uk has a new interview with Benny Andersson, recorded at Mono Music. Benny answers questions posed by Alex Belfield for UK local radio, thankfully mainly about music and the creative process and draws comment on Eurovision, The Beatles, Mamma Mia!, and Kristina, and includes really nice mentions for Michael Tretow, Agnetha and Frida.
Kristina at Carnegie Hall 2CD available for pre-order (Update)
Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:34:13 GMT
Benny & Björn's 'Kristina At Carnegie Hall' CD - out 12 April in the UK
Story Of A Heart to be released in the USA
Wed, 17 Feb 2010 20:51:17 GMT
Decca will release Benny Andersson Band's English album Story Of A Heart on 2 March in the USA.
CHESS UK Tour to open in Newcastle (Updated)
Mon, 01 Feb 2010 15:06:06 GMT
Newcastle's Theatre Royal will host CHESS from Friday 27 August to Saturday 11 September 2010 prior to the show embarking on a national tour!
Björn and Frida open ABBAWorld - Pictures
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 23:37:47 GMT
Tonight at Earl's Court, ABBAWorld was officially opened by Björn and Frida. See pictures below from the exclusive event.
ABBAWorld - I Was There
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 06:33:05 GMT
It's time for another 'I Was There' thread on icethesite! Please do share your thoughts on ABBAWorld AFTER you've been.
Björn and Frida to attend ABBAWorld London opening on 26 January
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:55:38 GMT
Press release: ABBA Mania will hit London next week with the highly anticipated 'Arrival' of ABBAWORLD at Earls Court. To add to the excitement, band members and living legends, Anni-Frid Lyngstad and Björn Ulvaeus will start the celebrations off in style as they step onto the red carpet and into ABBAWORLD, at the world premiere, Earls Court, Tuesday 26 January 2010.
Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus' Kristina, Royal Albert Hall tickets on sale from today
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 09:00:00 GMT
Another celebrity ABBA fan surfaces
Mon, 18 Jan 2010 06:33:50 GMT
An original member of Roxy Music, the inventor of 'ambient', Bowie's muse, the brain in Talking Heads and U2's 'fifth man', Brian Eno talks briefly about ABBA with The Guardian...
First journalist to be taken around ABBAWorld shares his thoughts with icethesite (Updated)
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 21:39:05 GMT
Daily Telegraph journalist Paul Clements has given me a short sneak preview of his thoughts on the ABBAWorld exhibition running from 27 January at Earls Court, London.
Helen Sjöholm sings Kristina songs in English on SVT (Updated)
Sun, 10 Jan 2010 20:42:24 GMT
In this year's Trettondagskonserten broadcast on SVT, Helen Sjöholm sang two songs in English from Kristina.
Torchwood, Benny and Björn
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:43:48 GMT
Thanks to everyone who has written to me with this story from the BBC regarding "the ABBA men" and the broadcaster's Doctor Who television series' spin-off.
icethesite voted ABBA site of the year 2009
Sun, 03 Jan 2010 18:29:39 GMT
Vote now for ABBA Site of the Year (2009)
Sun, 27 Dec 2009 10:36:51 GMT
Voting opened on Christmas Day, with the winner to be announced on January 1, 2010. If you've found icethesite a useful resource during the past year, I'd really appreciate your vote.
Benny Andersson takes delivery of a new musical instrument
Sat, 26 Dec 2009 13:34:05 GMT
Svenska Dagbladet picks up on a story originally reported in Upsala Nya Tidning that Benny took delivery of a nyckelharpa a few days before Christmas.
Benny and Björn's Kristina confirmed for 14 April, Royal Albert Hall
Thu, 24 Dec 2009 16:08:00 GMT
icethesite broke the news it was probably happening and now it's confirmed.
English article about Kristina från Duvemala's move to Helsinki
Tue, 15 Dec 2009 20:18:38 GMT
From the English version of Finland's Helsigin Sanomat comes a report on the Kristina news conference (in English): A jealously-guarded and long prepared secret was revealed on Wednesday. Svenska Teatern, Helsinki’s Swedish theatre, is to open its doors after a renovation with the musical Kristina Från Duvemåla in February of 2012.
ABBA to be inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (Updated)
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:24:04 GMT
Yes, finally it's true! ABBA will be honoured at the ceremony on 15 March, 2010 at the Waldorf Astoria in New York City.
Kristina från Duvemåla, Helsinki, 2012 (Updated)
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:21:09 GMT
Svenska Teatern will present Kristina från Duvemåla in Helsinki during the early Spring of 2012.
icethesite is delighted to bring you a very special (and funny!) Christmas greeting from Stockholm
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 20:15:27 GMT
"Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year" from Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus and icethesite... (turn on your speakers!).
2009 - what a year for Benny, Björn and ABBA fans?!
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:42:28 GMT
A year to remember in the life of icethesite and ABBA fans everywhere, for sure! It's been the busiest ever on the site, with no less than 195 news articles (so far!), prompting...wait for it...2,356 comments! Thanks to everyone who has submitted a story or commented - it really helps keep the site alive!
Win a signed copy of ABBA in Japan DVD
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:07:54 GMT
ABBA made their first visit to Japan in November 1978. Ten days later, the Japanese could hardly get enough. Now you have the chance to win a signed version of the DVD that uncovers the story of ABBA in Japan. The deadline for the competition is 15 December 12.00 PM Central European Time.
Benny Anderssons Orkester nominated for Swedish Grammy
Fri, 04 Dec 2009 18:33:43 GMT
BAO are nominated in the Grammis in the Best Dansband category.
Two new ABBA books on their way
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 16:48:44 GMT
Premium Publishing are issuing two new books about ABBA. One is a revised and expanded version of Carl Magnus Palm's phenomenal From ABBA To Mamma Mia! and the other is ABBA In America, a pictorial record of some of ABBA's very last live performances as a group.
Benny Andersson with Ane Brun at No More Lullabies (Updated)
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 20:54:56 GMT
Three YouTube clips from Benny's appearance at No More Lullabies in Stockholm
ABBAWORLD to premiere at Earls Court...(Updated)
Mon, 30 Nov 2009 11:01:54 GMT
Fully approved and supported by ABBA, ABBAWorld will make its stunning, sequin spangled, world debut in London at Earls Court on 27 January 2010.
Kristina headed for The Royal Albert Hall in April 2010?
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:49:25 GMT
Missed out on seeing Kristina at Carnegie Hall in New York? Or saw it and can't wait to witness it again? Then fear not, you may soon have another opportunity and this time, if you live in Europe, it may be far closer to home...
See Mamma Mia! at The O2 Arena in London
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:22:49 GMT
On Saturday 24 January The O2 Arena will host the biggest screening ever of Mamma Mia!.
Benny plays at Dalarna museum
Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:15:28 GMT
As well as donating artworks to the Dalarna Museum, Benny also got together with the Orsa fiddlers at the museum's inauguration of its new permanent exhibitions.
Benny and Björn plan new musical
Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:30:15 GMT
In an interview with the Danish media, Benny and Björn reveal that plans for writing a new musical are in their early stages...
Benny's film music featured in the top two...
Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:06:47 GMT
of the top ten Swedish films of the decade as voted for by a number of influential Swedish film critics.
Mamma Mia! Drive-In competition winners
Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:59:15 GMT
Congratulations go to...
ABBA in Japan DVD competition in the Daily Star
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 07:24:21 GMT
The question is simply: 'Which member of ABBA is not Swedish?'
Amanda Seyfried says Mamma Mia! 2 with ABBA songs being discussed
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:14:09 GMT
She told BBC Newsbeat: "I've been talking to some insiders and it's not something that they haven't been working on. I don't actually know anything other than that. I know it's still going to be Abba music, because what else would it be? Come on, I wouldn't do Mamma Mia 2 without Benny and Bjorn."
Benny Andersson to help raise awareness of International Day of Climate Action
Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:20:33 GMT
Twenty-five Swedish artists will go onstage one after another for a total of 350 minutes on October 24th 2009 at Södra Teatern, Stockholm. The appearances will alternate with minute-long short films with climate change and the individual as a common theme.
ABBA in Japan DVD promotional site
Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:15:37 GMT
Check out Universal Music's promotional website!
ABBA in Japan DVD promo site
Mamma Mia! celebrates 8 years on Broadway
Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:22:08 GMT
Mamma Mia! is now the 13th longest-running show in Broadway history, having surpassed the record breaking runs of legendary musicals such as Fiddler on the Roof, Hello, Dolly!, Annie, My Fair Lady and the original run of Cabaret. Isn't that an absolutely wonderful achievement?
Win tickets to the Mamma Mia! Drive-In experience!!
Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:04:01 GMT
Pinewood Studios have teamed up with icethesite to offer free tickets to two lucky winners of a brand new competition.
Benny's music picks feature on new CD
Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:48:04 GMT
Songlines magazine's October issue has a cover CD that features five song selections from Benny.
Benny and Björn on the creative process - video interview
Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:02:52 GMT
Interesting but short interview excerpt from Sirius XM posted to YouTube by the channel. The video was recorded during the recent visit to New York to oversee the Kristina concerts at Carnegie Hall.
ABBA in Japan - links to order via Amazon (Updated)
Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:56:06 GMT
Here are a roundup of Amazon links to get hold of ABBA in Japan on DVD as soon as it is released. The list now includes links for Amazon.co.uk complete with prices for both versions.
Mamma Mia! screening at Pinewood's Drive-In
Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:09:22 GMT
Pinewood Studios in the UK is hosting its first ever series of public drive-in screenings including two showings of Mamma Mia!.
Björn's property saga drags on
Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:36:03 GMT
The ongoing dispute has now returned to Sweden’s Environmental Court of Appeal who will decide the fate of Ulvaeus’ proposal to build a house and studio on Furillen, an island off Gotland reports The Local.
Kristina CD - Carnegie Hall recording
Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:01:48 GMT
Early indications suggest a 2010 release for the CD recorded at Carnegie Hall of the Kristina concerts, probably in February or March (UPDATE: CD out 12 April).
Kristina in concert - Quick links and memories
Tue, 06 Oct 2009 18:24:25 GMT
Here's a complete round up of links left in the "Kristina at Carnegie Hall - I Was There" thread. My heartfelt thanks go to each and every visitor that took the time to record their thoughts and/or provided links to videos, radio interviews and reviews of the two amazingly special nights in New York. It really helped keep the site current and alive, whilst I was on a break. Also, see below for some of my memories in the form of images...
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