{"product_id":"abba-abba","title":"Abba, Abba","description":"\u003cp\u003eYellow Polar Labels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e ABBA \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eABBA\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"25\"\u003eAlbum Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Third Studio Album (Self-Titled) \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003eOriginal Release Date:\u003c\/b\u003e April 21, 1975 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"108\"\u003eLabel:\u003c\/b\u003e Polar (Sweden) \/ Atlantic (US) \/ RCA Victor (Australia) \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"171\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/b\u003e Pop \/ Pop Rock \/ Europop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBackground \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/b\u003e Commonly known as the \"limousine album\" due to its iconic cover art, this self-titled release was the bridge between ABBA's Eurovision \"Waterloo\" success and their total global domination. Recorded between August 1974 and March 1975 at Glen and Metronome Studios in Stockholm, the sessions were defined by a new quest for perfection. Producers Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus began scrapping entire recordings that didn't meet their evolving standards—a meticulous approach that eventually created the \"ABBA Sound.\" This album famously saved the group from being written off as one-hit wonders, largely due to the unexpected massive success of the single \"SOS.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMusical Composition \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/b\u003e The album is a diverse showcase of the band’s versatility, featuring elements of glam rock, classical motifs, and reggae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMajor Hits:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes the global \"big three\": \"Mamma Mia,\" \"SOS,\" and \"I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGenre Experiments:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the reggae-lite \"Tropical Loveland,\" the hard-rocking \"Hey, Hey Helen,\" and the classical-inspired instrumental \"Intermezzo No. 1.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Wall of Sound\":\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered by Michael B. Tretow, the album utilizes heavy multi-tracking of vocals and instruments to create a lush, orchestral pop texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollaborations:\u003c\/b\u003e Features staple ABBA session musicians including guitarists Janne Schaffer and Finn Sjöberg, and bassist Rutger Gunnarsson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal Pressing \u0026amp; Collector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e Because ABBA was a global phenomenon, the \"original\" pressing varies significantly by territory, with Sweden and Australia being the most notable for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Swedish First Press:\u003c\/b\u003e Released on the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003ePolar\u003c\/b\u003e label (POLS 262). Look for the blue and white Polar label and the \"Glen\/Metronome\" recording credits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Australian \"Mamma Mia\" Fever:\u003c\/b\u003e In Australia, the album was released via \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"75\"\u003eRCA Victor\u003c\/b\u003e (VPL1-4013) with distinct yellow labels. Due to the band's unprecedented popularity there, this version is very common but often found in \"well-loved\" (heavily played) condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUS Atlantic Pressing:\u003c\/b\u003e Released later in August 1975 (SD 18146). US copies were often pressed at \"Specialty Records Corporation\" (look for the -SP suffix on the label).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/b\u003e The iconic cover features the group in the back of a limousine outside the Castle Hotel in Stockholm. Original 1975 copies are single-sleeve, often with a semi-gloss or laminated finish depending on the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMarket Note:\u003c\/b\u003e While common, \"Mint\" condition original Polar pressings are highly sought after for their superior audio mastering compared to some international licenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/b\u003e ABBA, Self-Titled, 1975 Vinyl, Polar Records, Mamma Mia, SOS, Pop Rock, Classic Pop, Swedish Pop, First Edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection Ideas:\u003c\/b\u003e 70s Pop Foundations, Eurovision Alumni, Essential Pop LPs, The Polar Music Discography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRelated Artists:\u003c\/b\u003e Boney M., Bee Gees, Olivia Newton-John, ELO, Roxette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Abba","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51351137321277,"sku":"5559","price":70.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/2605\/9325\/files\/ABBA_-_ABBA__1975__Original_Polar_LP.jpg?v=1770191366","url":"https:\/\/gravestonerecords.com.au\/products\/abba-abba","provider":"Gravestone Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}