Abba - Definitive Collection (2CD)

Definitive Collection (2CD)

by Abba

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01/01/2001
Music Genre
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ABBA: Bjorn Ulvaeus (vocals, guitar); Benny Anderson (vocals, keyboards); Anni-Frid Lyngstad, Agnetha Faltskog (vocals). Producers: Bjorn Ulvaeus, Benny Anderson Compilation producer: Marko Soderstrom Recorded between 1972 and 1982. Includes liner notes by Carl Magnus Palm. All tracks have been digitally remastered. Released to coincide with the arrival on Broadway of Mamma Mia!, (a musical based on the songs of Abba), THE DEFINITIVE COLLECTION packs two CDs with every single ever released by this Swedish guilty pleasure between 1972 and 1982. Chronologically arranged and expertly remastered, this package kicks off with the flower-power sentiments of "People Need Love" and "He Is Your Brother." These preceded the breakthrough "Waterloo" that won the 1974 Eurovision competition and proved to be Abba's springboard to international superstardom. From there, it's an infectious ride overflowing with hooks, harmonies and stellar arrangements that bubble over from much-loved songs like "Fernando," "Dancing Queen," "SOS," Take A Chance On Me," and "Winner Takes It All," chronicling Abba's move from Europop to impressive Wall-of-Sound flavored disco. Capped off with a 1974 remix of "Ring Ring" that's getting its American debut and a 1979 extended dance remix of "Voulez-Vous" that was never commercially available, THE DEFINITIVE COLLECTION is pure pop manna for die-hards and novices alike.

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Product Details

Artist
Abba
Original year of release
2001
Label / Studio
UMGD/UTV
Year of release
2001
Media Content Format
Album
Media Format
Audio CD
Recording Environment
Studio
Number of Discs
2
Run Time (minutes)
145
Cast & Crew
Abba (Music Performer)
Michael B. Tretow (Sound Engineer)

Press Reviews

Ranked #180 in Rolling Stone's "The 500 Greatest Albums Of All Time Rolling Stone (12/11/03, p.136)

Tracklisting

Disc 1:

  1. People Need Love (2:45)
  2. He Is Your Brother (3:18)
  3. Ring Ring (3:04)
  4. Love Isn't Easy (But It Sure Is Hard Enough) (2:53)
  5. Waterloo (2:47)
  6. Honey, Honey (2:55)
  7. So Long (3:05)
  8. I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do (3:16)
  9. S.O.S. (3:20)
  10. Mamma Mia (3:32)
  11. Fernando (4:14)
  12. Dancing Queen (3:51)
  13. Money, Money, Money (3:05)
  14. Knowing Me, Knowing You (4:01)
  15. Name of the Game (4:52)
  16. Take a Chance On Me (4:05)
  17. Eagle (4:27)
  18. Summer Night City (3:35)
  19. Chiquitita (5:24)
  20. Does Your Mother Know (3:13)

Disc 2:

  1. Voulez-Vous (5:08)
  2. Angeleyes (4:19)
  3. Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight) (4:50)
  4. I Have a Dream (4:42)
  5. Winner Takes It All (4:56)
  6. Super Trouper (4:13)
  7. On and On and On (3:42)
  8. Lay All Your Love On Me (4:34)
  9. One of Us (3:56)
  10. When All Is Said and Done (3:17)
  11. Head Over Heels (3:47)
  12. Visitors (Crackin' Up) (5:46)
  13. Day Before You Came (5:51)
  14. Under Attack (3:47)
  15. Thank You for the Music (3:51)
  16. Ring Ring [1974 Remix, Single Version] (3:10)
  17. Voulez-Vous [Extended Remix, 1979 Us Promo] (6:07)

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5.0

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Pros

  • Can listen over and over (4)
  • Original (4)
  • Great lyrics (3)
  • Hit songs (3)

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    • At home (4)
    • In the car (4)
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    5.0

    Nostalgic, touchy, timeless music, ...

    By Luc Boone

    from Belgium

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    Pros

    • Can Listen Over And Over
    • Engaging
    • Hit Songs
    • Original

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • At Home
      • In The Car

      Comments about UMGD/UTV Abba - Definitive Collection (2CD):

      Abba was the first phono of my parents. It was amazing how my children on their turn also love Abba. This 2 cd's are good. All hits are sure included. I should have bought it earlier.

       
      5.0

      Great album for everyone

      By Gypsy63

      from Somerset

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      Pros

      • Can Listen Over And Over
      • Great Lyrics
      • Original

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • At Home
        • In The Car

        Comments about UMGD/UTV Abba - Definitive Collection (2CD):

        This collection brings together all of Abba's most-recognisable hit-singles released over the course of their ten-year career. It is a wonderful collection of Abba's music. If you only want one Abba collection, this is in my opinion a good one to choose. I have have spent many hours, with these tunes playing while in the car.

         
        5.0

        great product [...]

        By brooke

        from bradford

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        Pros

        • Can Listen Over And Over
        • Great Lyrics
        • Hit Songs
        • Original

        Cons

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          • At Home
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          • In The Car

          Comments about UMGD/UTV Abba - Definitive Collection (2CD):

          this was a gift and they love it its a great album heard them playing it over and over has such a big variety

          Service and delivery comments:

          delivery was fast arrived in excellent condition would recommend

           
          5.0

          Classic

          By Gazza

          from Bucks

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          Pros

          • Can Listen Over And Over
          • Great Lyrics
          • Hit Songs
          • Original

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • At Home
            • In The Car
            • Parties

            Comments about UMGD/UTV Abba - Definitive Collection (2CD):

            It is what the title states, the definitive collection. From early material on and around their Eurovision success through their halycon hit days up to Voulez Vous, ending with the relective song writing as they neared the end. There are some great dance songs and love songs. They just don't make music like this any more.

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