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Length:
65 minutes
Released:
Apr 29, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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Discover the untold ABBA story of Sweden's greatest guitarist, Janne Schaffer. Learn about his incredible journey and his impact on the iconic band's sound.If you want to see this on YouTube - go here:Janne Schaffer, born on September 24, 1945, in Stockholm, Sweden, a highly acclaimed guitarist known for his versatile and innovative style. He rose to prominence in the 1970s as a solo artist and as a session musician working with Swedish pop group ABBA, where his guitar work became an integral part of the band's sound, contributing to hits like "Dancing Queen" and "Waterloo", and 54 titles in total. Even today he excites audiences of ABBAMANIA with his virtuoso guitar playing.If you want to see more of the ABBA series of interviews: 1. The story of how ABBA won EUROVISION; Carl Magnus Palm⁠https://youtu.be/P6qeCPFBjMs⁠2. Björn Again https://youtu.be/cnlDDpGZaAk?si=MEbkm6cxn5Pz-X693. ABBAMANIA THE SHOWhttps://youtu.be/4UjqutfabBQ?si=CphzzJOba4ryfc6bSchaffer's solo career has been equally impressive, with over 20 solo albums showcasing his mastery of various genres including rock, jazz, and classical. He has collaborated with numerous artists both in Sweden and internationally, and his contributions to music have earned him widespread recognition and accolades, including several Swedish Grammy Awards. Schaffer remains an influential figure in the music industry, revered for his technical proficiency, musical innovation, and enduring impact on guitar playing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Released:
Apr 29, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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NEW!!! Season 4 launches at the beginning of September.Each Monday, Pop: The History Makers presents a new interview with an icon of popular culture.Season 3On POP; The History Makers I'll be interviewing Pop Stars, Authors, Artists, and other people who have stories of pop-cultural history. So far online - Man Parrish, D:Ream, Dave Dorrell (M/A/R/R/S), Papa Dee, Madeline Bell (Blue Mink), Simon Napier-Bell (documentary maker & former Wham! manager), Steve Kilbey (The Church), MTV VIdeo Week Special, and Electronic Cities Week Special.Season 2Interviews with video directors Jonas Åkerlund, Steve Barron, Jimmy Helms (Londonbeat), Belouis Some, Mousse T., Wolfgang Flür, Billie Ray Martin, Belouis Some, Mark Reeder, Marcus Vere (Living in a Box), Raz (of Rob n Raz), Ulf (Ace of Base), Marian Gold (Alphaville), Louis Oberlander, Dr. Alban, and Youth (Killing Joke).Season 1Interviews with Fish (ex-Marillion), Leee John (Imagination), Durga McBroom (Blue Pearl), Martyn Ware (Heaven 17), Kevin Godley (10cc, Godley & Creme), Michael Münzing (Snap!), Alexander Bard (Army of Lovers), Sam Brown, John Watts, Anne Clark, Right Said Fred, Justin Currie (Del Amitri), WestBam.Mini-MemoriesShort personal interview memories of; Whitney Houston, Madonna, Kurt Cobain, Al Green, Elton John, Milli Vanilli, Dave Gahan, Stevie Wonder, Lenny Kravitz, Kylie Minogue ... (ongoing) Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.