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Abba

“ONE LAST TIME, I WILL SING FOR THE DREAMERS…” — With words and melodies that have become part of our lives, Björn Ulvaeus steps into the spotlight for his 2026 Tour, “One Last Ride” — a heartfelt, unforgettable farewell that will let audiences relive the soul of his songs one last time. And just as his path began in 1963, so it will begin again — with “Raring”, the very first song that set him on the road to legend, now chosen to open his final journey. More than a tour, it will be a celebration of stories, friendship, and the music that will echo long after the last note fades. Dates and venues revealed…

Björn Ulvaeus Steps Into the Spotlight for His 2026 Tour: A Journey Back to the...

Boney M

A VOICE THAT STILL MAKES THE WORLD DANCE: After years away from the public eye, Marcia Barrett, the iconic voice of Boney M., made a dazzling and unexpected return. Appearing at a charity gala in London, she stunned the audience with a heartfelt performance of “Rivers of Babylon,” her voice soaring through the hall with the same warmth and power that once ignited dance floors around the world. The crowd rose to their feet, many moved to tears, as Marcia smiled and said, “I never stopped singing in my heart.” Her words hinted at something more — a promise of new music, new moments, and the enduring magic of a voice that time cannot touch.

Marcia Barrett: The Golden Voice of Boney M. Steps Back Into the Spotlight For decades,...

Bee Gees

“ONE LAST TIME, I WILL SING FOR THE DREAMERS…” — With a profound tenderness in his voice that still carries the echoes of decades past, Steve Gibb has unveiled his 2026 Tour, “One Last Ride” — an emotional, soul-stirring farewell that promises to resurrect the timeless essence of his music like never before. The very first song that launched his path to stardom — and now the same song he will perform on his final voyage — “Let’s Get Together” (1988–2026). Dates and venues revealed…

There are songs that define a decade—and then there are songs that transcend it. “More...

Abba

“ONE LAST TIME, I WILL SING FOR THE DREAMERS…” — With melodies that have shaped generations, Benny Andersson steps forward for his 2026 Tour, “One Last Ride” — a sweeping, emotional farewell that will let audiences feel the heartbeat of his music one final time. And just as his journey began in 1964, so it will begin again — with “Sunny Girl”, the very first song that carried his gift to the world, now chosen to open this last voyage. More than a tour, it will be a final embrace of harmonies, memories, and the quiet magic only Benny can bring. Dates and venues revealed…

A NIGHT TO REMEMBER: Just Now in Stockholm, Sweden The lights inside the Stockholm Concert...

George Strait

A ROYAL HONOR IN COUNTRY MUSIC: Wednesday, August 13 — With a smile and a nod to a legend, President Trump proclaimed, “He is beloved by hundreds of millions of people all over the world,” as he announced that George Strait, the undisputed King of Country, has been named among this year’s Kennedy Center Honorees. 🎖️ See the full star-studded lineup — and the rest of Trump’s surprising words — here:

George Strait: The King of Country Music George Harvey Strait, born on May 18, 1952...

Abba

“ONE LAST TIME, I WILL SING FOR THE DREAMERS…” — With a profound tenderness in her voice that still carries the echoes of decades past, Anni‑Frid Lyngstad has unveiled her 2026 Tour, “One Last Ride” — an emotional, soul‑stirring farewell that promises to resurrect the timeless essence of her music like never before. The very first song that launched her path to stardom — and now the same song she will perform on her final voyage — “En ledig dag” (1967–2026). Dates and venues revealed…

The snow was falling softly over Stockholm, wrapping the city in a quiet stillness. Inside...

Boney M

After years of selective appearances and cherished memories from the disco era, Liz Mitchell, the golden voice of Boney M., is stepping boldly back into the musical arena. For many, her name instantly recalls the infectious energy of Bahama Mama, the playful, sun-soaked hit that once lit up dance floors around the world. Today, Liz returns not just as a legend of the past, but as an artist ready to write a new chapter. Her voice, still rich and vibrant, carries the same spark that made Bahama Mama a timeless anthem — a celebration of joy, rhythm, and pure fun. This comeback is more than nostalgia; it’s a reminder that music’s magic never fades when it comes from the heart. With fresh performances planned and renewed creative fire, Liz Mitchell is proving that the queen of disco sunshine still knows how to make the world dance.

Among the many colorful and high-energy tracks in the catalog of Boney M., few capture...

Abba

After so many years, Björn Ulvaeus and Agnetha Fältskog met again, not as former bandmates beneath roaring applause, but as two old friends in a sunlit room, their voices softer now yet still carrying the echoes of a lifetime shared. They spoke of the past in gentle tones — the late-night recording sessions, the rush of the crowd, the bittersweet moments when songs became more than just music. Björn’s guitar rested against his knee, and with a quiet smile, he began to strum a melody that felt like opening an old, treasured letter. Agnetha listened, her eyes glistening, before letting her voice join his — warm, steady, and impossibly familiar. The harmony rose like a memory reborn, filling the space with the kind of beauty that can only come from a bond tested by time and distance. It was not for the cameras, nor for the stage; it was for them — a song shared between two hearts that had once beaten in perfect rhythm, and, in that moment, did so again.

ABBA: The Pop Phenomenon That Conquered the World ABBA—comprising Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson,...

Porter Wagoner

Porter Wayne Wagoner came into the world on this day in 1927, in the small town of West Plains, Missouri — a place that could never have imagined the bright lights and big stages he would one day command. To millions, he was more than a country singer; he was “Mr. Grand Ole Opry,” a larger-than-life figure whose rhinestone-studded suits and heartfelt songs made him impossible to forget. In 2002, Porter received one of the highest honors in music when he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, a tribute he was blessed to witness before his passing on October 28, 2007. Today, on what would have been his 98th birthday, we remember not just the legend on stage, but the man whose voice carried the heart of country music itself.

Porter Wagoner: The Rhinestone Cowboy of Country Music Porter Wayne Wagoner, born on August 12,...

Abba

Janne Schaffer stood in the quiet shade of the cemetery, the wind carrying with it the scent of pine and the distant hum of a city that seemed too busy to notice the weight of this day. Before him lay the simple stone that bore the name Michael B. Tretow, the years etched beneath it — August 20, 1944 – May 20, 2025. Janne’s fingers brushed across the cool granite, tracing the letters as if touching the past itself. Memories flooded back — the late nights in the studio, the laughter over missed notes, the magic of creating something that would outlive them both. “You were the sound behind the dream,” he whispered, his voice barely rising above the breeze. There were no crowds here, no applause, just the unshakable truth that friendship, once woven through music, never really dies. And as he stood there, guitar case resting by his side, Janne knew that the silence was not empty — it was filled with Michael’s presence, lingering in every melody they had ever made.

Michael B. Tretow: The Sonic Architect of ABBA Bo Michael Tretow, born on August 20,...

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