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BBC Radio 2 is a radio channel that started transmitting on the 30th September 1967. It replaced Light Programme.

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Music: Classic Pop & Rock

The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words.

The stories of the biggest artists in the world. We delve deep into the BBC archive and speak to the people who were there, as we look back on their most iconic eras.

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Eras: ABBA: ABBA: 3. Said and Done

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ABBA: 3. Said and Done

ABBA

BBC Radio 2 - Eras, ABBA, ABBA: 3. Said and Done

ABBA have never been more famous - but is this the beginning of the end?

In Episode 3, Sara Cox finds ABBA at their peak - and documents the beginning of the end for the Swedish foursome.

It’s 1979, and ABBA are one of the world’s most famous bands. But beneath their successful surface, things are changing.

In Episode 3, Sara Cox follows the band to the peak of their career. As ABBA release some of their most iconic and sophisticated music, their personal relationships come under incredible strain. The band play on - but how long can they really last?

Through the BBC Archive and brand new interviews, we chronicle the beginning of the end for the masters of the scene.

Eras: ABBA

Amazing music. Played by an amazing line up.

Radio 2: Amazing music. Played by an amazing line-up. The home of great music, entertainment and documentaries

Marking 50 Years of ABBA winning the Eurovision Song Contest in four era-defining chapters

Celebrating 50 Years of ABBA winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 1974 - the definitive story of ABBA in four era-defining chapters.

The definitive story of ABBA in four era-defining chapters.

They're known for their impossibly perfect pop songs, global stardom and a stratospheric revival, but how much do you really know about Sweden's biggest musical export? With presenter Sara Cox as our guide and told in the group's own words through rare BBC archive and new interviews with experts, insiders and famous fans, this is the story of how Agnetha Fältskog, Anni-Frid Lyngstad, Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson went from Eurovision hopefuls to era-defining pop icons. Eras: ABBA is a window into the musical genius and sheer perseverance that brought ABBA to their rightful place at the top. Set against their timeless back catalogue, listeners will get to know ABBA like never before.

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