Step back into 1974 and relive the night pop history changed forever. With Waterloo , ABBA weren’t just Eurovision winners — they became international icons, launching one of the greatest careers in music. In Iconic Albums: ABBA – Waterloo , Richard Ward takes you deep into the story behind the album that started it all. Across 35 detailed chapters, discover: The road from Sweden’s folk and pop scene to Eurovision glory. - Behind-the-scenes stories of recording at Polar Studios. - Track-by-track explorations of every song, from the smash hit Waterloo to hidden gems like Gonna Sing You My Lovesong . - The unforgettable Eurovision performance — costumes, camp, and the moment of victory. - How Waterloo conquered the UK and even cracked America. - The album’s evolving legacy through reissues, theatre, and pop culture. Packed with history, analysis, and fresh perspective, this book is both a celebration of ABBA’s first international triumph and a guide to why Waterloo still matters fifty years later. Whether you’re a lifelong ABBA fan or new to their music, this is the definitive story of the album that turned four Swedes into a global brand — and changed Eurovision forever.