May 8, 2009 10:42
ABBA pair write together for the first time in 15 years
Benny Andersson reveals pop side-project collaboration
ABBA stars Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus are set to premiere their first newly written pop song in 15 years.
The song, called 'Story Of A Heart', will be released on July 6. It is available as part of a 14-track album by Andersson's 16-strong group The Benny Andersson Band.
Vocals on the track have been translated into English, and are sung by Swedish star Helen Sjöholm. As well as the Andersson/Ulvaeus song, 'Story Of A Heart' takes in Swedish folk music, polka, waltzes and Celtic folk.
The Benny Andersson Band have also announced their first UK performance, to take place at London's Hampstead Heath on July 4 as part of the Sweden On Stage festival. No tickets are required for the event.
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