Bjorn in Sweden

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Bjorn in Sweden

Quoted as The Next Best to the original Abba by Scandinavias leading music television channel NRK, this show has entertained audiences all over the world, from large outdoor festivals to private birthday parties. Wherever they perform they endeavour to get the audience on their feet and capture Abba as they were in there hayday...

"Few have received the same recognition, the nation's leading live Abba tribute"
The Scotsman, Scotland on Sunday

Having performed many international & national theatre tours ,concerts & open air Festivals, they have appeared 'Live' numerous times on live television and radio broadcasts.
"Successful tribute bands have to not only the look and sound exactly right, but also recreate the atmosphere of an original concert. "It is easy to see why they are regarded as one of the most authentic!" Gloucester Echo News
Tours of Iceland, Austria, France, Romania, Denmark, Portugal ,Cyprus, Norway and Northern and Southern Ireland have taken place, a tour in Russia included television interviews & their performance in Moscow was televised 'Live' and shown throughout the Baltic States.
A performance in Hossegor, France featured on MTV and a recent festival in South Africa had them performing in front of 55,000 people headlining with some of their biggest stars.
More recently they were flown to the exotic location of Phuket in Thailand for several performances which generated lots of media coverage.
"To say that it succeeds in its aim is an understatement". South Wales Evening Post.

A considerable landmark in their career was their sixth sell out theatre tour of Sweden, the 'home of the original super group Abba'. They enjoyed standing ovations and an abundance of positive feedback from the audiences. Countless comments were attributed stating that they are "Just like the real Abba!" Making front page of the Swedish tabloids and television interviews, not to mention being followed by a Norwegian camera crew for a top music channel documentary on a programme called 'The Next Best 'to the original Abba, which was shown and Broadcast in Norway, Sweden and Denmark.
There are many tributes in circulation but they are exceptional in comparison, with the most meticulous attention to detail, this live production aims to reproduce Abba Live in Concert focusing on the live aspect with an exceptionally talented, professional cast, the show features the very high standard of musicianship needed to recreate Abba songs, and with all performers singing & playing totally live, audiences are experiencing a true live performance.
Packed full of excitement and vivacity, dazzling costumes and authentic lighting design, they will take you on a journey back to the 1970's. Wherever the band performs, audiences can watch and hear all of the hits including some hidden surprises for even the most ardent Abba fan.

Varying line ups this show can be tailored to suit any event and budget.Performing as a 4 piece to an All live 6 piece with comprising of a 4 piece live band made up of Piano & keys, Acoustic & Electric Guitars, Drums and Bass guitar with all musicians singing live. Fully choreographed and authentic, lavish costume changes.

Line-up

2 x Female Singer/ Dancers
1 x Male Vocal & Electric & Accoustic Guitars
1 x Male Vocal & Piano & Keyboards/Synth
1 x Male Vocal & Drums
1 x Sound & Lighting Engineer ( required for all performances)

Extra Line-up(s)

1 x Male Vocal & Bass Guitar
Background Music can be arranged.
1 x Christmas Set ( includes various Christmas Songs & Costumes)
70's Show ( covering Glam,rock,Pop & Disco)
P.A & Sound Engineer for Other Band line-ups

Also included

New state of the art EV 10KW P.A System. ( seperates tailored on arrival to suit venue, numbers and event), Crown Amps.
LED Generic Lighting & Led intelligent moving heads.
Strobe,Blinder, Blue Laser,UV, La Maitre NVS Hazer, La Maitre Pyrotechnics ( N.B some of the list have limited use at venues).
Space permitting ; White Grand Piano, large Light up led signs, Backdrop, Giant Mirror Ball.
All PAT TESTED.

Location

North West based and will travel to these areas: Midlands, North East, North West, Scotland, Wales, Ireland.

Previous Clients

Coronation street Cast
Manchester United F.C
B.M.W
Marriott Hotels
Hilton Hotels
Devere Hotels & Resorts
Best Western
Thistle Hotels
Macdonald Hotels
National Trust
Carphone warehouse
British Show Jumping association
Holiday Inn
Village Hotels
Marie Curie Cancer
Sainsbury's
Littlewoods
Royal Air Force
Bourne Leisure
The Hereford Cattle Society
Crimestoppers
Rotary International
Ponderosa
HMS Pinafore
British Nuclear Group
County Police HQ
Huddersfield Giants
Solgar vitamin and Herbs
Pall-ex
JJB
Grenadier Guards
Make a wish Foundation
Nottingham County Cricket Club
Twickenham Stadium

Absolutely fantastic band, they look and sound like ABBA....They could be ABBA.
Played for us on the 23rd August, Marquee in the garden, great sound, lovely people, could not fault them.
I would have no hesitation in highly recommending them for parties or functions.

-Jim

"Its not often you'll see our audiences on their feet, but there was no stopping them with this show, techies included! A great show, and great people. We are looking forward to their next visit."
Mike Bareham, Westcliffe Theatre, Clacton

"A really polished outfit with great music and costumes and just really nice people to do business with. They really know how to get people into the ABBA Groove and its great to see a field of people waving their arms and singing along. I booked them for the theatre as soon as I could."
Mark Allinson - Thameside theatre Grays

"A fantastic show, highly professional cast and crew - they really got the crowd going. Next years date already in the diary."
Louise Strong, Empire theatre Consett

"Thank you, the show was fantastic!! Much appreciated by audience and staff alike. A wonderful evening was had by all. Sound and lighting effects excellent. BRAVO"! Carl Amos.The Bedford Corn Exchange!!!

"The Next Best to ABBA" N.R.K. Norways leading music television channel

"Every man, woman and child was on their feet, waving and cheering.!"
Eden Court Theatre,The Inverness Courier

"A truly, truly exceptional show!" Thurrock Festival

"Absolutely Fabbatastic. If I had closed my eyes, I would never have known you were a tribute."
Stephen and Estelle Pakter, Brodetsky event

"The whole show was truly magnificent ."
Tracy Bryant, White Rock Theatre, Hastings

"Thank you for such a wonderful performance, the feedback was incredible, the atmosphere was fantastic!"
Nicola Cook, Ponderosa Festival

"What can I say? An outstanding performance, professional approach and fantastic costumes. From start to finish they were truly remarkable."
Maria Kidd, Marie Curie Cancer Ball