1 hr 5 min
Janne Schaffer Pop: The History Makers with Steve Blame
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- Music
Discover the untold ABBA story of Sweden's greatest guitarist, Janne Schaffer. Learn about his incredible journey and his impact on the iconic band's sound.
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Janne Schaffer, born on September 24, 1945, in Stockholm, Sweden, a highly acclaimed guitarist known for his versatile and innovative style. He rose to prominence in the 1970s as a solo artist and as a session musician working with Swedish pop group ABBA, where his guitar work became an integral part of the band's sound, contributing to hits like "Dancing Queen" and "Waterloo", and 54 titles in total. Even today he excites audiences of ABBAMANIA with his virtuoso guitar playing.
If you want to see more of the ABBA series of interviews:
1. The story of how ABBA won EUROVISION; Carl Magnus Palm
https://youtu.be/P6qeCPFBjMs
2. Björn Again
https://youtu.be/cnlDDpGZaAk?si=MEbkm6cxn5Pz-X69
3. ABBAMANIA THE SHOW
https://youtu.be/4UjqutfabBQ?si=CphzzJOba4ryfc6b
Schaffer's solo career has been equally impressive, with over 20 solo albums showcasing his mastery of various genres including rock, jazz, and classical. He has collaborated with numerous artists both in Sweden and internationally, and his contributions to music have earned him widespread recognition and accolades, including several Swedish Grammy Awards. Schaffer remains an influential figure in the music industry, revered for his technical proficiency, musical innovation, and enduring impact on guitar playing.
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Discover the untold ABBA story of Sweden's greatest guitarist, Janne Schaffer. Learn about his incredible journey and his impact on the iconic band's sound.
If you want to see this on YouTube - go here:
Janne Schaffer, born on September 24, 1945, in Stockholm, Sweden, a highly acclaimed guitarist known for his versatile and innovative style. He rose to prominence in the 1970s as a solo artist and as a session musician working with Swedish pop group ABBA, where his guitar work became an integral part of the band's sound, contributing to hits like "Dancing Queen" and "Waterloo", and 54 titles in total. Even today he excites audiences of ABBAMANIA with his virtuoso guitar playing.
If you want to see more of the ABBA series of interviews:
1. The story of how ABBA won EUROVISION; Carl Magnus Palm
https://youtu.be/P6qeCPFBjMs
2. Björn Again
https://youtu.be/cnlDDpGZaAk?si=MEbkm6cxn5Pz-X69
3. ABBAMANIA THE SHOW
https://youtu.be/4UjqutfabBQ?si=CphzzJOba4ryfc6b
Schaffer's solo career has been equally impressive, with over 20 solo albums showcasing his mastery of various genres including rock, jazz, and classical. He has collaborated with numerous artists both in Sweden and internationally, and his contributions to music have earned him widespread recognition and accolades, including several Swedish Grammy Awards. Schaffer remains an influential figure in the music industry, revered for his technical proficiency, musical innovation, and enduring impact on guitar playing.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 hr 5 min