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Benny Andersson’s Son Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of New ABBA Voyage Show
ABBA’s legacy continues to evolve in the 21st century, and with the massive success of the revolutionary ABBA Voyage show in London, fans around the world are more curious than ever about what goes on behind the scenes. Recently, Benny Andersson’s son, Ludvig Andersson, made a rare and exciting appearance on ITV’s This Morning, offering exclusive insights into the creative vision, challenges, and emotional core of the show that has redefined live music experiences.
Ludvig, who serves as a producer on the ABBA Voyage project, spoke candidly about how the concept began as a dream between the band members and a small team of visionaries nearly a decade ago. According to him, the show is not just a typical concert—it’s a fusion of groundbreaking digital technology and timeless musical magic. Using motion-capture performances and real-time rendering, ABBA Voyage features virtual “ABBAtars” of the band as they appeared in their 1979 prime, performing alongside a live band in a specially built arena in London.
“The most difficult part,” Ludvig shared, “was getting it to feel real—not just visually, but emotionally. We didn’t want people to walk away impressed by the technology; we wanted them to feel like they had truly seen ABBA live.” This emphasis on authenticity, he explained, is why the band members—Benny, Björn, Agnetha, and Frida—spent weeks performing in motion-capture suits to ensure that every movement and nuance was true to life.
He also revealed touching moments from the project’s early stages. Benny, Ludvig’s father, was reportedly hesitant at first, unsure whether the world needed an ABBA comeback. But as the project developed, Benny became one of its most passionate supporters. Ludvig recalled how emotional his father became during the first full rehearsal: “He just stood there in silence, watching the ABBAtars perform ‘The Winner Takes It All’, and I could see tears in his eyes.”
Ludvig also hinted at potential upgrades to the show in the near future, including the possibility of new songs being added or alternate versions of existing performances. “The amazing thing about this technology is that it’s never static,” he said. “We can keep adding, improving, and surprising the audience.”
When asked whether the real ABBA would ever perform live again, Ludvig was respectful but firm: “This show is as close as we’ll get. It was designed to give fans—old and new—a chance to experience ABBA in their prime. And honestly, that’s a beautiful thing.”
As the ABBA Voyage show continues to sell out months in advance and receive rave reviews from fans and critics alike, it’s clear that this innovative blend of nostalgia and technology has struck a powerful chord. Thanks to the dedication of people like Ludvig Andersson, the ABBA magic lives on—not just as a memory, but as a living, evolving experience for new generations.