ABBA – The Album (LP, Balkanton, licensed pressing Bulgaria 1977) – Retro Pop Classic, 70s Edition

This rare licensed pressing of "The Album" was released on the Bulgarian label Balkanton and is based on the original Polydor release (1977) . It contains some of ABBA 's most iconic songs, including "Take a Chance on Me" , "The Name of the Game" and "Thank You for the Music" – timeless classics that define the unmistakable ABBA sound of perfect pop, catchy harmonies and charismatic production.

The colorful, illustrative cover design is emblematic of the late 1970s – optimistic, cosmopolitan, and full of artistic energy. This edition is not only a piece of music history but also a collector's item with a special cultural and historical background, as Balkanton served as a gateway to the Western pop world for many fans in the Eastern Bloc.

Historical background:
ABBA – consisting of Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson, and Anni-Frid Lyngstad – shaped global pop music of the 1970s like almost no other band. The Album was created at the height of their popularity, coinciding with the ABBA film, and marks the transition from pure disco lightness to a more mature, orchestral pop sound. Today, the Balkanton pressings are highly sought-after historical documents of the cultural East-West connection during the Cold War.

Condition:

• Vinyl: Very good (VG+) – surface with minimal marks, plays clearly with a powerful sound.

• Cover: Good (VG) – Minor edge wear, age-related discoloration, and a few pressure marks, but sturdy and vibrant. Back cover with complete track listing and Polydor credit.

Product details:

• Format: LP, 33 1/3 RPM

• Artist: ABBA

• Album: The Album

• Label: Balkanton / Polydor License

• Catalog number: BTA 11074

• Year of publication: 1977

• Origin: Bulgaria

• Genre: Pop, Disco, Soft Rock

• Design style: Typical late 70s with illustrative pop art graphics and international look

Notes:

• Licensed Polydor pressing, manufactured in Bulgaria (Balkanton)

• Images are part of the item description