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Irish Daily Star
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Star
ABBA icon dies at 80 as band members issue tearful statements
ABBA is in a state of grief after the loss of their sound engineer, Michael B Tretow. His family has confirmed his passing at 80 years old. Tretow was a towering figure in Swedish music , not only as ABBA's sound engineer but also as a musician in his own right. The members of the iconic Eurovision group have each released uncommon statements to honor Michael. Benny Andersson expressed his deep appreciation, stating: "You meant more to us four in ABBA than anyone else. I hope and believe that you felt it throughout all the years that have passed since we worked (and continuously laughed) in the studio. Our music lives on, it seems, and you are the one who made it timeless. You were a fantastic inspirer and joy-maker. And the finest sound engineer the world has ever seen. I miss you. And I've saved all your coconuts!" Read More Related Articles Bruce Springsteen's wordless message for Trump after being called 'dried out prune' Read More Related Articles Cassie Ventura's mother forced to pay P Diddy $20K for singer's fling with Kid Cudi Bjorn Ulvaeus also shared his sentiments, saying: "His significance for ABBA cannot be overestimated. He was a warm, generous person and a good friend. Thanks, Micke, for all the laughs!" Anni-Frid Lyngstad, in her statement to Aftonbladet, remembered Tretow fondly: "You were the security in our little studio bubble with your never-ending creativity, warmth and joy, and no one fit the bill as well as you! For us, you are forever part of the ABBA sound and you will never be forgotten!". Michael Tretow helped make some of ABBA's hit songs (Image: Facebook) Agnetha Fältskog expressed her sorrow, noting: "So glad I got to spend some time with you a few weeks ago... You were so sick, but your laughter and humor were still there... So many memories are preserved, your encouraging words during the recordings meant so much. We are sad now, a talented and unique person has left us. Sleep well Micke, you are in our hearts forever." Mixdown's article spotlighted the ABBA hits shaped by Tretow's production genius, like Ring-Ring, Waterloo, and Super Trouper, sharing a common element of prominent tom-heavy drum mixes, reports the Mirror . Adapting his approach not to overwhelm ABBA's delicate vocals, Michael would only mic the toms and bass drums, to prevent cymbals from dominating the sound. He also notably positioned three C414 condenser mics around the grand piano—an innovative technique at the time—adding a distinct quality to tracks such as Mamma Mia, S.O. S, and Ring Ring. The Swedish Herald, reporting his passing on Tuesday night, reminisced about Tretow's journey as a sound engineer at Metronome Studio and how in the 1970s, Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson trusted him to be Abba's audio maestro. ABBA has paid tribute to Michael Tretow (Image: Getty Images) He collaborated on all of Abba's albums, except the 2021 "Voyage", and is credited with crafting the iconic Abba sound. His passing might bring the four Abba members together again, albeit for a somber occasion, should they attend his service. They're rarely seen together, but they did unite for a photo at the 2022 premiere of their Abba Voyage concert experience. Fans have been mourning on social media, with heartfelt messages like: "Oh no that is so sad, my sincere condolences to his family and friends, gosh he was so important in the creative world of Abba. Sad sad news. "Really striking... He truly was the 5th Member of ABBA," remarked another fan. Another shared: "Aww so sad... I really liked him when viewing ABBA videos, etc May God bless his family and friends." Michael leaves behind his son Rasmus Tretow and spouse Malin Hertzman.
Wales Online
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
ABBA icon dies as band issues heartfelt tribute
ABBA icon dies as band issues heartfelt tribute ABBA have reunited in heartbreak to issue a tribute to one of the stars who helped to create their iconic music - sound engineer Michael B Tretow (L-R) Technician Michael Tretow stands with Swedish singers and songwriters Benny Andersson, Anni-Frid Lyngstad, Agnetha Fältskog and Björn Ulvaeus, of the supergroup ABBA, (Image: undefined via Getty Images ) ABBA are mourning the death of their sound engineer. The family ofMichael B Tretow's family announced he has died at the age of 80. Tretow was an influential figure in Swedish music, serving not only as ABBA's sound engineer but also as a musician in his own right. The members of the acclaimed Eurovision group have all released rare statements, paying tribute to Michael. Benny Andersson said: "You meant more to us four in ABBA than anyone else. I hope and believe that you felt it throughout all the years that have passed since we worked (and continuously laughed) in the studio. Our music lives on, it seems, and you are the one who made it timeless. You were a fantastic inspirer and joy-maker. And the finest sound engineer the world has ever seen. I miss you. And I've saved all your coconuts!". Meanwhile, Bjorn Ulvaeus went on to add: "His significance for ABBA cannot be overestimated. He was a warm, generous person and a good friend. Thanks, Micke, for all the laughs!" Anni-Frid Lyngstad gave her tribute via Aftonbladet, noting: "You were the security in our little studio bubble with your never-ending creativity, warmth and joy, and no one fit the bill as well as you! For us, you are forever part of the ABBA sound and you will never be forgotten!" Michael B Tretow produced some of ABBA's greatest hits (Image: Getty ) Agnetha Fältskog paid tribute with heartfelt words: "So glad I got to spend some time with you a few weeks ago... You were so sick, but your laughter and humor were still there... So many memories are preserved, your encouraging words during the recordings meant so much. We are sad now, a talented and unique person has left us. Sleep well Micke, you are in our hearts forever." Article continues below The Mixdown website featured an article detailing Tretow's distinctive production style, noting that he produced ABBA classics such as Ring-Ring, Waterloo, and Super Trouper, , reports the Mirror. A hallmark of these hits was the emphasis on tom-tom drums within the mix. To ensure the vocals remained prominent and delicate, Michael would strategically mic only the toms and bass drums, steering clear of cymbals which he felt could dominate the arrangement. He was also pioneering in his use of three C414 condenser microphones to record the grand piano, a technique not widely adopted at the time, adding a special touch to tracks like Mamma Mia, S.O. S, and Ring Ring. The Swedish Herald, reporting on Tretow's death late on Tuesday night, recalled his early days as a sound engineer at Metronome Studio where, in the 1970s, Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson entrusted him with the role of ABBA's sound engineer. For the latest TV and showbiz news sign up to our newsletter He collaborated with the group on all of their albums except for the recent "Voyage" from 2021, playing a pivotal role in crafting their iconic sound. His death might lead to a poignant reunion of the four Abba members should they come together to mourn at his funeral. Though seldom seen in public as a quartet, the band did reunite for a photo opportunity during the premiere of their Abba voyage concert experience in 2022. ABBA reunited publicly for the premier of ABBA Voyage (Image:) Devastated fans have been sharing their tributes online, with one posting: "Oh no that is so sad, my sincere condolences to his family and friends, gosh he was so important in the creative world of Abba. Sad sad news." Another fan paid homage by saying: "So sad... He truly was the 5th Member of ABBA," And yet another expressed their sorrow with: "Aww so sad... I really liked him when viewing ABBA videos, etc May God bless his family and friends." Michael is survived by his son Rasmus Tretow and his wife Malin Hertzman. Article continues below
Irish Daily Mirror
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
ABBA united in grief after death of 'fifth member' who shaped their sound
ABBA have been left in mourning following the death of their sound engineer. The family of Michael B Tretow have confirmed he has passed away at the age of 80. He was a giant in Swedish music and the sound engineer for ABBA as well as being a musician himself. All four members of the Eurovision legends have now issued rare statements, paying tribute to Michael. Benny Andersson said: "You meant more to us four in ABBA than anyone else. I hope and believe that you felt it throughout all the years that have passed since we worked (and continuously laughed) in the studio. Our music lives on, it seems, and you are the one who made it timeless. You were a fantastic inspirer and joy-maker. And the finest sound engineer the world has ever seen. I miss you. And I've saved all your coconuts!" Meanwhile, Bjorn Ulvaeus went on to add: "His significance for ABBA cannot be overestimated. He was a warm, generous person and a good friend. Thanks, Micke, for all the laughs!" In a statement issued to Aftonbladet, Anni-Frid Lyngstad said: "You were the security in our little studio bubble with your never-ending creativity, warmth and joy, and no one fit the bill as well as you! For us, you are forever part of the ABBA sound and you will never be forgotten!" Agnetha Fältskog paid tribute, saying: "So glad I got to spend some time with you a few weeks ago... You were so sick, but your laughter and humor were still there... So many memories are preserved, your encouraging words during the recordings meant so much. We are sad now, a talented and unique person has left us. Sleep well Micke, you are in our hearts forever." According to an article about his production style on the Mixdown website, ABBA tracks produced by Tretow included Ring-Ring, Waterloo, and Super Trouper, among many others. Something that was common through all those songs is the tom heavy drum mixing, Mirror UK reports. So as not to overpower the light and quaint vocal lines, Michael would only mic the toms and bass drums, believing that the cymbals overpower the rest of the arrangement. He also would capture the grand piano with three mics - C414 condensers - which was unusual at the time, and Michael became one of the first engineers to do so. The piano lines throughout ABBA's music are some of the most iconic and the layering of these three lines giving a flare to songs like Mamma Mia, S.O.S, and Ring Ring. The Swedish Herald which reported his death late on Tuesday night highlighted how when Tretow was a sound engineer at Metronome Studio and in the 1970s, Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson let him become Abba's sound engineer. He then worked with all of Abba's albums – except for "Voyage" from 2021 – and is considered to have created the classic Abba sound. His death is likely to mean the four Abba members are reunited again, although this time for very sad reasons, if they all attend his funeral. They are rarely photographed together, although did all pose together in 2022 at the launch of their Abba voyage concert experience. Fans have also taken to social media to share their condolences, with one writing: "Oh no that is so sad, my sincere condolences to his family and friends, gosh he was so important in the creative world of Abba. Sad sad news." "So sad… He truly was the 5th Member of ABBA," commented a second. A third went on to write: "Aww so sad... I really liked him when viewing ABBA videos, etc May God bless his family and friends." Michael is survived by his son Rasmus Tretow and his wife Malin Hertzman.
Daily Record
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Michael B Tretow dead as ABBA in mourning after sound engineer dies
The family of Michael B Tretow have announced the sad news that he has passed away at the age of 80. The sound engineer was a giant in Swedish music and worked with ABBA. ABBA has been struck by grief after the loss of their prominent sound engineer, Michael B. Tretow, who died at 80. Tretow was hailed as a towering figure in the Swedish music scene, not just for his work with ABBA but also as an accomplished musician in his own right. Following his death, all four members of the iconic group expressed their heartfelt condolences, each sharing personal tributes, reports the Mirror. Benny Andersson remarked: "You meant more to us four in ABBA than anyone else. I hope and believe that you felt it throughout all the years that have passed since we worked (and continuously laughed) in the studio. Our music lives on, it seems, and you are the one who made it timeless. You were a fantastic inspirer and joy-maker. And the finest sound engineer the world has ever seen. I miss you. And I've saved all your coconuts!" In tandem, Bjorn Ulvaeus shared his thoughts, stating: "His significance for ABBA cannot be overestimated. He was a warm, generous person and a good friend. Thanks, Micke, for all the laughs!" Anni-Frid Lyngstad also gave her tribute in a statement to Aftonbladet, affirming: "You were the security in our little studio bubble with your never-ending creativity, warmth and joy, and no one fit the bill as well as you! For us, you are forever part of the ABBA sound and you will never be forgotten!" Agnetha Fältskog has expressed her heartfelt sorrow, "So glad I got to spend some time with you a few weeks ago... You were so sick, but your laughter and humour were still there... So many memories are preserved, your encouraging words during the recordings meant so much. We are sad now, a talented and unique person has left us. Sleep well Micke, you are in our hearts forever." The Mixdown website's article on his innovative production techniques notes how Tretow's expertise shone through ABBA hits such as Ring-Ring, Waterloo, and Super Trouper. His signature sound was defined by tom-heavy drum mixing, which did not include cymbal miking to ensure they didn't overshadow the subtle vocal parts. Tretow was also an early adopter of using three C414 condenser microphones for recording the grand piano, enhancing the resonance in ABBA's classic tracks like Mamma Mia, S. O. S, and Ring Ring. As reported by The Swedish Herald late Tuesday night, after working at Metronome Studio, Tretow became ABBA's treasured sound engineer in the 1970s under the watchful eye of Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson. He collaborated on all of Abba's albums except their 2021 release "Voyage" shaping the iconic ABBA sound. His passing may bring the four members of Abba together once more, albeit for a sombre occasion, should they attend his funeral service. The group is seldom seen together, but they did reunite for a photo at the 2022 premiere of their Abba voyage concert experience. Fans have expressed their sorrow online, with one posting: "Oh no that is so sad, my sincere condolences to his family and friends, gosh he was so important in the creative world of Abba. Sad sad news." Another fan remarked, "So sad... He truly was the 5th Member of ABBA," while a third shared: "Aww so sad... I really liked him when viewing ABBA videos, etc May God bless his family and friends." Michael leaves behind his son Rasmus Tretow and his wife Malin Hertzman. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
