{"id":1518,"date":"2025-09-27T13:24:38","date_gmt":"2025-09-27T13:24:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abbaradio.com\/?post_type=shows&#038;p=1518"},"modified":"2025-09-27T13:28:30","modified_gmt":"2025-09-27T13:28:30","slug":"abba-international-fan-club-top-100","status":"publish","type":"shows","link":"https:\/\/abbaradio.com\/index.php\/shows\/abba-international-fan-club-top-100\/","title":{"rendered":"ABBA International Fan Club Top 100+"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>The ABBA Top 100+<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Every Saturday from <b>12:00 until 20:59<\/b>, ABBAradio.com dedicates an entire afternoon and evening to something truly special: the <b>ABBA Top 100+<\/b>, the ultimate fan-voted ranking of ABBA songs created by the Official International ABBA Fan Club in collaboration with ABBA fans around the world.<\/p>\n<p>This is more than just a chart. It\u2019s a reflection of passion, nostalgia, and love \u2013 a living celebration of ABBA\u2019s music as experienced by the people who treasure it most. Whether you\u2019ve been following the band since <i>Waterloo<\/i> or you\u2019ve only recently discovered the magic through <i>Mamma Mia!<\/i> or <i>Voyage<\/i>, the ABBA Top 100+ gives you a fresh, fan-driven perspective on the group\u2019s timeless catalogue.<\/p>\n<p>And here\u2019s the best part: you don\u2019t just hear the chart, you live it, as ABBAradio.com takes you on a journey through these 100+ treasured songs, from world-famous hits to cherished deep cuts.<\/p>\n<p><b>What Is the ABBA Top 100+?<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The <b>ABBA Top 100+<\/b> is a unique chart compiled by the Official International ABBA Fan Club, based in Roosendaal, the Netherlands. Every few years, the Fan Club invites ABBA fans worldwide to vote for their favourite tracks from the band\u2019s complete discography. The result is not a corporate playlist or a marketing gimmick \u2013 it\u2019s a true reflection of what the fans hold dear.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike traditional charts, where only singles and sales matter, the Top 100+ includes <b>everything<\/b>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The classic singles (<i>Dancing Queen<\/i>, <i>Mamma Mia<\/i>, <i>Knowing Me, Knowing You<\/i>)<\/li>\n<li>Beloved album tracks (<i>Eagle<\/i>, <i>When All Is Said and Done<\/i>)<\/li>\n<li>Rare gems and B-sides (<i>Put On Your White Sombrero<\/i>, <i>Dream World<\/i>)<\/li>\n<li>And sometimes even live recordings or alternate versions that fans consider essential.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The \u201cplus\u201d in the name refers to the fact that it\u2019s not just 100 songs, but a little more \u2013 because ABBA\u2019s catalogue is so rich that 100 tracks could never be enough.<\/p>\n<p><b>Why the Chart Matters<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The ABBA Top 100+ is special because it tells a story: not just the story of ABBA\u2019s career, but the story of how fans connect with the music.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><\/b><b>A living history<\/b> \u2013 Songs rise and fall depending on fan votes, reflecting changing tastes and new generations discovering ABBA.<\/li>\n<li><b><\/b><b>Beyond the obvious<\/b> \u2013 Of course <i>Dancing Queen<\/i> is there, but so is <i>I Let the Music Speak<\/i> or <i>My Love, My Life<\/i>. The list reminds us of ABBA\u2019s depth.<\/li>\n<li><b><\/b><b>A fan celebration<\/b> \u2013 Unlike commercial charts, this one is built purely on love and enthusiasm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For ABBAradio.com, dedicating a whole Saturday to the ABBA Top 100+ means giving fans the soundtrack they helped to create.<\/p>\n<p><b>What You\u2019ll Hear on Saturdays<\/b><\/p>\n<p>From noon until just before 21:00, ABBAradio.com plays through the entire ABBA Top 100+. That means more than eight hours of:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><\/b><b>Global fan favourites<\/b> \u2013 Songs that always top the list, like <i>The Winner Takes It All<\/i> and <i>Dancing Queen<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li><b><\/b><b>Deep album cuts<\/b> \u2013 Tracks like <i>As Good As New<\/i> or <i>Our Last Summer<\/i>, cherished by hardcore fans.<\/li>\n<li><b><\/b><b>Emotional highlights<\/b> \u2013 Songs with stories behind them, like <i>Slipping Through My Fingers<\/i>, which resonates deeply with parents and children alike.<\/li>\n<li><b><\/b><b>Rarities and surprises<\/b> \u2013 Because every chart needs a few unexpected inclusions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each broadcast feels like both a radio show and a fan convention: a gathering point where listeners across the globe can tune in and know that others are enjoying the very same chart at the very same time.<\/p>\n<p><b>A Few Highlights from Past Charts<\/b><\/p>\n<p>While the Top 100+ changes slightly with each new voting round, some songs have consistently earned top spots. Here are a few fan favourites:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><\/b><b>\u201cThe Winner Takes It All\u201d<\/b> \u2013 A towering ballad that many fans consider ABBA\u2019s masterpiece, often ranked at or near number one.<\/li>\n<li><b><\/b><b>\u201cDancing Queen\u201d<\/b> \u2013 Universally loved, forever associated with joy, dancing, and ABBA\u2019s international breakthrough.<\/li>\n<li><b><\/b><b>\u201cEagle\u201d<\/b> \u2013 A dramatic, soaring album track from <i>ABBA: The Album<\/i>, long cherished as one of their most adventurous recordings.<\/li>\n<li><b><\/b><b>\u201cSlipping Through My Fingers\u201d<\/b> \u2013 An emotional gem from <i>The Visitors<\/i>, often rediscovered by younger fans who connect with its universal theme of time slipping away.<\/li>\n<li><b><\/b><b>\u201cWhen All Is Said and Done\u201d<\/b> \u2013 A bittersweet farewell, voted into the hearts of fans who appreciate ABBA\u2019s emotional honesty.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The list also often includes surprises \u2013 songs that weren\u2019t singles but have grown in esteem over the years.<\/p>\n<p><b>Why ABBA Fans Choose Differently<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Commercial charts tell us what was bought and sold in the moment. The ABBA Top 100+ tells us what has endured. That\u2019s why the fan chart often looks very different from official sales lists.<\/p>\n<p>For example:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><\/i><i>Eagle<\/i> never charted as high as <i>Fernando<\/i> back in the day, but among fans it consistently ranks higher.<\/li>\n<li><i><\/i><i>Slipping Through My Fingers<\/i>, hardly known in the early 1980s, has grown into a fan favourite thanks to its emotional impact and inclusion in <i>Mamma Mia!<\/i> the musical.<\/li>\n<li><i><\/i><i>The Day Before You Came<\/i>, ABBA\u2019s sombre final single, remains one of the most discussed and beloved tracks among dedicated fans, even if it wasn\u2019t a huge hit on release.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This difference makes the Top 100+ a fascinating glimpse into how music ages and how deep connections outlast commercial success.<\/p>\n<p><b>A Global Fan Community<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The Official International ABBA Fan Club has been at the heart of ABBA fandom since the early 1980s. Based in the Netherlands but with members worldwide, it brings fans together through its magazine, website, and events.<\/p>\n<p>The Top 100+ is one of its most beloved traditions. Fans from dozens of countries cast votes, and the results are carefully compiled. The fact that ABBAradio.com broadcasts the list every Saturday is a tribute to that sense of community.<\/p>\n<p>When you tune in, you\u2019re not just listening alone \u2013 you\u2019re joining thousands of other ABBA fans, each with their own memories, stories, and favourites.<\/p>\n<p><b>The Perfect Saturday Soundtrack<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Saturdays are made for music, and the ABBA Top 100+ is the perfect companion. Whether you\u2019re:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hosting a party with friends,<\/li>\n<li>Relaxing with family,<\/li>\n<li>Driving somewhere and singing along, or<\/li>\n<li>Simply enjoying an afternoon at home,<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u2026the songs from the ABBA Top 100+ fit every mood. They are celebratory, emotional, timeless \u2013 and chosen by fans just like you.<\/p>\n<p><b>Why ABBAradio.com Plays the Top 100+ Every Week<\/b><\/p>\n<p>By broadcasting the ABBA Top 100+ chart every Saturday, ABBAradio.com keeps the connection between the fans and the band alive. It\u2019s not just about playing songs \u2013 it\u2019s about storytelling:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Each track has a reason for being on the list.<\/li>\n<li>Each placement reflects years of passion.<\/li>\n<li>Each broadcast is an invitation for new fans to discover why these songs matter so much.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The ABBA Top 100+ Every Saturday from 12:00 until 20:59, ABBAradio.com dedicates an entire afternoon and evening to something truly special: the ABBA Top 100+, the ultimate fan-voted ranking of ABBA songs created by the Official International ABBA Fan Club in collaboration with ABBA fans around the world. 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