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ABBA sound engineer Michael B Tretow tragically dies at the age of 80 as band issues tearful tribute to 'fantastic inspirer and joy-maker'


The musician was a prominent figure in a Swedish music for decades, and worked closely with the band during their 70s heyday.

ABBA has paid an emotional tribute to their sound engineer Michael B Tretow, after his tragic death at the age of 80. 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! 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...

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