Dancing King : Michael John Wagner from "Mania"

About this episode

Michael John Wagner discusses his role in the ABBA tribute show 'Mania' and the enduring appeal of ABBA's music.

"They cracked the code. They know how it works and in terms of writing songs, they have a formula ...and all of their records and great music just lasts. And you know, those records are timeless. They live forever and people love them. So, you know, they cross generations and not going anywhere anytime soon." Welcome Michael John Wagner: We’re joined on the Starline by a singer-songwriter and actor. You’ve heard his work on “America’s Next Top Model” , “Friends with Benefits” and seen in “The Fourth Alice” He went from his extensive European and Summer tour to now touring with the number one ABBA tribute show “Mania: The ABBA Tribute” as Bjorn. We welcome Michael Wagner. Michael, let’s go Beyond the Mic. In “Mania” you speak with a Swedish accent. How long did it take you to perfect that? You’ve sang your own Alternative and R&B music, but now you’re back to the 70’s. Why is Abba music still loved so much even today? “Mania” is full production with all the bells, whistles, costumes, lighting etc from one of ABBA’s biggest concerts. Which is your favorite song from the show? How has this tour change the way you see ABBA? The Rockin' 8: Michael Wagner from “Mania: The ABBA…

People in this episode

Host: Sean Dillon

Guest: Michael John Wagner

Topics covered

• music
• interview
• ABBA tribute
• songwriting
• performance

Keywords

• Michael John Wagner
• ABBA
• Mania
• music
• songwriting
• interview

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Mania

Books & works: America’s Next Top Model, Friends with Benefits, The Fourth Alice

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