HISTORIC ANNOUNCEMENT: Agnetha Fältskog Confirms ABBA, The Beatles, the Bee Gees, Daniel O’Donnell, and Lionel Richie Will Unite for ACCES 2025 in South Africa
In what is being hailed as one of the most extraordinary events in modern music history, Agnetha Fältskog has officially confirmed that she — together with her fellow members of ABBA, alongside The Beatles, the remaining members of the Bee Gees, Daniel O’Donnell, and Lionel Richie — will participate in the upcoming ACCES 2025 (Music In Africa Conference: Collaborations, Exchange & Showcases). The landmark gathering will take place in Tshwane, South Africa, from October 30 to November 1, 2025, and promises to redefine the very idea of global musical unity.
This unprecedented convergence of legends represents far more than a conference — it is a celebration of how music continues to bridge borders, generations, and hearts. Together, these icons will explore how art can unite cultures and continents, fostering peace and understanding through shared creativity. The event will include special performances, collaborative sessions, and keynote speeches that highlight music’s role as both a cultural connector and a timeless messenger of hope.
Agnetha Fältskog, whose luminous voice helped shape the sound of ABBA, is expected to deliver a deeply moving keynote titled “Melody as Memory: The Universal Language of Music.” Her address will reflect on her five decades of artistry — from the early days of Swedish pop to the global phenomenon that became ABBA — and on how melody, emotion, and storytelling continue to transcend language, politics, and time itself.
The inclusion of The Beatles, led by Paul McCartney, and the Bee Gees’ Barry Gibb, further elevates the conference into a once-in-a-lifetime event. Each of these artists has, in their own way, defined what it means to write songs that endure — songs that outlive eras and continue to unite people across cultures. With Daniel O’Donnell’s heartfelt sincerity and Lionel Richie’s soulful charisma, ACCES 2025 stands poised to become not just a gathering, but a spiritual celebration of everything music represents.
Organizers have described this year’s edition as “a summit of sound and soul — where history and humanity meet in harmony.” With an estimated global audience expected to follow the event online, anticipation is soaring for what could be remembered as the most iconic music conference of the century.
Fans around the world are already expressing awe at the historic lineup, noting that it brings together some of the most influential voices ever to grace a stage. From “Dancing Queen” and “Let It Be” to “Stayin’ Alive” and “Hello,” the collective legacy of these artists has shaped the soundtrack of generations.
As one South African organizer beautifully put it, “When the legends of yesterday join hands with the voices of today, the future sings a little louder.”
With Agnetha Fältskog, ABBA, The Beatles, the Bee Gees, Daniel O’Donnell, and Lionel Richie all sharing one purpose — to celebrate music as a universal bridge of humanity — ACCES 2025 is destined to become a defining chapter in the history of art, compassion, and global connection.