What is the best album by ABBA-inspired Scandinavian pop acts like Roxette and Ace of Base?

By YPB Team

From Roxette's irresistible guitar-pop to Ace of Base's reggae-tinged earworms, Scandinavia delivered some of pop's most purely enjoyable albums. Which one takes the crown?

  1. Look Sharp! by Roxette (1988) — ranked #11
    Look Sharp! by Roxette (1988)
    Roxette's breakout album that launched global hits like The Look.
  2. Joyride by Roxette (1991) — ranked #22
    Joyride by Roxette (1991)
    Their commercial peak; one of the most infectious pop albums of the 90s.
  3. Tourism by Roxette (1992) — ranked #33
    Tourism by Roxette (1992)
    Road-tested mix of live tracks and new studio material.
  4. Crash! Boom! Bang! by Roxette (1994) — ranked #44
    Crash! Boom! Bang! by Roxette (1994)
    Polished mid-career album balancing ballads and upbeat pop.
  5. Have a Nice Day by Roxette (1999) — ranked #55
    Have a Nice Day by Roxette (1999)
    Smooth, confident record showing their enduring appeal.
  6. Charm School by Roxette (2011) — ranked #66
    Charm School by Roxette (2011)
    Emotional comeback after Marie's illness; fan favorite.
  7. Good Karma by Roxette (2016) — ranked #77
    Good Karma by Roxette (2016)
    Final studio album; a warm, upbeat farewell.
  8. Happy Nation by Ace of Base (1992) — ranked #88
    Happy Nation by Ace of Base (1992)
    Debut that made Ace of Base a worldwide sensation (also released as The Sign).
  9. The Bridge by Ace of Base (1994) — ranked #99
    The Bridge by Ace of Base (1994)
    Slicker follow-up pushing their reggae-pop sound further.
  10. Flowers by Ace of Base (1998) — ranked #1010
    Flowers by Ace of Base (1998)
    Stylistic evolution blending Eurodance with melodic hooks.
  11. Da Capo by Ace of Base (2002) — ranked #1111
    Da Capo by Ace of Base (2002)
    Final album with a refreshed lineup and modern production.

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