Nineties pop group reunite 25 years after chart hit – as fans say ‘how did they not age?'
NINETIES chart-toppers have reunited 25 years after their smash hit - and fans are all saying the same thing.
The iconic group shocked fans as they performed together for the first time in their 25 year history - looking barely a day older than during their heyday.
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A*teens fans were left floored after they performed at the Mighty Hoopla
Credit: TIKTOK
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The four piece group were originally formed as an ABBA tribute group
Credit: Getty
The group was formed by Niklas Berg in 1998 as an ABBA tribute group called ABBA-Teens, which was later renamed A-Teens.
The band members are Marie Serneholt, Amit Paul, Dhani Lennevald, and Sara Lumholdt
They are best known for the singles "Mamma Mia" (1999), "Upside Down" (2000) and "Floorfiller" (2002).
more on pop music
Their rendition of "Dancing Queen" gained significant airplay and recognition.
The group are often credited with introducing ABBA's music to a new generation and are fondly remembered as a bubblegum pop act
Fans were left stunned as they performed a concert set in London at this year's pop music festival.
Taking to TikTok, users commented on their age-defying appearance.
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One wrote: "How are they still all in such good shape?!"
Another added: "Wait how are they all still so hot?"
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A third penned: "This made me feel so old but they all still gorgeous."
The group proved they still had strong vocals and energy to dance to an upbeat choreographed number.
The pastel themed outfits screamed 90s and the crowd loved the feeling of nostalgia.
But is their performance a one-off? Or Could A*Teens be making a music comeback?
All the 90s trends that are making a comeback
WE might be in 2024, but fashion fans are looking to the past when it comes to new styles. So what trends from the 90s are making a comeback these days?
Claw clips
These hair accessories were a huge trend back in the 90s, but are now most popular among those trying out the "clean girl" aesthetic. Designers such as Prada have released their own versions, while there are thousands of colours and styles to choose from on the high street.
Platform flip flops
Again a popular choice among fashionistas in the 90s, these heels have made a comeback with designers such as Balenciaga trying their luck with their own styles.
Cargo pants
Once worn by the stars of All Saints, cargo pants became a popular trend for teens in the 90s. But they've now had a fashion overhaul, with stars such as Bella Hadid and Hailey Bieber all putting their own spin on the trend.
Jeans and a nice top
It was the phrase that defined fashion for a decade, and now famous faces such as Sofia Richie are sporting the reinvented trend - pairing their own denims with a more sophisticated top. But are you willing to dig your jeans and nice tops out of the wardrobe for a second time?
Over the years, the group released four albums, with the first, The ABBA Generation being revealed to the world in 1999.
This was followed by Teen Spirit in 2001, Pop 'til You Drop in 2002, and finally New Arrival in 2003.
Most notably they served as an opening act for pop sensation Britney Spears.
They toured the US for the 'Oops! … I Did It Again' tour in 2000 before they decided to disband three years later.
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Their tracks reached the top ten in multiple countries around the world
Credit: Getty
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They toured the US for the 'Oops! … I Did It Again' tour in 2000 with Britney Spears
Credit: Getty
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