Olivia Newton-John (The Rumour album review)
Translation from French
OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN It’s true, since “Grease,” we hadn’t heard much about the beautiful Australian, Olivia Newton-John.
A lot has happened in her life. First, she had a baby girl, and then she participated in a television program for the Bicentennial of her native country.
We mustn’t forget that she also runs a chain of stores that carry Australian products, Koala Blue.
But despite her many commitments, the lure of vinyl became irresistible, and a meeting with Elton John was all it took to set everything in motion.
First came a 45 rpm single, “Rumour,” where Olivia’s crystalline voice blends delightfully with the original sound of the great English maestro’s piano. Riding this wave of success, Olivia recorded an album whose songs reflect her captivating charm, which is hardly surprising since she composed the music herself and wrote the lyrics for some of the tracks.
There are many contrasts throughout this 12-inch record. Her recent motherhood is undoubtedly the inspiration behind “Let’s Talk About Tomorrow,” a title in which Olivia addresses the ecological issues she considers important for the future of our world. But we won’t reveal any more; you can judge for yourself…
Photo Olivia and Terence Trent D'Arby
Terence Trent D’Arby lives in London, while Olivia Newton-John has settled in California. Yet it was in Paris, at the NRJ studios, that they met.
Clearly, the best radio station brings joy to many, as Olivia loves what Terence does, and he greatly admires her. Such a meeting certainly deserves a souvenir photo, for which Jean-Paul Beaudecroux and the great Max Guazzini, the two founders of the station, happily posed.