Indigo: Women of Song [Import]

Olivia Newton-John | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (November 2, 2004)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Import
• Label: Mushroom Records
• ASIN: B00061F828
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #218,464 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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Indigo Women Of Song by Olivia Newton-John

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22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Welcome Return - Classic ONJ, November 14, 2004

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Jose R. Perez "Jose" (Yonkers, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Indigo: Women of Song (Audio CD)

With a stunning vocal performance, Olivia Newton-John once again proves her lasting style with a sophisticated tribute to women in music. From the dreamy vocals of "How Insensitive" to the freshly drawn "Alfie," the singer's depth and range has rarely sounded better. Soft and whimsical, then heartfelt and gutteral, "How Glad I Am" is a standout, bringing to mind Petula Clark AND Alicia Keys. Newton-John has been criticized for playing it safe and sounding whitebread. But here she once again breaks the mold, delivering emotion-packed phrasing that serves each lyric in intimate, sponteneous ways. A wonderful collection for any ONJ fan, new or old.

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! Olivia rocks!, November 2, 2004

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Music Lover "Music Lover" (Washington, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Indigo: Women of Song (Audio CD)

Having been a fan of Olivia for years and years and having also seen her recently in concert where she previewed four songs from this album (How Insensitive, Anyone Who Had A Heart, Alfie & Cry Me A River), I knew this album would be an easy listening soulful gem! It sure is and delivers on every track! The production is simple and mostly using piano and some strings........but what it brings out is what we all want........HER VOICE! Buy this cd and see what a wonderful talent she still is and give the woman her props! Love ya!

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Olivia's undeniable artistry, November 11, 2004

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Jo Morales "jov30s" (Ciudad de México, Distrito Federal Mexico) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Indigo: Women of Song (Audio CD)

A great risk is run when an artist decides to record her rendition of a famous song. Comparisons are bound to arise, and music lovers' opinions can be sharp as knives. But when that artist is Olivia Newton John, the result can only be outstanding.

Her voice sounds better than ever in this album. It is at the same time rich, fresh, deep, ethereal. It's not only her perfect pitch or strength, she's able to portray a wide range of emotions that no newcomer can even imagine.

She sounds so unlike herself, as if she were portraying different characters. Songs as How insensitive, Cry me a river and Summertime contain a fascinating mix of lust and disappointment. Olivia creates a unique interpretation from the overly recorded Send in the clowns. Hers is a heart felt confession, stripped from any edulcorated orchestration, honest and fragile. How glad I am and Alfie show her impressive vocal capabilities. Her own sunny side comes through in songs like Lovin' you and Rainy days and Mondays.

With this CD you can close your eyes and be transported to different places, different atmospheres: a New Orleans bar, a concert hall, a rose garden.

Phil Ramone's production work is immaculate. He gives these diverse songs unity. Randy Waldmans's arrangements are in perfect balance with Olivia's artistry, serving at times as a backdrop and others as an interlocutor.

Olivia's life and artistic experience can be felt throughout the record. She speaks to us boldly, never afraid to show the scars, displaying a marvelous ability to express such subtle emotions at ease.

We can only hope she'll make a second part.

Just as good wines, Olivia is better with time.