Review of album Come On Over
OLIVA NEWTON-JOHN - Come On Over, MCA 2186.
Most commercial LP in several tries for artist, with emphasis on ballads working to her advantage. The obvious attempts at country don’t really work, but the straight pop ballads come off well.
Usual strong orchestration and form fitting production from John Farrar and continued improved singing from Newton-John. Best material comes from the pens of the Bee Gees and Rory Bourke, though Farrar has written a couple of good songs. The folky “Greensleeves” is pretty but there really isn’t much point. There are several potential singles here, the artist has one of pop’s most recognizable voices and has developed into a good singer.
Good, romantic set.
Best cuts: “Come On Over” (current single). “Poпу Ride.” “Don’t Throw It All Away.” “Who Are You Now?,” “Smile For Me,” “Wrap Me In Your Arms.”
Dealers: Still one of pop’s major stars