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This is definately not Olivia's best album, but it is not the worst. Her voice is not at it vocal height, but it is still and album that I would not exclude. My favorite duet on here is the one with Keith Urban, "Sunburned Country."

I was pleasantly surprised when I bought ONJ's latest endeavor. After releasing countless tired compilations of old material, this new CD is like a breath of fresh air.
The first track Sunburned Country with Keith Urban really caught my attention with its electric guitar opening. It's an empowering tune about the love of their homeland down under. It makes you want to visit!
Lift me Up with Darren Haynes is absolutely charming! The duo sound great together!
I'll come Runnin' with Tina Arena is another gem. The two singers have great harmony. I'm not familiar with Tina here in Canada, but she is a promising young talent.
Tenterfield Saddler with Peter Allen is a mournful ballad. Not being familiar with Australian history, this song is a bit lost on me, but I respect the artists' endeavor to sing it with heart.
I will be Right Here with David Campbell is a beautiful but predictable ballad, written by Diane Warren. Again I thank Olivia for exposing me to some of Australia's talent.
I Love you Crazy with Human Nature combines Olivia's vocals with the group's chorus.
Bad About You with Billy Thorpe is a stompin' country tune designed to get people off their feet and on the dance floor. I wish Olivia would sing more songs like this! This tune rivals anything you will hear on country stations.
I'm Counting on You with Johnny O'Keefe is a country ballad reminiscent of the 1950's sound. It's a real treat.
Never Far Away with Richard Marx is beautiful and poetic ballad. I haven't heard anything from Marx since the 80's I'm glad to hear that he is still around.
Happy Day with Jimmy Little is a cute ditty, but my least favourite song on the CD. Maybe it'll grow on me in time.
Act of Faith with Micheal McDonald is reminiscent of that famous Doobie sound. Who would have thought - Olivia with Micheal McDonald!! But it works! Another gem worthy of airplay.
The mambo version of Physical repackages an old hit from the 80's. Actually I kinda like this version better than the original.
I hope ONJ has great success with this release. Some of her previous CDs like Soul Kiss and Gaia failed to inspire. Hey if Cher can still have hit songs there is no reason why Olivia can't enjoy a resurgence of popularity.

I've been a fan of ONJ since the 70's. Her new CD is a refreshing mix of new songs, along with new artists from her homeland. The variety of songs, from ballads to pop, make for an interesting compilation. It wouldn't surprise me if some of the tunes get airplay at least in Australia. So what if I had to pay extra for an import. Olivia rarely disappoints.

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5.0 out of 5 stars ONJ
Olivia is the "Frank Sinatra" of the boomer generation - she does things "her way" and this eclectic gathering of artists on which she performs all new-duets... Read more

Published on July 13 2003 by B. Freiman

5.0 out of 5 stars OZZIES' RULE
I am so thrilled to own her latest album. This is truly versatile of her and I hope she continues to explore new grounds in singing. Read more

Published on Jun 26 2003 by WISHBONE

4.0 out of 5 stars Missing track
Watch your orders ...

Other reviewers talk of a 12th track -- a hidden rendition of Physical that is definitely on my CD -- but my players still only label this surprise number... Read more

Published on Jun 16 2003 by ceoeditor

5.0 out of 5 stars 2 for Me
Not to many songs come along that send shivers up my spine like "I will be right there" does. This is the best song on the album, although "Never far away" is a close second... Read more

Published on Jun 7 2003 by ...

5.0 out of 5 stars Not her best, but anything by her is wonderful.
Not the best songs in the world and unless you live in Australia or have some deep knowledge of it, some of the songs will be lost on you. Read more

Published on April 30 2003 by Glynn

5.0 out of 5 stars OLIVIA-2
Actually, this is the cd that could or should rev Olivia's career up. Starting w/"Sunburned Country". Read more

Published on April 22 2003 by Wayne Bales

3.0 out of 5 stars (2) little, (2) late
I have a rather love/hate relationship with this album, and it is because I am on the side closer to 'love' today that I rate it 3 stars. Read more

Published on April 7 2003 by Chris

1.0 out of 5 stars Duets for none.
It's been rumoured for the last couple of years that Olivia Newton-John was planning a duets album, but as no details were forthcoming, we all just assumed that Olivia had grown... Read more

Published on April 4 2003 by bobby morrow

5.0 out of 5 stars OLIVIA STILL SOUNDING GREAT
DON'T BE PUT OFF BY THE LACK OF BIG NAMES ON THIS CD, WITHOUT A
DOUGHT A TRUELY WONDERFUL CD. A COLLECTION OF POP, COUNTRY, ROCK N ROLL, THIS ALBUM HAS IT ALL. Read more

Published on Mar 9 2003 by mark rose

5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful ! wonderful!....
Olivia Newton John is a woman who is into surprising her fans.
the "2" album is a great album with great artists whom i am glad Olivia made some business with... Read more

Published on Mar 3 2003 by Fadi Safieddine

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