THE POWER OF NOW Olivia Newton-John
THE POWER OF NOW Olivia Newton-John
EW's GRADE
C-

Details Release Date: Sep 14, 2010; Lead Performance: Olivia Newton-John

In the wake of her deliciously bitchy appearance on Glee, you might have hoped the get-physical Grease star would return with a high-camp pop romp. Maybe next time. Grace and Gratitude Renewed turns out to be a soggy New Age set inspired by Newton-John's bout with breast cancer. ''Remember the wounded bird still sings,'' she advises in ''Love Is Letting Go of Fear.'' Worthy topic, weak tunes. C–

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Originally posted Sep 08, 2010 Published in issue #1120-1121 Sep 17, 2010 Order article reprints

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