Greatest Hits Vol 3, Olivia Newton John - Promo

Olivia Newton-John – Greatest Hits Vol. 3

Artist: Olivia Newton-John

Title: Greatest Hits Vol. 3

Album Type: Compilation Album

Original Release Date: 1982

Label: MCA Records (USA/Canada) / Interfusion (Australia)

Genre: Pop / Synth-Pop / Adult Contemporary / Soft Rock

Background & Production Released at the absolute peak of her global fame, Greatest Hits Vol. 3 (known in some territories as Olivia's Greatest Hits Vol. 2) captures Olivia Newton-John’s metamorphosis from a country-pop sweetheart into a sleek, synth-driven pop icon. This collection primarily covers the era from 1978 to 1982—a period dominated by her work with producer John Farrar. It chronicles her massive success following the Grease phenomenon and her daring pivot into the "Physical" era, which redefined her image and sound for the 1980s.

Musical Composition & Style The album is a masterclass in late 70s and early 80s production, blending high-energy pop with sophisticated ballads.

• The Mega-Hit: Physical leads the charge. Spending ten weeks at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, its aerobics-ready synth beat and cheeky lyrics made it the biggest single of the decade.

• The "Grease" Legacy: The collection features the legendary duets with John Travolta, including You're the One That I Want and Summer Nights, which remain among the best-selling singles of all time.

• The "Xanadu" Magic: Her collaboration with Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) and John Farrar is represented by tracks like Magic and Xanadu, showcasing her ethereal vocals against lush, disco-influenced arrangements.

• Pop Perfection: Tracks like A Little More Love and Make a Move on Me demonstrate her ability to blend soft-rock sensibilities with the emerging electronic textures of the early 80s.

Legacy & Collector Notes Greatest Hits Vol. 3 is often considered the definitive "Olivia" compilation for collectors because it contains her most internationally successful material. For vinyl enthusiasts, the original MCA pressings are prized for their bright, "radio-ready" fidelity. The album’s cover art—typically featuring a vibrant, athletic portrait of Olivia—perfectly encapsulates the fitness-obsessed, neon-tinged aesthetic of the early 80s. It is a cornerstone for any Shopify store focusing on 80s Pop, Australian icons, or the "Physical" era of music history.

• Keywords: Olivia Newton-John, Greatest Hits Vol 3, Physical, Grease, Xanadu, 1982 Vinyl, MCA Records, John Farrar, 80s Pop, Australian Music.

• Collection Ideas: 80s Pop Divas, Australian Legends, The Best of the 80s, Disco & Synth-Pop Essentials.

• Related Artists: Barry Gibb, Electric Light Orchestra, John Travolta, Linda Ronstadt, Sheena Easton.

MINT - sealed

NM - likely never played - almost perfect

VG+ - light scuffs, light scratches wont effect play

VG -  signs of wear, light scratches you can feel

GOOD -  surface noise, visible groove wear

POOR / FAIR- some damage, causing issues like skipping & distorted audio

OIS - original inner sleeve