New Music: Olivia Newton-John’s Daughter Chloe Lattanzi Rises ‘PHOENIX’

On what would have been Olivia Newton-John’s 76th birthday, her daughter Chloe Lattanzi is about to fulfill a promise to her late mother by releasing her first solo recording since Olivia’s passing. Chloe first played a demo recording of “Phoenix” for Olivia in 2021. Upon hearing it, Olivia told her daughter, “please finish this; it’s the most beautiful song you’ve ever written.” After Olivia’s health took a turn, Chloe put her music aside and moved to her mother’s ranch to help care for her during her cancer journey. “Phoenix” was co-written by Lattanzi, GRAMMY®-winner Dave Audé, and Jonathan Thulin, produced by Audé, and will premiere today on all streaming platforms. The moody, atmospheric EDM track suits Chloe well. Producer Dave Audé is really in his sweet spot here constructing a shimmering musical meditation that moves from hushed intensity to kenetic intoxication. “My mother was such an inspiration to me and would always tell me to ‘fly and to know my worth’ and to ‘promise to be honest and happy in your life,’” says Chloe. “This song is so special to me on many levels,” she adds. “My momma believed in me, loved the song, and I hope that when people listen to it, they will feel uplifted and fly – like a phoenix.”

Lattanzi is no stranger to songwriting and the recording studio. In 2015, she and Newton-John became the first mother/daughter duo to reach #1 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart with “You Have to Believe,” a dance reinterpretation of Olivia’s #1 hit “Magic” from the film Xanadu. In addition to “You Have to Believe,” Chloe and Olivia topped the iTunes Music Video Chart in 2020 with their second duet, “Window in the Wall,” an anthem aimed to unify and heal during the unprecedented times of the pandemic. But music isn’t Chloe’s only passion – keeping Olivia’s legacy alive is a priority. Just over two years after Olivia’s passing on August 8, 2022, Chloe will return to Australia to lead ‘Olivia’s Walk for Wellness,’ the annual event held to raise much-needed funds for the Wellness Programs at the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness and Research Centre. The 11th annual event will take place on October 6, 2024, in Alexandra Gardens in Melbourne, Australia, and the theme this year is “Let’s Get Physical.” Walkers are encouraged to don their best 80s gear and help support those with cancer to access wellness services and honor Dame Olivia Newton-John. People can also join and support the event virtually from anywhere worldwide by registering online or donating to Chloe’s personal walk page. “Phoenix” is available now on all major music platforms.