Sharon O’Neill – ‘Power’
1984
Sharon O’Neill – ‘Power’
1984
- NFSA ID2H4JZCQV
- TypeTelevision
- MediumMoving Image
- FormClip (an extract from a program or a music video clip), Music
- GenresPopular music
- Year1984
Adopted by Australia despite her Kiwi roots, Sharon O’Neill carved out a solid ’80s career with hits like ‘Maxine’ and a knack for sharp songwriting. ‘Power’ (1984) went heavier, pairing electro-rock with a video that screams ’80s excess. There’s a mask-wearing mogul who peels off his face to reveal a robot, Sharon harmonising with her own close-ups, and intense neon lighting throughout. It’s very Bonnie Tyler, minus the Hollywood budget – theatrical, surreal and completely of its era. The song’s themes of control and resilience shine through, but the visuals are what make it memorable: a fever dream of ’80s video culture.
Adopted by Australia despite her Kiwi roots, Sharon O’Neill carved out a solid ’80s career with hits like ‘Maxine’ and a knack for sharp songwriting. ‘Power’ (1984) went heavier, pairing electro-rock with a video that screams ’80s excess. There’s a mask-wearing mogul who peels off his face to reveal a robot, Sharon harmonising with her own close-ups, and intense neon lighting throughout. It’s very Bonnie Tyler, minus the Hollywood budget – theatrical, surreal and completely of its era. The song’s themes of control and resilience shine through, but the visuals are what make it memorable: a fever dream of ’80s video culture.
- NFSA ID2H4JZCQV
- TypeTelevision
- MediumMoving Image
- FormClip (an extract from a program or a music video clip), Music
- GenresPopular music
- Year1984
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