JERSEY BOYS: MUSIC FROM MOTION PICTURE / O.S.T. - CD

Personnel: Christian Hoff, Shane McConnell, Daniel Reichard, John Lloyd Young, Nick Massi, Frankie Valli, Vincent Piazza, Tommy DeVito, David Wise, Erich Bergen, Debra Clements, Michael Lomenda, Bob Gaudio, J. Robert Spencer (vocals). Audio Mixer: Pete Karam. Liner Note Author: Bob Gaudio. Recording information: Oceanway Studios, Nashville, TN. Clint Eastwood's 2014 film version of Jersey Boys, the Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons story, gave the group's producer Bob Gaudio a good chance to compile a companion piece that collects songs from the movie, the stage play, and the original recordings in one place. A fair mix of Frankie Valli originals, classic Four Seasons tracks, and those sung by the actor playing Valli, John Lloyd Young, means that anyone looking for a collection of original hits might come away disappointed. However, anyone who wants a good overview of the whole Jersey Boys phenomenon will be served very well. ~ Tim Sendra