Joseph Leo Bwarie is the big man in town over at Broadway's Jersey Boys
, where Bwarie stars as Frankie Vallie.This month in addition to celebrating the Tony-winning hit's 10th anniversary, Bwarie also released his second album The Good Stuff, in which Bwarie redefines the American Standard with a modern big band sound. Below, BroadwayBox reacts in animated GIF as we give The Good Stuff a first listen.
1. Let’s Face the Music and Dance
It would be impossible to stay still during this song. The music just takes over your body. Grab a partner and dance.
2. Can’t Take My Eyes Off You
What a cool arrangement of this ‘Jersey Boys’ tune. The lyrics really come forward and it’s so romantic.
3. Taking a Chance on Love
Another great sounding track. This is definitely an album you want to listen to with someone you love…or want to make out with at least.
4. My Foolish Heart
If you have a fireplace, turn this track on, pour a drink and snuggle up next to the fire.
5. Let’s Stay Together
Another awesome arrangement. ‘The Good Stuff’ is an album you can imagine ‘Mad Men’ characters playing on a record player.
6. Quizas, Quizas, Quizas
Oh yeah, it’s time to grab that partner close and dance again. Just follow Baby and Johnny.
7. Day In-Day Out
8. What Is This Thing Called Love?
If there’s ever a chance to see him perform this album live, go. It’s really special.
9. Come Rain or Come Shine
Gorgeous. That voice don’t quit!
10. Blue Skies
11. I’m Just a Lucky So and So
Yas.
12. Hey Good Lookin’/In the Mood
That track, like the entire album, is such a wonderful throwback. This is just the perfect album for a dinner party or a romantic evening.
Download The Good Stuff today, and check out Joseph Leo Bwarie as Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys at Broadway's August Wilson Theatre.
