Interesting side note about this record is that due to the group being in a contract dispute with Vee-Jay Records, they decided to record "Dawn (Go Away)" at Atlantic Records studio in NY instead, holding it in reserve from Vee-Jay. They recorded this in 1963 but waited until early 1964 to release it under the Phillips label. Charles Calello, who arranged the song, said it was their first opportunity to record using an 8-track machine, which meant the bass and drums (Buddy Saltzman) could sit on their own separate tracks (that's why the drumming sounds so impactful). It reached #3 on the charts only because The Beatles had a stranglehold on the top 2 slots for months. Thanks Brandon and Harri.
i remember well when this was a big hit. Loved it then, love it now. Great lyrics, great voices, terrific arrangement. This and "Rag Doll" are my favs of the 4 Seasons.
Just a few months after Dawn was released The 4 Seasons released Rag Doll, a reversal of roles as the girl was the poor one, the exact opposite of Dawn. The lyrics for both were written by Bob Gaudio the keyboardist and backing vocalist of the band as well as their record producer,
Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, in my opinion, had a one of a kind of sound featuring the immortal Frankie Valli. Great submission, Brandon. Harri, your review was very informative and quite enjoyable. A+ from me!
Brandon, this is the music of my childhood! I was ten years old when this song was released. I was just beginning to pay attention to the radio ( just in time to prepare for the British Invasion). Thanks for awakening great memories. Nice insights from Harri 🌺✌️
Released on their 1964 album, "Dawn" the Four Seasons went to Number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100's with this wonderful tune. Originally written as a folk song Frankie asked to have the tempo sped up. Stating the facts he wasn't good enough for Dawn, Frankie's beautiful falsetto voice makes you believe it's true. The drums are up front and central to making this an enjoyable song. Great tune. Great reaction Harri. Thanks Harri and Brandon. 👏👏 Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
I love the drumming in this also. Had a crush on a girl named Dawn in 7th grade...I think of her every time I hear this song. that was only 54-55 years ago.
Easily one of the greatest pop songs of the last few decades. Every second of it is immaculate and melodically memorable, to say nothing of the amazing vocal performance. And that drumming at the end -- amazing.
This was the first song wherein my ears heard the over dubbing. This was released in 1963, I think. A great tune! One of my absolute favorites! Nick Massi, the bass singer, did the vocal arrangements. Thanks so much!
Maybe my favorite of theirs this Sherry and Candy Girl are definitely favorites. Sounds like a Phil Spector production. To me he was one of the best producers especially with his wall of sound
Sooooo Goood... Yeah, I love the touch of raucous in it. "Dawn", "Rag Doll", "Let's Hang On", and "Oh What a Night" are my Four Season faves. I think you've done 2 out of those 4!
I’m so glad you are reacting to this great old song. You’re so good! Would love to hear your reaction to some of their other music, Walk Like A Man for one.
this song IS notable : 1. it came out in February of '64, just as The British invasion was happening. The Beatles landed in NYC in early February of '64, just as this song was released. 2. The 4 Seasons had signed a new record deal with Phillips Records, & this was their 1st release, Previously they had been with Vee Jay records. 3. The 4 Seasons survived the British invasion because Bob Gaudio -------one of the group------& producer Bob Crewe, continued to compose hit song after hit song.----------------MJL< 76 y/o
I always loved this 1964 hit for Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons - one my very favourites of theirs. Until relatively recently, singers had to really be able to sing - now, with autotune and assorted other technologies too many singers couldn't carry a note in a wheel barrow. It's one of the reasons I turned to country & acapella - bands & singers that have to be able to replicate their sound without the foregoing. Thanks for playing this one & your comments.
The beginning of a 40 year conga line of great music. 1964...Beatles, Stones, Beach Boys, Supremes, Temptations. Too many to mention. There were always timeless song in the pipeline working their way up the Top 40. Now we have a bank vault of memories. Dick Clark got it right...."The Soundtrack of our lives". (America was in a funk that started on Nov 22 with the assassination of President Kennedy. By the time the Beatles hit the Ed Sullivan Show in Feb 1964 we were back on track.)
Frankie Valli had a 4 octave range when he started. He's still performing 100 times a year singing 3 octaves... that very strong falsetto has always been so remarkable and identifiable. There was only one Nat King Cole, one Frank Sinatra and one Frankie Valli. I was nine when the Four Seasons were selling more records than The Beach Boys, whom he loved, along with The Beatles, etc. all with perfect harmonies. Yeah, great harmonies.
It's about time that Frankie Valli is being reacted to and it's not " Oh What a Night" which really hardly highlights his talent. It's the earlier hits that do him justice. Bye Bye Baby and Lets Hang On are two great 4 Season songs.
I've been trying to find out who played the drums in this song? I checked several sites, starting with the song itself, but to no avail. Does anyone have any answers? I would love to find out - those drums are fantastic!
As a kid, I adored this song.
You'll love,their version of Dylan's dont think twice its alright .if you enjoy falsetto.
Rag Doll is another top song. It was written on the back of a napkin in 15 minutes
I love Rag Doll!
He did that one last month. Check it out
Rag Doll is my favorite!
They were in traffic and a poor homeless girl knocked on the window and was asking for money and that's what inspired the song!!
This song is as good in 2033 as it was in 1964! 59 years! Wow! Now, that's staying power for the Four Seasons! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Interesting side note about this record is that due to the group being in a contract dispute with Vee-Jay Records, they decided to record "Dawn (Go Away)" at Atlantic Records studio in NY instead, holding it in reserve from Vee-Jay. They recorded this in 1963 but waited until early 1964 to release it under the Phillips label. Charles Calello, who arranged the song, said it was their first opportunity to record using an 8-track machine, which meant the bass and drums (Buddy Saltzman) could sit on their own separate tracks (that's why the drumming sounds so impactful). It reached #3 on the charts only because The Beatles had a stranglehold on the top 2 slots for months. Thanks Brandon and Harri.
Thank you John. Love that extra wisdom.
loved Buddys drumming in fact the drummers were one of the reasons I loved the Seasons songs
The Mighty FOUR SEASONS!
i remember well when this was a big hit. Loved it then, love it now. Great lyrics, great voices, terrific arrangement. This and "Rag Doll" are my favs of the 4 Seasons.
Totally agree! Love this one and Rag Doll, however, Rag Doll is my ABSOLUTE favourite!
Recorded in ‘63 released in ‘64. Great song.I was going on 17 when it was released.
You can't go wrong with Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, great songs, great harmonies!
Just a few months after Dawn was released The 4 Seasons released Rag Doll, a reversal of roles as the girl was the poor one, the exact opposite of Dawn. The lyrics for both were written by Bob Gaudio the keyboardist and backing vocalist of the band as well as their record producer,
WOW Frankie Valli is 88 and still sings great amazing !!
drums are killer!
Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, in my opinion, had a one of a kind of sound featuring the immortal Frankie Valli. Great submission, Brandon. Harri, your review was very informative and quite enjoyable. A+ from me!
“Ronnie” is another great one. 👍
Brandon, this is the music of my childhood! I was ten years old when this song was released. I was just beginning to pay attention to the radio ( just in time to prepare for the British Invasion). Thanks for awakening great memories. Nice insights from Harri 🌺✌️
Released on their 1964 album, "Dawn" the Four Seasons went to Number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100's with this wonderful tune. Originally written as a folk song Frankie asked to have the tempo sped up.
Stating the facts he wasn't good enough for Dawn, Frankie's beautiful falsetto voice makes you believe it's true. The drums are up front and central to making this an enjoyable song. Great tune. Great reaction Harri. Thanks Harri and Brandon.
👏👏 Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
Let's ho brandon😅😂
I meant go.want to keep it clean.
There’s a stage musical and movie based on these guys called Jersey Boys. I saw it live on stage. What a rocking good time!
Amazing how long ago this was. I was 10 when this came out, and at 69 am going to see Valli next Friday.
I love the drumming in this also. Had a crush on a girl named Dawn in 7th grade...I think of her every time I hear this song. that was only 54-55 years ago.
me too for the drumming
Easily one of the greatest pop songs of the last few decades. Every second of it is immaculate and melodically memorable, to say nothing of the amazing vocal performance. And that drumming at the end -- amazing.
Great request Brandon. One of the Four Seasons' best and that is saying a lot. Very good reaction Harri.🙃👍🇨🇦🇺🇸🇬🇧🤴
Right? The only song with my name in it and I have to go away!
LOL
you can stay for our twist party lol at least they haven'[t mentioned a dish soap yet
@@oldermusiclover Thank you I'd love to. We don't have that make here, PT Lord!
@@DawnSuttonfabfour you are blessed take care
@@oldermusiclover Thank you my dear, as are you. Peace and joy to you. Love from East Coast of England x
This was the first song wherein my ears heard the over dubbing. This was released in 1963, I think. A great tune! One of my absolute favorites! Nick Massi, the bass singer, did the vocal arrangements. Thanks so much!
Maybe my favorite of theirs this Sherry and Candy Girl are definitely favorites. Sounds like a Phil Spector production. To me he was one of the best producers especially with his wall of sound
my fav of theirs is Marlena also loved Walk Like A Man
This is my favorite Four Seasons song. My second is "RONNIE.". You should try it out!
I'll never forget the dopamine rush I felt, the first time I heard this on my dad's car radio.
I love their old songs the best. The harmonies & falsetto were always there!
Sooooo Goood... Yeah, I love the touch of raucous in it. "Dawn", "Rag Doll", "Let's Hang On", and "Oh What a Night" are my Four Season faves. I think you've done 2 out of those 4!
I’m so glad you are reacting to this great old song. You’re so good! Would love to hear your reaction to some of their other music, Walk Like A Man for one.
The Four Seasons had so many great songs. Thanks Brandon and Harri.
this song IS notable : 1. it came out in February of '64, just as The British invasion was happening. The Beatles landed in NYC in early February of '64, just as this song was released. 2. The 4 Seasons had signed a new record deal with Phillips Records, & this was their 1st release, Previously they had been with Vee Jay records. 3. The 4 Seasons survived the British invasion because Bob Gaudio -------one of the group------& producer Bob Crewe, continued to compose hit song after hit song.----------------MJL< 76 y/o
I was in 5th grade
I always loved this 1964 hit for Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons - one my very favourites of theirs. Until relatively recently, singers had to really be able to sing - now, with autotune and assorted other technologies too many singers couldn't carry a note in a wheel barrow. It's one of the reasons I turned to country & acapella - bands & singers that have to be able to replicate their sound without the foregoing. Thanks for playing this one & your comments.
The Four Seasons were on the radio all the time, essentially before the British Invasion.
You should look up Franky Valli singing Sherry live at Las Vegas March 2023. It’s amazing! He hasn’t lost any of his voice quality.
Better than I remember. Thanks!
Hi Harri am the only one to notice the books being you are back to front 😅😊
So many good songs❤❤❤❤❤
I couldn't have said it any better. Great commentary.
It would be perfect for a movie! One of my fave of theirs! They're unmatched!
I skipped school to see them perform it in "Beach Ball".
Brandon, great choice, one of my favorites from a long time ago.
Let’s go, Brandon.
The beginning of a 40 year conga line of great music. 1964...Beatles, Stones, Beach Boys, Supremes, Temptations. Too many to mention. There were always timeless song in the pipeline working their way up the Top 40. Now we have a bank vault of memories. Dick Clark got it right...."The Soundtrack of our lives".
(America was in a funk that started on Nov 22 with the assassination of President Kennedy. By the time the Beatles hit the Ed Sullivan Show in Feb 1964 we were back on track.)
Top notch production set The Four Seasons way ahead of the competiton.
Love love Franki Valli & the Four Seasons ❤️❤️🔥🔥thanks for reacting to this great classic 4 Seasons song
One of they're best
Hi Harri, thank you for this great reaction of a classic old song. Your hair style looks great too!
Loved this song.
This group has always been one of my favs..my era of course..
Their...Rag Doll... is also really good
He reacted to that one last month
@@brandonious7732 Darn missed it....thank you
This was the one that made me a fan.
Been waiting for this one since you did Rag Doll. Same story / rolls reversed.
Interesting how many 60's songs involved love between rich vs. poor!
@@SK-lk3iu True .. "Down In The Boondocks" by Billy Joe Royal was another great song with that theme.
Frankie Valli had a 4 octave range when he started. He's still performing 100 times a year singing 3 octaves... that very strong falsetto has always been so remarkable and identifiable. There was only one Nat King Cole, one Frank Sinatra and one Frankie Valli. I was nine when the Four Seasons were selling more records than The Beach Boys, whom he loved, along with The Beatles, etc. all with perfect harmonies. Yeah, great harmonies.
You nailed the critique!
Check out Opus17, my favorite FV & Four Seasons song
Yeah, Opus 17 has a great energy.
Great insight
If you get a chance to see the stage production Jersey Boys, it's well worth it. The movie version - not so much.
It's about time that Frankie Valli is being reacted to and it's not " Oh What a Night" which really hardly highlights his talent. It's the earlier hits that do him justice. Bye Bye Baby and Lets Hang On are two great 4 Season songs.
He has also done begging and who loves you at my request
The first record my dad ever bought was Rag Doll it's still in the sleeve that it came in or least it used to be
I've been trying to find out who played the drums in this song? I checked several sites, starting with the song itself, but to no avail. Does anyone have any answers? I would love to find out - those drums are fantastic!
Poor boy like me meeeee👏
The dude was playing hard to get. Not the norm. Great drums!
1963
React to more Greta van fleet!
Doo wop pop. How is that for a description? They were like the original Bee Gees, and must have been influenced by doo wop groups from the 50s.