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13 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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I've seen Jekyll & Hyde performed 14 times (between Broadway, National Tours, and a couple of local productions in various cities). I own every recording of the show, and have every song memorized. I say all of this not to brag, or to say that I'm a big fan of the show. I say these things to say that I come into this recording with certain expectations. Those expectations color my review, therefore, for better or for worse.
That said, this is definitely a solid new recording of Jekyll and Hyde. Constantine Maroulis, Deborah Cox and Teal Wicks are all competent in their parts. In the duets they gel very well, and on some songs like Someone Like You, they shine better than I really expected. Maroulis's Jekyll is fine, though I personally find his Hyde a bit lacking. Given this is a concept recording, and not a repetitive nightly performance, he really could have gone all out on Hyde, but instead seems to reign it in making his Hyde just sound a little more "rock" than his Jekyll.
The thing holds the album back, in my opinion, is some of the re-orchestrations. Songs like Bring on the Men is drastically changed from it's predecessor in terms of pacing and tempo for it's first half. This is the Moment, arguably the most recognized song from the show, loses almost all of the excitement that is present in the Broadway Cast Recording, though thankfully it doesn't slide back to the sing-songy recordings that preceeded the OBC. Truthfully, I think that's the sentiment that pervades this recording... the sense of power is gone and replaced with a sense of pop-vocalizing.
That seems strange to me since the power behind it's songs is one of Jekyll & Hydes main strengths.
By and large, if you've never heard a recording of Jekyll & Hyde, this is a fine album to check out to get a taste of the show. You definitely won't regret it because the cast here is very good (better than some members I've seen on Broadway/National Tours/etc.), and even with the reworkings, the music still works better than most other Broadway shows. If you're on the fence, I'd definitely say to buy this and give it a chance, at first listen it feels strange, but I do think this recording will grow on me. If you're a tried and true Jekkie, you don't need my review because you've already hit "buy".
That said, this is definitely a solid new recording of Jekyll and Hyde. Constantine Maroulis, Deborah Cox and Teal Wicks are all competent in their parts. In the duets they gel very well, and on some songs like Someone Like You, they shine better than I really expected. Maroulis's Jekyll is fine, though I personally find his Hyde a bit lacking. Given this is a concept recording, and not a repetitive nightly performance, he really could have gone all out on Hyde, but instead seems to reign it in making his Hyde just sound a little more "rock" than his Jekyll.
The thing holds the album back, in my opinion, is some of the re-orchestrations. Songs like Bring on the Men is drastically changed from it's predecessor in terms of pacing and tempo for it's first half. This is the Moment, arguably the most recognized song from the show, loses almost all of the excitement that is present in the Broadway Cast Recording, though thankfully it doesn't slide back to the sing-songy recordings that preceeded the OBC. Truthfully, I think that's the sentiment that pervades this recording... the sense of power is gone and replaced with a sense of pop-vocalizing.
That seems strange to me since the power behind it's songs is one of Jekyll & Hydes main strengths.
By and large, if you've never heard a recording of Jekyll & Hyde, this is a fine album to check out to get a taste of the show. You definitely won't regret it because the cast here is very good (better than some members I've seen on Broadway/National Tours/etc.), and even with the reworkings, the music still works better than most other Broadway shows. If you're on the fence, I'd definitely say to buy this and give it a chance, at first listen it feels strange, but I do think this recording will grow on me. If you're a tried and true Jekkie, you don't need my review because you've already hit "buy".
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Teal Fan
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Beautiful & powerful vocals & arrangements! A new twist on an old story with excellent talent making the musical modern & interesting to new audiences young & old.
5 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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The Jekyll and Hyde 2012 Concept album is most definitely not what I expected. Although I did not see the original Broadway show, I was recently able to attend the new production currently in previews in So Calif. What I and many other very impressed patrons experienced was a first class production with outstanding leading ladies and an extremely talented leading man who brings a zest for life, surprising vocal power and unrepressed Tony-worthy acting skills to the infamous story which I love and know well. I imagined an album with all the demonic fire and unmitigated passion of this new and exciting 'revisal.'
Instead, I heard songs. I heard a story behind each song. I heard an album that is a stand-alone beautifully orchestrated, vocally riveting, innovative work of art which leaves an indelible impression of Jekyll and Hyde.
The Concept album is most definitely not what I expected, but in the course of a few minutes of play, it has become a favorite 'Broadway' album in my collection. I recommend it to any and all music lovers.
Instead, I heard songs. I heard a story behind each song. I heard an album that is a stand-alone beautifully orchestrated, vocally riveting, innovative work of art which leaves an indelible impression of Jekyll and Hyde.
The Concept album is most definitely not what I expected, but in the course of a few minutes of play, it has become a favorite 'Broadway' album in my collection. I recommend it to any and all music lovers.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
JEKYLL&HYDE 2012 CONCEPT RECORDING
MY TEENAGER,AGIRL,IS A BROADWAY NUT AND DRAMA STUDENT SHE LOVES BOOKS,FILMS ON THE DARK SIDE LIKE THE TWILIGHT MOVIES AND BOOKS. Read more
Published 3 days ago by susan phillips
1.0 out of 5 stars
I am a HUGE fan of this show. Why did they ruin it so bad!?
OK, I love the Original cast recording. I even love the first concept album. No one can replace Linda Eder. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Steph Hodge
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it!!!!!
Constantine, Teal Wicks and DeborahCox are fabulous!! Love this recording! Glad they recorded this since the stage show is closing.
Published 5 days ago by Karen M Sinclair
3.0 out of 5 stars
Jekyll & Hyde 2012 Concept Recording
The music is good, singing is amazing. Constantine's voice is riveting.
I would have liked to have the entire broadway production recording from this show as opposed to the... Read more
I would have liked to have the entire broadway production recording from this show as opposed to the... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Marena A Atallah
5.0 out of 5 stars
Resurection 2
Great voices in this pre-Broadway revival concept album. Back are many of the songs left out the first time around, I Need To Know, Girls Of The Night, Bring On The Men. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Paul Martin
5.0 out of 5 stars
Do I smell a Tony for "Best Revival of a Musical" ???
I was fortunate to see the pre-broadway national tour at the Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles, C.A. twice (2/16/13 & 2/27/13). Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jose Lee
4.0 out of 5 stars
Welcome!
Good audio, excellent cast, especially the protagonist and heroine. Expresses the Rock Opera origins of the powerful and dramatic work.
Published 2 months ago by Boni Mollins
5.0 out of 5 stars
Five stars for Constantine
I saw this show live when it went through Denver on its way to Broadway. Was thrilled to find there was a concept album. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Deb Kastner
5.0 out of 5 stars
Jekyll & Hyde 2012 Concept Recording
After seeing the play had to have the recording with the same artists as the play it is awesomely delightful
Published 2 months ago by Patricia R. Solomon
4.0 out of 5 stars
I like this version
Maybe that's just because I'm accustomed to listening to Cox and Maroulis.
My mom borrowed the original soundtrack from a friend and I've been listening to it and it just... Read more
My mom borrowed the original soundtrack from a friend and I've been listening to it and it just... Read more
Published 3 months ago by nobodygrl6
