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Johnny Mathis Sings

Johnny Mathis · 1967

38 min · 12 tracks · easy listening

A smooth blend of orchestral pop and romantic ballads, showcasing Mathis's lush vocal delivery.

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steady melodic journey throughout romantic ballads for intimate moments easy listening for relaxed afternoons
Context
By 1967, Johnny Mathis had already established himself as a prominent figure in easy listening and pop music, with several successful albums under his belt. 'Johnny Mathis Sings' came at a time when he was transitioning from chart-topping hits to more curated interpretations of popular songs, further solidifying his reputation as a sophisticated vocalist.
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Johnny Mathis Sings is an album by Johnny Mathis, released in 1967. A smooth blend of orchestral pop and romantic ballads, showcasing Mathis's lush vocal delivery. 'Johnny Mathis Sings' is notable for its inclusion of the Beatles' 'Eleanor Rigby,' which showcased Mathis's ability to reinterpret contemporary music. The album continued to build on Mathis's commercial success, reaching the Billboard charts and reinforcing his influence in the pop music landscape during the late 1960s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Johnny Mathis Sings sound like?

A smooth blend of orchestral pop and romantic ballads, showcasing Mathis's lush vocal delivery. Rooted in easy listening.

What makes Johnny Mathis Sings by Johnny Mathis notable?

'Johnny Mathis Sings' is notable for its inclusion of the Beatles' 'Eleanor Rigby,' which showcased Mathis's ability to reinterpret contemporary music. The album continued to build on Mathis's commercial success, reaching the Billboard charts and reinforcing his influence in the pop music landscape during the late 1960s. By 1967, Johnny Mathis had already established himself as a prominent figure in easy listening and pop music, with several successful albums under his belt. 'Johnny Mathis Sings' came at a time when he was transitioning from chart-topping hits to more curated interpretations of popular songs, further solidifying his reputation as a sophisticated vocalist.

Who is Johnny Mathis Sings for?

Johnny Mathis Sings works well if you're into steady melodic journey throughout, romantic ballads for intimate moments and easy listening for relaxed afternoons.

How many songs are on Johnny Mathis Sings?

Johnny Mathis Sings has 12 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·38:41

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  • 1 Saturday Sunshine 2:35
  • 2 Lovers in New York 3:21
  • 3 Eleanor Rigby Standout 2:54
  • 4 Sunny 4:16
  • 5 Who Can I Turn To? 2:39
  • 6 Strangers in the Night Standout 3:30
  • 7 (There's) Always Something There to Remind Me Standout 2:42
  • 8 Somewhere My Love 3:32
  • 9 Who Can Say 2:50
  • 10 I Wish You Love 4:20
  • 11 The Second Time Around 3:12
  • 12 Wake the Town and Tell the People 2:50

Release Date

January 1, 1967

Genre

easy listening

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

38 min 41 sec