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Sounds of Christmas

Johnny Mathis · 1963

31 min · 10 tracks · easy listening

A warm blend of classic carols and original tunes, enveloping listeners in holiday nostalgia.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady pacing for holiday cheer warm nostalgia for family gatherings background for festivities
Context
In 1963, Johnny Mathis was already an established pop star known for his romantic ballads. 'Sounds of Christmas' came during a prolific period, following his successful albums like 'Johnny Mathis: The Voice of Romance' released in 1958. This album further solidified his status as a holiday music staple.
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Sounds of Christmas is an album by Johnny Mathis, released in 1963. A warm blend of classic carols and original tunes, enveloping listeners in holiday nostalgia. The album has become a perennial favorite during the holiday season, showcasing Mathis's smooth vocals and appeal to family audiences. It features well-loved tracks like 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,' which continues to receive airplay and is often associated with Christmas traditions. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Sounds of Christmas sound like?

A warm blend of classic carols and original tunes, enveloping listeners in holiday nostalgia. Rooted in easy listening.

What makes Sounds of Christmas by Johnny Mathis notable?

The album has become a perennial favorite during the holiday season, showcasing Mathis's smooth vocals and appeal to family audiences. It features well-loved tracks like 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,' which continues to receive airplay and is often associated with Christmas traditions. In 1963, Johnny Mathis was already an established pop star known for his romantic ballads. 'Sounds of Christmas' came during a prolific period, following his successful albums like 'Johnny Mathis: The Voice of Romance' released in 1958. This album further solidified his status as a holiday music staple.

Who is Sounds of Christmas for?

Sounds of Christmas works well if you're into steady pacing for holiday cheer, warm nostalgia for family gatherings and background for festivities.

How many songs are on Sounds of Christmas?

Sounds of Christmas has 10 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·31:42

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Sounds of Christmas 2:37
  • 2 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Standout 3:33
  • 3 A Marshmallow World 2:41
  • 4 God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen 3:20
  • 5 Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! 4:15
  • 6 The Secret of Christmas Standout 4:15
  • 7 Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer Standout 2:23
  • 8 Carol of the Bells 1:23
  • 9 Christmas Is a Feeling in Your Heart 3:05
  • 10 Hallelujah Chorus 4:05

Genre

easy listening

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

31 min 42 sec