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This Is Love

Johnny Mathis · 1964

42 min · 12 tracks · easy listening

Smooth orchestral arrangements blend with Mathis's velvety vocals, creating an ambiance of romantic nostalgia.

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smooth romantic ambiance throughout steady melodic unfolding experience nostalgic reflections on love
Context
By 1964, Johnny Mathis was a prominent figure in pop music, riding the wave of success from his earlier hits. 'This Is Love' marked his continued evolution as a mainstream artist, following his breakthrough year in 1956 with the hit 'Wonderful! Wonderful!'. This album helped solidify his reputation as a leading voice in easy listening and pop genres during the early 1960s.
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This Is Love is an album by Johnny Mathis, released in 1964. Smooth orchestral arrangements blend with Mathis's velvety vocals, creating an ambiance of romantic nostalgia. 'This Is Love' is notable for its commercial success, peaking at number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album features several standout tracks that have become staples in Mathis's repertoire and showcases his ability to convey emotional depth through song, contributing to the enduring appeal of his music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does This Is Love sound like?

Smooth orchestral arrangements blend with Mathis's velvety vocals, creating an ambiance of romantic nostalgia. Rooted in easy listening.

What makes This Is Love by Johnny Mathis notable?

'This Is Love' is notable for its commercial success, peaking at number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album features several standout tracks that have become staples in Mathis's repertoire and showcases his ability to convey emotional depth through song, contributing to the enduring appeal of his music. By 1964, Johnny Mathis was a prominent figure in pop music, riding the wave of success from his earlier hits. 'This Is Love' marked his continued evolution as a mainstream artist, following his breakthrough year in 1956 with the hit 'Wonderful! Wonderful!'. This album helped solidify his reputation as a leading voice in easy listening and pop genres during the early 1960s.

Who is This Is Love for?

This Is Love works well if you're into smooth romantic ambiance throughout, steady melodic unfolding experience and nostalgic reflections on love.

How many songs are on This Is Love?

This Is Love has 12 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·42:57

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

  • 1 Put on a Happy Face 3:15
  • 2 Poinciana (Song of the Tree) 4:07
  • 3 The Touch of Your Lips 3:28
  • 4 Just Move Along, Meadow Lark 2:43
  • 5 Under a Blanket of Blue Standout 3:45
  • 6 Over the Weekend 3:52
  • 7 More (Theme From “Mondo Cane”) Standout 2:56
  • 8 You Love Me (From “Tovarich”) 3:47
  • 9 Limehouse Blues 4:23
  • 10 What Do You Feel in Your Heart 3:12
  • 11 The End of a Love Affair Standout 3:32
  • 12 Fantastic 3:57

Release Date

January 1, 1964

Genre

easy listening

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

42 min 57 sec