Heavenly
Johnny Mathis · 1959
48 min · 12 tracks · easy listening
A lush tapestry of orchestral arrangements and Mathis's smooth, emotive vocals create a romantic atmosphere throughout the album.
Why this album works
'Heavenly' peaked at number 3 on the Billboard albums chart and contributed to Johnny Mathis's growing popularity during the late 1950s. The album features timeless classics like 'Misty' which have since become staples in jazz and pop repertoires, demonstrating Mathis's influence on subsequent artists within the easy listening and romantic pop scenes.
- Best for
- romantic atmosphere for couples steady pacing for dinner parties smooth vocals for late-night relaxation
- Context
- Released in 1959, 'Heavenly' was Johnny Mathis's fourth studio album, following his breakthrough success with 'Johnny Mathis: A New Sound in Popular Song'. At this point in his career, Mathis was solidifying his status as a leading figure in the easy listening genre, showcasing his ability to blend traditional pop with contemporary sensibilities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- R. Stevie Moore· Nancy Sinatra· Nikka Costa· Harry Nilsson· Aretha Franklin· Cher· Elvis Presley· Dolly Parton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Heavenly 3:24
- 2 Hello, Young Lovers Standout 4:18
- 3 A Lovely Way to Spend an Evening 4:04
- 4 A Ride on a Rainbow 4:11
- 5 More Than You Know 4:18
- 6 Something I Dreamed Last Night 4:32
- 7 Misty Standout 3:38
- 8 Stranger in Paradise Standout 4:06
- 9 Moonlight Becomes You 4:06
- 10 They Say It’s Wonderful 3:33
- 11 I’ll Be Easy to Find 4:04
- 12 That’s All 3:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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