Johnny's Newest Hits
Johnny Mathis · 1963
12 tracks · easy listening
A lush collection of romantic ballads that showcase Johnny Mathis's smooth vocal prowess against sweeping orchestral arrangements.
Why this album works
'Johnny's Newest Hits' contributed to Mathis's enduring popularity, reaching the top of the Billboard charts and further showcasing his unique blend of pop and traditional balladry. The album is notable for its strong performance on the charts, helping Mathis maintain relevance in a rapidly changing musical landscape during the early 1960s.
- Best for
- romantic evenings with loved ones nostalgic reflections on past love gentle background for intimate moments
- Context
- Released in 1963, 'Johnny's Newest Hits' marked a significant point in Johnny Mathis's career, following his commercial breakthrough with the album 'Johnny's Greatest Hits' in 1958. By this time, Mathis had established himself as a leading voice in easy listening and pop music, solidifying his status with consistent chart performances.
- 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 What Will My Mary Say Standout
- 2 Unaccustomed as I Am
- 3 Sweet Thursday
- 4 There You Are
- 5 Wasn’t the Summer Short? Standout
- 6 That’s the Way it Is
- 7 Gina
- 8 Marianna
- 9 I Love Her That’s Why Standout
- 10 I’ll Never Be Lonely Again
- 11 One Look
- 12 Quiet Girl
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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