Portrait of Johnny
Johnny Mathis · 1961
32 min · 12 tracks · easy listening
Smooth orchestral arrangements blend with Johnny Mathis's silky vocals, creating an intimate and romantic listening experience.
Why this album works
The album reached No. 6 on the Billboard 200 chart and showcased Mathis’s ability to connect with audiences through heartfelt interpretations of contemporary songs. Its commercial success helped establish him as a leading voice in the easy listening genre during the early 1960s.
- Best for
- intimate moments of romance steady melodic journey throughout for quiet evenings
- Context
- Released on July 17, 1961, 'Portrait of Johnny' was Johnny Mathis's ninth studio album, following the success of his earlier hits. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his status as a prominent figure in pop music, known for his romantic ballads and lush vocal style, which appealed widely to adult listeners.
- 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 Starbright 2:47
- 2 While You’re Young Standout 2:53
- 3 Should I Wait (Or Should I Run to Her) 2:48
- 4 All Is Well 2:31
- 5 You Set My Heart to Music Standout 2:42
- 6 My Love for You 3:03
- 7 Oh That Feeling 2:31
- 8 How to Handle a Woman Standout 2:45
- 9 Cherie 2:45
- 10 Hey Love 2:27
- 11 Jenny 2:53
- 12 The Story of Our Love 2:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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