Sending You a Little Christmas
Johnny Mathis · 2007
43 min · 12 tracks · easy listening
A warm, nostalgic collection of holiday classics delivered with velvety vocals and lush arrangements.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its blend of traditional holiday favorites and original compositions, showcasing Mathis's enduring appeal. It received positive reviews from critics and contributed to Mathis's legacy as a key figure in holiday music, emphasizing his ability to reinterpret timeless songs.
- Best for
- steady festive warmth throughout nostalgic holiday sing-alongs cozy background for gatherings
- Context
- In 2007, Johnny Mathis was a seasoned artist with a career spanning over five decades. 'Sending You a Little Christmas' marked his return to the holiday genre, following his previous Christmas album released in 1998. By this time, Mathis had solidified his status as a perennial voice of Christmas music.
- 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 The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire) Standout 3:55
- 2 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Standout 3:40
- 3 This Christmas 4:04
- 4 Sending You a Little Christmas Standout 3:52
- 5 Mary’s Boy Child 3:09
- 6 This Is A Time For Love 4:03
- 7 Do You Hear What I Hear 3:51
- 8 Home for the Holidays 3:06
- 9 Merry Christmas Darling 3:12
- 10 Decorate the Night 3:32
- 11 I’ll Be Home for Christmas / White Christmas 3:36
- 12 Count Your Blessings (Instead of Sheep) 3:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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