What makes Tender Is the Night by Johnny Mathis notable?

This album showcases Mathis's signature style that helped define easy listening music in the 1960s, contributing to his continued popularity. It includes the notable track 'Tender Is the Night', which became a staple of his performances and received critical acclaim for its lush arrangement and heartfelt delivery. Released in 1964, 'Tender Is the Night' was Johnny Mathis's first album after achieving significant mainstream success with his earlier hits. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from a rising star to a major figure in the easy listening genre, following the chart-topping success of his previous albums like 'Johnny Mathis: A New Sound in Popular Song'.

Who is Tender Is the Night for?

Tender Is the Night works well if you're into intimate romantic evenings, steady melodic progression and luxurious orchestral arrangements.

How many songs are on Tender Is the Night?

Tender Is the Night has 12 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Tender Is the Night

Johnny Mathis · 1964

40 min · 12 tracks · easy listening

Luxurious orchestral arrangements envelop Johnny Mathis's smooth vocals, creating an intimate and romantic listening experience.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

intimate romantic evenings
steady melodic progression
luxurious orchestral arrangements
gentle background for conversation

Maybe skip if you want

seekers of high-energy tracks
prefer standalone upbeat singles

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1964, 'Tender Is the Night' was Johnny Mathis's first album after achieving significant mainstream success with his earlier hits. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from a rising star to a major figure in the easy listening genre, following the chart-topping success of his previous albums like 'Johnny Mathis: A New Sound in Popular Song'.
Stylistic neighbors: Perry Como· Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole