The Complete Christmas Collection 1958–2010
Johnny Mathis · 2015
228 min · 71 tracks · easy listening
A warm embrace of classic holiday melodies wrapped in Johnny Mathis's smooth, romantic vocals.
Why this album works
This collection solidifies Johnny Mathis's status as one of the most recognizable voices in Christmas music, often cited by critics as a quintessential holiday album. The compilation features hits that have charted well over the years, with Mathis's version of 'The Christmas Song' being particularly notable for its enduring popularity and airplay during the festive season.
- Best for
- cozy holiday gatherings atmosphere nostalgic moments by the fire joyful sing-alongs with family
- Context
- By the time 'The Complete Christmas Collection 1958–2010' was released in 2015, Johnny Mathis had established himself as a staple of holiday music, having released numerous Christmas albums since his debut in the late 1950s. This compilation showcases nearly six decades of his interpretations of beloved Christmas classics, highlighting his consistent presence in the genre and the evolution of his style over time.
- 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.
Disc 1
- 1 Ave Maria 2:59
- 2 Winter Wonderland 3:14
- 3 The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire) Standout 4:18
- 4 Sleigh Ride 2:57
- 5 Blue Christmas 3:02
- 6 I'll Be Home for Christmas 4:04
- 7 White Christmas 3:28
- 8 O Holy Night Standout 4:35
- 9 What Child Is This? 3:58
- 10 The First Noel 3:49
- 11 Silver Bells 3:32
- 12 It Came Upon the Midnight Clear 3:08
- 13 Silent Night, Holy Night 3:49
- 14 Ol' Kris Kringle 2:24
- 15 Give Me Your Love for Christmas (1961 version) 2:55
- 16 Christmas Eve 2:56
- 17 My Kind of Christmas 3:02
- 18 The Sounds of Christmas 2:35
- 19 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 3:34
- 20 It's a Marshmallow World 2:37
- 21 God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen 3:19
- 22 Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! 4:12
Disc 2
- 1 The Little Drummer Boy 3:32
- 2 Have Reindeer, Will Travel 3:31
- 3 The Secret of Christmas 4:12
- 4 Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 2:20
- 5 Carol of the Bells 1:22
- 6 Christmas Is a Feeling in Your Heart 3:03
- 7 Hallelujah Chorus 4:02
- 8 Jingle Bell Rock 2:11
- 9 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 3:29
- 10 My Favorite Things 2:37
- 11 Give Me Your Love for Christmas 2:37
- 12 Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town 2:19
- 13 What Are You Doing New Year's Eve? 2:52
- 14 Do You Hear What I Hear? 3:21
- 15 Calypso Noel 2:13
- 16 The Little Drummer Boy 2:28
- 17 Christmas Day 3:24
- 18 The Lord's Prayer 2:40
- 19 Sign of the Dove 2:49
- 20 Christmas Is... 3:06
- 21 When a Child Is Born (Soleado) (1976 Stereo Single version) 3:41
- 22 The Very First Christmas Day (Single version) 3:07
- 23 Christmas in the City of Angels 2:50
- 24 The Lord's Prayer 3:26
- 25 When a Child Is Born (Soleado) 3:52
Disc 3
- 1 It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas 2:14
- 2 It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Standout 2:45
- 3 Jingle Bells 2:54
- 4 Toyland 3:41
- 5 The Christmas Waltz 2:36
- 6 Every Christmas Eve / Giving (Santa's Theme) 4:03
- 7 Christmas Is for Everyone / Where Can I Find Christmas ? 5:09
- 8 We Need a Little Christmas 1:54
- 9 Caroling, Caroling / Happy Holiday 3:44
- 10 It's Christmas Time Again 4:28
- 11 O Tannenbaum 2:57
- 12 Joy To The World 2:01
- 13 Heavenly Peace 3:30
- 14 Away in a Manger 2:30
- 15 A Christmas Love Song 3:35
- 16 Frosty the Snowman 2:31
- 17 Have a Holly Jolly Christmas 2:00
- 18 O Little Town of Bethlehem 2:44
- 19 I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm 3:34
- 20 Snowfall / Christmas Time Is Here 5:00
- 21 Merry Christmas 3:12
- 22 Winter Wonderland / Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! 2:47
- 23 What a Wonderful World (Christmas version) 4:31
- 24 Ave Maria (Long version) 4:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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