Up, Up and Away
Johnny Mathis · 1967
36 min · 11 tracks · easy listening
A lush blend of orchestral arrangements and smooth vocals that captures the essence of 1960s easy listening.
Why this album works
The title track, 'Up, Up and Away', achieved significant commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart. The album is notable for its arrangement by renowned producer Herb Alpert, who had a profound influence on the sound of the late 60s, contributing to the easy listening genre's popularity during this period.
- Career context
- Released in January 1967, 'Up, Up and Away' was Johnny Mathis's follow-up to his successful album 'Johnny Mathis Sings for You'. At this point in his career, Mathis was solidifying his status as a staple of the pop music scene, known for his romantic ballads and rich vocal style. This album continued to showcase his ability to interpret contemporary songs while appealing to the broader audience of the era.
- 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 Up, Up and Away Standout 2:50
- 2 The More I See You Standout 3:58
- 3 Where Are the Words 2:46
- 4 The Morningside of the Mountain 4:18
- 5 I Won’t Cry Anymore Standout 3:26
- 6 Far Above Cayuga’s Waters 3:33
- 7 Misty Roses 2:38
- 8 Drifting 3:22
- 9 At the Crossroads 2:54
- 10 I Thought of You Last Night 3:00
- 11 When I Look in Your Eyes 3:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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