The concept of the “greatest hits” record is a surprisingly new invention. The world’s first greatest hits compilation was released on this day, March 15, 1958, by pop and jazz artist Johnny Mathis.

The following is an excerpt from the chapter "Songs for the Season: The Christmas Albums" from Jakob Baekgaard's Misty: The Music of Johnny Mathis (Sonicbond Publishing, 2022). Songs for the Season: ...

Not wanting to focus on just one genre, famed singer Johnny Mathis recorded songs that dabbled in pop, soul, blues, country music, and even disco. Drawing inspiration from singers like Bing Crosby and ...

In 1957, legendary crooner Johnny Mathis released a single titled “Chances Are,” which became his first No. 1 hit. When he performed the song on “The Ed Sullivan Show” that same year, a career was ...

Johnny Mathis is celebrating his 68th year in the music industry with a special holiday performance at the Mayo Performing Arts Center. On Dec. 7, the Grammy-nominated artist will sing his greatest ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Johnny Mathis Performs At Radio City Music Hall 1982 Today, Johnny Mathis will step onto the stage for the final time at the ...

Legendary singer Johnny Mathis quietly wrapped up his iconic career over the weekend with a show at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood, New Jersey. The 89-year-old performed an hour-long ...

Three-time Grammy Hall of Fame inductee Johnny Mathis has been a staggeringly popular recording artist and performer for more than 60 years. Three-time Grammy Hall of Fame inductee Johnny Mathis has ...

Johnny Mathis is concluding his historic career with a hefty amount of money to retire with. The iconic singer played his final show at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood, New Jersey, on ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Legendary pop singer Johnny Mathis will soon unplug the microphone and take his final bow. Mathis, 89, revealed that he is ...

His current tour will be cut short and refunds issued for all missed performances. Iconic rock star Johnny Mathis has announced he will retire from touring due to health concerns. Mathis, 89, shared ...

Before the Beatles wanted to hold somebody’s hand, before Al Green urged you to stay together, before Marvin Gaye implored you to get it on, Johnny Mathis had young couples making out to “Wonderful!