Vintage Johnny Mathis Johnny’s Greatest Hits CL 1133 Columbia Vinyl LP
Vintage Johnny Mathis “Johnny’s Greatest Hits” CL 1133 Columbia Records vinyl LP, one of the most iconic traditional pop compilation albums of the 1950s featuring timeless classics like “Chances Are,” “Wonderful! Wonderful!,” and “The Twelfth of Never.” This original Columbia pressing is a cornerstone release for collectors of classic crooner and easy listening vinyl records.
Condition: Pre-owned. The album cover shows visible edge wear, corner dings, surface scuffing, discoloration, and small areas of paper loss consistent with age and storage. There is tape residue and minor tearing along the top seam. Graphics remain legible and display well despite wear. Vinyl is included; surface condition shows typical signs of handling and age. Please review photos closely for full cosmetic assessment.
Released in 1958 on Columbia Records, catalog number CL 1133, this album became one of the longest-charting LPs of its era and helped solidify Johnny Mathis as a major vocal star. The high-fidelity Columbia “Guaranteed High Fidelity” marking reflects the premium sound standards of late-1950s recordings.
Johnny Mathis is known for his smooth romantic ballads and crossover appeal between pop and jazz audiences. This compilation remains one of the defining greatest hits albums of the early LP era and is frequently cited as one of the first successful greatest hits packages in popular music history.
An essential addition for collectors of 1950s pop vocals, Columbia Records pressings, and classic American crooner albums. Ideal for vintage vinyl enthusiasts or as a nostalgic display piece for music-themed decor. This item has been visually inspected and represents an authentic Columbia Records release.
Did You Know? “Johnny’s Greatest Hits” spent over nine years on the Billboard charts, making it one of the longest-charting albums in history.
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