Johnny Mathis

The 1989 "lost" album by Johnny Mathis is lost no more! Renowned producer Sergio Mendes of Brasil '66 fame and arranger-guitarist Dori Caymmi joined Mathis on The Island to subtly modernize the classic sounds of bossa nova and samba. He delivered some of his most sensual vocals ever for ten smoldering songs by Caymmi, Mendes, Ivan Lins, Brenda Russell, Alan and Marilyn Bergman, and others. Featuring a small rhythm section including talents like Robbie Buchanan, Paulinho da Costa, and Toto's Jeff Porcaro, The Island is one of Mathis' most beautiful, intimate, and timeless recordings.  This world premiere standalone CD release features Mike Piacentini's remastering and new liner notes by TSD's Joe Marchese based on fresh interviews with Mathis and his duet partner Dionne Warwick.  John Sellards' artwork includes rare photos by one of the era's top photographers, David Vance.