Open Fire, Two Guitars is a Pop album by Johnny Mathis, originally released in 1959. On Gatefold: 46 pressings tracked.
About
It would be hard to imagine an album more conducive to romance than Johnny Mathis’ <i>Open Fire, Two Guitars</i>. This 1959 release is exquisite in its simplicity, keeping a tight spotlight on Mathis’ winsome vocals while guitarists Tony Mattola and Al Caiola offer subtle accompaniment. The intimacy of the recording is a big part of its enduring appeal — unlike most of Mathis’ hits from this era, there are no florid arrangements obscuring his singing. The title tune (by Leiber and Stoller) sets the dreamy tone and leisurely pace for the rest of the album. Mathis’ readings of familiar numbers like “I’ll Be Seeing You,” ”My Funny Valentine” and “Embraceable You” brings them renewed luster. His way of lingering on a note and turning a phrase into a sensuous sigh recalls Billie Holiday at times — in fact, his rendition of “Tenderly” rivals Holiday’s in its subdued eroticism. Even a seemingly lightweight number like “Bye, Bye Blackbird” becomes an eloquent expression of longing in his hands. For capturing desire in song, <i>Open Fire, Two Guitars</i> approaches perfection.
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Tracklist
- 1Open Fire3:50
- 2Bye Bye Blackbird4:06
- 3In the Still of the Night2:32
- 4Embraceable You3:25
- 5I'll Be Seeing You4:25
- 6Tenderly2:56
- 7When I Fall In Love4:30
- 8I Concentrate On You3:14
- 9Please Be Kind3:21
- 10You'll Never Know4:01
- 11I'm Just a Boy In Love2:39
- 12My Funny Valentine3:32
Sound DNA
- Pop
Credits
The people behind it.
Performers
- Al CaiolaGUITAR
- Frank CarrollBASS CONTRABASS
- Milt HintonBASS CONTRABASS
- Tony MottolaGUITAR
46 pressings tracked on Gatefold
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