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.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Johnny Mathis, who in the 1950s created an enduring niche as a singer of classy romantic pop ballads, turns 90 on Tuesday (Sept.

Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, Tony Bennett, Johnny Mathis. Few singers have enjoyed the longevity or the popularity as these four legendary names. They are part of American pop-culture history.

BILOXI, Mississippi -- It was 67 years ago Johnny Mathis received the phone call that would change his life -- and the course of popular music history -- forever. A 19-year-old track & field star at ...