Cole, Mathis and Benton

Something special has been prepared for those listeners who enjoy quiet and relaxing music on Sundays.

The medley begins with a set of songs by Nat King Cole, followed by Johnny Mathis and last but not least, Brook Benton. Feel free to swoon.

The only thing asked of you is to step right up and announce which one of these legendary singers moved the needle for you.

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Cole – Mathis – Benton

Comments (14)

  1. EILEEN S CORRIE

    This was very nice relaxing background music with my coffee. I enjoyed it all…probably not necessary for me to mention that I’m always moved by Johnny Mathis. He is the BEST and can’t be beat IMHO πŸ™‚

    1. Ray (Post author)

      Thanks for listening, Eileen (and thanks for voting for your favorite)! I’m glad you enjoyed it. πŸ₯°

  2. Sandy Gaither

    Unforgettable, that’s what you are!! Love Nat King Cole, and after listening to this entire medley, and having the heebie-jeebies over Johnny Mathis, and singing along with every song, I still choose the King! I’ve always liked Brook Benton some of his songs have a different type of tempo. Still love them still adore his voice, but I gotta go back to the king! This was enjoyable, something to play again. If one wants to be in that kind of dreamy mood! Thanks Ray you’re the best! BeπŸ₯°

    1. Ray (Post author)

      Thank you, Sandy! πŸ₯°
      I assume most of the ladies will favor Mr. Mathis so it’s nice to see a vote for Nat! I’m glad you enjoyed it all. πŸ₯°

  3. Penny

    great crooner medley!! They are all good but my favorite is 12th of never πŸ™‚
    When I think of crooners, I think of romantic songs … I don’t think Boll Weevil is real romantic .. LMAO!! Still great song though.
    Have a great day my friend, stay safe and warm!

    1. Ray (Post author)

      Thanks, Penny πŸ₯°
      I agree with your assessment of Boll Weevil not being romantic but I loved Brook’s voice on that one. Oh, and I knew you would fall for Johnny’s song. πŸ˜‰

  4. Rosa-Lee Gould/Lee

    My vote is for Brook Benton. I like the Boll Weevil song. Know I have Cole & Mathis records but don’t think there’s any Benton. No swooning but the medley brought back memories of listening to music with my Mom many moons ago. Happy Sunday πŸ™‚

    1. Ray (Post author)

      Thanks, Lee πŸ₯°
      Boll weevil or no boll weevil, I’d go with Benton eight days a week. I thought his voice was flat out amazing.
      I’m happy them medley brought you back. πŸ₯°

  5. fred

    Ray this is just plain not unforgetable!! This song makes me feel like I’m on a beach somewhere thinking of wonderful thoughts!! Like my time spent with Mona Lisa!! I think she smiles to tempt a lover!! Maybe she is trying to hide a broken heart!! Many dreams have been brought to your doorstep!! Mona Lisa I think that is what Nat King cole was singing about!! You are unforgetable!! I hope you are not just a lonely, lovely work of art!! They try to tell us we are to young to fall in love!! And yet we’re not to young at all!! That’s why we smile Ray!! Even though our heart is broken so light up your face with gladness and keep on trying life is so worth while!! Now you know why I have a certain smile!! That’s what makes my heart sing!! And I know my chances are good!! Must I explain why I love you hold me close abd I’ll love you untill the clover loses it smell Til the twelth of never!! Sometimes we walk hand and hand what a wonderful world that’s why we breath the salty air we stare at the wonderful world!! It’s a rainy night in Georgia!! How many times I’ve wondered it last’s and I just got to play the game!! I wish it would stop raining!! Ray it’s just a matter of time!! I’m at the end of the line!! And remember what goes up must come down it’s just a matter of time!! So I must say the needle will move twice!! Once for the King and once for Johnny!! So this is the way it goes!! love ya!! I feel bad for the farmer!!

    1. Ray (Post author)

      Wonderful, wonderful job, Fred! It is you, my friend, who is unforgettable. πŸ™‚
      Yeah, I feel bad for the farmer, but man, that boll weevil has got to have a home!
      Love Ya!

  6. Hawthorne Mary Helen

    Enjoyed
    Not enough Mathis

    1. Ray (Post author)

      Mary Helen, that is what most females say πŸ˜‰

  7. Rose

    Chances are my choice is Mathis …. Always and forever until the 12th of never, simply wonderful.
    πŸ˜‰ = a certain smile.

    P.s. I would “slow dance” to Brook πŸ™‚

    1. Ray (Post author)

      That was really very clever, Rose! ❀️
      FYI … I had you voting for Johnny before I ever posted this. πŸ˜‰

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