Danny Williams - The Essential Collection 24 Tracks
Danny Williams – The Essential Collection
A definitive 24-track compilation from Danny Williams, the South African-born British vocalist affectionately known as Britain's Johnny Mathis. Released on 13 October 1997 via EMI's Music For Pleasure imprint, this double-disc set draws together the finest moments from a career that spanned the golden era of British easy listening and vocal pop.
Williams rose to prominence in the early 1960s, achieving his signature hit with a sublime reading of Moon River (1961), which reached No. 1 in the UK Singles Chart. This collection showcases the full breadth of his artistry across jazz, orchestral pop, and the lush vocal ballad tradition, with standout tracks including:
- Moon River
- Love Is a Many-Splendoured Thing
- Everytime We Say Goodbye
- I've Got You Under My Skin
- and 20 further classics
Format & Physical Details
Presented in a standard jewel case. The disc measures 120 mm (4.7 in) in diameter — the universal CD standard. The complete package weighs approximately 127 g (4.5 oz) and has overall dimensions of approximately 142 × 125 × 10 mm (5.6 × 4.9 × 0.4 in), making it ideal for shelf display or gifting.
Release Information
- Artist: Danny Williams
- Label: EMI / Music For Pleasure
- Catalogue / Barcode: 724385973420
- Release Date: 13 October 1997
- Genre: Vocal Pop / Jazz / Easy Listening
- Tracks: 24
- Format: CD
- Condition: Preloved
A timeless addition to any collection of classic British vocal pop, and an ideal introduction to one of the era's most underrated interpreters.