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.

Veteran pop music crooner Johnny Mathis is calling it quits. The 89-year-old Grammy Award winner — known for golden oldies such as “Chances Are,” “It’s Not for Me to Say” and the 1978 chart-topper ...