Mantovani was the most successful orchestra leader of his time, selling over 60 million albums in his career. He also recorded over 30 half-hour TV specials in 1958 and Songs You Love to Hear features three TV shows: Mantovani Plays Record Encores, Mantovani Answers Your Requests and Music you Have Asked to Hear. Special guests include John Hanson, Joan Regan and Joni James.