New York in the Rain, by Doctor Jake and the Mellowmakers

New York in the Rain

by Doctor Jake and the Mellowmakers

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Pantelis Vassilakis Imagine Antonio Carlos Jobim, Gilberto Gil, and Randy Newman conspiring to abduct a bluegrass hillbilly who ends up corrupting them. If they then produced an album in 2022 it would be the cool, smooth, gritty “New York in the Rain” by Dr. Jake and the Mellowmakers. Traditions freshly distilled, respected, and advanced. An honest album, a joy to listen to.

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17 original songs by Jack Bishop played by 25 of the finest players around. Fun package with a 6 page insert.
Features: Richie Cole, Roger Humphries, Kenny Blake, Roberto Miranda, J.J. Holiday, John Maione, Michael Asher, Tony Farrell, Wil E Tri, Steve Nelson, Billy Sullivan, Kyle O'Donnell, Phil Menchaca, Blake Martin, Sergio Coelho, Domenic Genova, Sergio Minervini, Jay Roman, Dan Donohoe, Andy Gabig, CIndy DIcken, Scott Dicken, Simon Carroll, Gee Rabe, Dona Oxford

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1.	New York in the Rain 03:43	lyrics	buy track
I Like New York in the Rain City sky starts to cry To wash away the dust and pain The daily hustle bustle Goes rolling right down the drain I like New York in the Rain I like New York in the Rain Overtones and saxophones And rhythms of a wet refrain I love to see the falling raindrops Dancing on the windowpane I like New York in the Rain Shiny streets, soggy cops Trying to dodge umbrella tops Cabs in a line at the Met Union Square, Bleeker Street Smiling Lady Liberty Seem to look better to me When they’re wet I like New York in the Rain Ferries on the foggy bay Empty parks and crowded trains Californians love the sunshine I’ll take the cold and gray I like New York in the Rain
2.	My Tangerine 03:57	info	buy track
3.	Falling 03:00	info	buy track
4.	Bowl of Cherries 03:23	info	buy track
5.	The Witchtamer 03:00	lyrics	buy track
Well, these three fine witches took me out in the woods Seduced me with their worldly charms And made me feel so good No Sooner did we settle in their cabin in the trees One by one they had their fun and cast a spell on me At midnight I awoke on my back out in the hall With the face of the devil comin’ out of the wall These three fine witches were up to no good They stirred a magic potion and I drank more than I should I crawled out of the hallway and I tried to get away The Devil was a laughin’ the witches wanted to play They blew some stardust in my face That took away my breath And I went back in to face pleasure or death The dust was finally lifted The witches couldn’t take no more The devil lost his power and he was lyin’ on the floor Well, I stood up and realized the tables they have turned I employed and utilized every counter spell I learned Their black cat hissed and wailed And their enchantment fell apart And I left those witches with broken hearts
6.	Edge of Night 03:15	info	buy track
7.	Carnegietown 03:26	info	buy track
8.	O Rio 02:55	info	buy track
9.	Angeline 02:20	info	buy track
10.	Little Bird of Happiness 03:34	info	buy track
11.	Raining in New York 03:34	info	buy track
12.	Smells Like Ted's House 05:58	info	buy track
13.	Tangerine Juice 03:54	info	buy track
14.	Strollin' with Killer Karin 03:51	info	buy track
15.	Falling Again 03:00	info
16.	Magic in the Moment 03:19	info
17.	Doc's Theme 03:41	info

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released March 22, 2022

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Doctor Jake and the Mellowmakers Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Doctor Jake has been making music since 1970. This is his latest album of original songs played by some of the best cats in the world of jazz. Started in Los Angeles and finished in Pittsburgh New York in the Rain features Richie Cole, Roger Humphries, Kenny Blake, J.J. Holiday, Tony Farrell, Roberto Miranda, John Maione and many others. Please enjoy this special release. ... more