“September In the Rain” – Marty Robbins and Timeless Romantic Beauty
“September In the Rain,” performed by Marty Robbins, is a lyrical recording officially released in 1962 on the album Marty After Midnight. The song is available on YouTube by Legacy Recordings, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment, as part of a preserved and reintroduced legacy of classic music to a new generation of listeners.
Written by the duo Al Dubin and Henry Warren, “September In the Rain” is a well-known standard of American classical music, performed by many great artists. However, Marty Robbins’ version has a very unique character: quiet, warm, and deeply narrative. Instead of focusing on drama or technical display, Marty chooses to tell a story with his soft, slow voice, allowing natural emotions to guide the entire song.
The recording features experienced musicians: Grady Martin and Jack Pruett on guitar, Louis Dunn on drums, Bill Pursell on piano, and Jerry Byrd on bass. Together, they create a gentle, subtle harmony, enough to support the vocals without overshadowing the main emotion. The guitar has a traditional jazz-pop feel, while the piano provides space, evoking a nostalgic feeling true to the song’s spirit.
Produced by Don Law and Frank Jones, “September In the Rain” retains the characteristic recording quality of the early 1960s: raw, balanced, and focused on the vocals. Marty Robbins doesn’t attempt to modernize the song, remaining faithful to its original spirit, allowing listeners to fully appreciate the classic beauty of the melody and lyrics.
The highlight of this recording lies in its “after midnight” feel, perfectly reflecting the album title, Marty After Midnight. This is the kind of music for quiet moments – when listeners aren’t looking for a dramatic climax, but for empathy. Marty Robbins’ vocals, with their inherent calmness and depth, make “September In the Rain” a song that doesn’t need to impress immediately, but becomes more impactful the more you listen to it.
The song’s digital re-release is not only significant for preservation, but also affirms Marty Robbins’ enduring value in the pop-country-traditional crossover genre. “September In the Rain” is proof of Marty’s ability to transform a familiar standard into a distinctly personal expression, gentle yet full of emotion, and still retaining its appeal after more than half a century.