An experimental prog rock track. Alternative. Piano & drums.

Sun Cloud in My Body, piano & drums*

Reminiscing about a secret crush

How Did We Get Here?
Time keeps on flowing, like a river to the sea
World's been changing, it’s the same for you and me
In the quiet moments now, reflecting on the past
The years that moved so slowly now fly by too fast

Memories like pages in the book of life, I see
I used to know you, you were there with me
All those years ago, we went our separate ways
Now I’m longing, longing for those golden days

How’d we get here?  Where did time go?
Just yesterday we were so young and bold
Now we’re looking at each other, lines on our face
Trying to make sense of life’s hectic race
The bridges burned, the lessons learned
Sweet laughter and tears

You never knew that you were my fantasy
A schoolboy crush from afar
Bell bottom jeans 
You filled my dreams

Tell me your story and I will tell you mine
Reliving the glory of our younger days behind
The people and the places, love and loss and yet we see
Our smiling faces tell us life’s been good to you and me

How’d we get here?  Where did time go?
Just yesterday we were so young and bold
Now we’re looking at each other, lines on our face
Trying to make sense of life’s hectic race
The bridges burned, the lessons learned
Sweet laughter and tears

HOW DID WE GET HERE?

This piece of instrumental melodic Jazz/Rock, is in 5/4, and has a relaxed feel to it.
After a short introduction played on baritone sax, the soprano sax joins in with a counter melody. The main tune is played on tenor sax, followed by an improvized alto sax solo, before the original tune is repeated.
Overall a relaxed, almost ambient piece of melodic instrumental music, using a combination of acoustic and electronic instruments. 
Composed and recorded April 2025. 

Road Trip

En Proceso

Another instrumental jazz/rock mix, two in one, experimental.

King of Darkness

These are my covers of the album The Nightfly by Donald Fagen. Hope you like!

The Nightfly - Donald Fagen Cover

Maxine - Donald Fagen Cover

New Frontier - Donald Fagen Cover

Walk Between The Raindrops - Donald Fagen Cover

“Deacon Blues” – Steely Dan (Cover)
Performed by Ray Martini Music Productions
©2025

Ray Martini Music Productions reimagines Steely Dan’s timeless classic “Deacon Blues.” This cover captures the soulful depth and smooth jazz-rock textures of the original, while adding fresh sonic colors and a modern production sheen. With rich instrumentation and an emotional performance, it’s a heartfelt tribute that honors the song’s place as one of Steely Dan’s most enduring masterpieces.

Deacon Blues - Steely Dan Cover

Ray Martini Music Productions presents: FM
Smooth, silky, and endlessly cool—this cover of Steely Dan’s classic radio anthem brings the laid-back groove into the spotlight once again. With layered keyboards, deep bass, and that signature Martini polish, FM rolls out like a late-night broadcast with no static at all. A faithful tribute with just enough of a personal twist to keep the dial locked in.

©2025 Ray Martini Music Productions

FM (Extra Track) - Steely Dan Cover

This piece of ambient instrumental jazz/rock, starts with a flute introduction, with the tenor sax taking over for the main tune. There then follows an improvised alto sax solo.
Overall, a tranquil piece of music, using a combination of electronic and acoustic instruments.
Composed and recorded July 2025. 

What Am I Waiting For_

Ray Martini Music Productions presents: Doctor Wu
A heartfelt dive into one of Steely Dan’s most haunting ballads. With warm electric piano, layered textures, and a steady groove, this cover highlights the song’s soulful core while adding a touch of Ray Martini’s jazz-rock finesse. A faithful tribute to Katy Lied—emotional, atmospheric, and timeless.

©2025 Ray Martini Music Productions

Doctor Wu (Katy Lied) - Steely Dan Cover

Ray Martini Music Productions presents: Any Major Dude Will Tell You
Gentle, melodic, and quietly subversive—this Steely Dan gem carries a touch of sly commentary aimed at the idealism of Lennon’s Imagine. With warm acoustic textures, flowing keys, and smooth bass, this cover brings out both the tenderness and the wit hidden in the track. Ray Martini reimagines it with subtle jazz-rock elegance, honoring the beauty while hinting at the bite behind the words.

©2025 Ray Martini Music Productions

Any Major Dude Will Tell You - Steely Dan Cover

Medium paced (142BPm) instrumental jazz/rock featuring Alto, Tenor and Baritone saxes. Using a combination of electronic and acoustic instruments.
Composed and recorded August 2025.

Too Lazy For Apathy

“Glamour Profession” – Steely Dan (Cover)
Performed by Ray Martini Music Productions
©2025

Ray Martini Music Productions brings a fresh take on Steely Dan’s “Glamour Profession.” Staying true to the groove and sophistication of the original, this cover highlights the band’s signature blend of jazz-infused rock with a modern production touch. Layered instrumentation, tight rhythms, and smooth textures capture the spirit of Steely Dan while adding a unique musical perspective that’s all Ray Martini.

Glamour Profession - Steely Dan Cover

"Ray Martini Music Productions presents a fresh take on Steely Dan’s classic “Midnite Cruiser.” 
With its smooth shuffle groove and signature jazz-rock harmonies, this cover keeps the laid-back vibe of the original while layering in my own keyboard and bass textures. 

It’s both a tribute to Becker & Fagen’s songwriting and a chance to stretch out musically, letting those shimmering chords and pocket rhythms shine in a new light. If you know the tune, you’ll feel right at home — if it’s new to you, welcome aboard the ride."

Midnight Cruiser - Steely Dan Cover

"Ray Martini Music Productions presents a fresh take on Steely Dan’s classic “Midnite Cruiser.” With its smooth shuffle groove and signature jazz-rock harmonies, this cover keeps the laid-back vibe of the original while layering in my own keyboard and bass textures. 

It’s both a tribute to Becker & Fagen’s songwriting and a chance to stretch out musically, letting those shimmering chords and pocket rhythms shine in a new light. If you know the tune, you’ll feel right at home — if it’s new to you, welcome aboard the ride."

Composer/Instrumentalist, playing Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Keyboard and Guitar.

I am a Boston, MA-based jazz/rock keyboardist and bassist with a passion for creating rich, layered cover song recordings in my home studio.

In my recordings, I bring every part of a song to life, performing all keyboard lines, strings, pads, marimba, glockenspiel, and celesta, while also laying down the bass on many of my tracks. By blending technical precision with multi-instrumental creativity, I reinterpret cover tunes in fresh, expressive ways, giving each song a unique voice. 

Whether exploring intricate jazz harmonies or driving rock grooves, my goal is to create rich, layered performances that capture the spirit of the originals while showcasing my own musical vision.

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