A native of Santa Barbara, California, Nicole grew up in a household of classically trained musicians. Her father was a violinist who graduated from Julliard and her mother is a classical pianist.

A singer with some background in piano and flute, Nicole is drawn to a wide variety of jazz music spanning from the 1920s to the ‘60s. “I like finding old songs that people rarely perform like “Put the Blame on Mame” from Gilda, and “Don’t Explain” composed by Billie Holiday. I also love Cole Porter and, of course, the beautiful melodies of Jobim.”

Arranged by Woody DeMarco, also the pianist on the album, Here’s That Rainy Day is full of hidden gems and beloved treasures. The album opens with an exciting arrangement of “Too Marvelous For Words.” Nicole’s vocals are effortlessly fun and the band joins in with the same excitement. Jon Crosse, Paul Anka’s musical director, plays the saxophone as well as flute, clarinet and trumpet on the album. “Here’s that Rainy Day” is an enchanting interplay of flute and vocals over a bossa nova beat. Check out the ever so sassy “Fever” with a funky groove and sultry vocals. “Whatever Lola Wants” and “Caravan” involve the entire ensemble, introducing Lorenzo Martinez on bongos and shakers. The album ends with the haunting “Don’t Explain,” comprised of only vocals and piano. It is reflective and heartbreaking, ending the album with beautifully expressed emotion.

Welcome to Nicole Lvoff’s debut album, Here’s That Rainy Day. We hope you enjoy it as much as we’ve had making it. And we have a feeling there is more to come…rain or shine!