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The popularity of Louis Alter's "Manhattan Serenade" (1928) was highlighted in Nancy Groce's book New York: Songs of the City (1999).

"Manhattan Serenade" was composed by Louis Alter in 1928, with lyrics by Howard Johnson. Alternate lyrics were written ca. 1942 by Harold Adamson. It was a hit record for swing era bandleaders Harry James (vocals by Helen Forrest)^[1] and Tommy Dorsey (vocals by Jo Stafford).^[2]

^ "Pop Chronicles 1940s Program #7". 1972.
^ Whitburn, Joel (1986). Joel Whitburn's Pop Memories 1890-1954. Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin: Record Research Inc. p. 547. ISBN 0-89820-083-0.