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I am currently working as a solo artist, so the musicians I work with will vary. So far, I've had the honor of working with some really amazing musicians who have all worked with some of the greats! For live shows, I usually work with Gerry Brown on drums (Stevie Wonder), C.C. Thomas Jr. on bass (Diana Ross), Billy Steinway, Ming Freeman or Frankie Crawford on piano/keys (Jeffrey Osbourne), Michael Sechrest (Diana Ross) or John Huldt on guitar and Paulie Cerra (Lionel Richie) on sax!
Influences
I love Old School R&B, Blues and Jazz. I would say my biggest influences and favorite artists to listen to are Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Janice Joplin, Billie Holiday, Dianne Reeves, Nina Simone, Al Green and Marvin Gaye.
Sounds Like
I have been told I or my music sounds like several different people. The funny thing is they are all over the board! So I'll tell you what I've been told, then you can listen for yourself, come watch a show and tell me what you think! I've been compared to or reminded people of Etta James, Janis Joplin, Rikki Lee Jones, Sheryl Crow, and Dolly Parton.
Music has been a love and passion of mine all my life!
In a nutshell, I was born and raised in Southern California.
After high school, I went to music school at MI in Hollywood.
Then it was the struggling musician life, singing on demos, as a backup singer in other bands and as lead singer in my own R&B/ Funk Cover Band called Ragdoll...then, I got pregnant. My entire world turned upside down and I thought my dream of a music career was shot as I just tried to survive as a single mom. Fortunately, God had a plan and I eventually got back on my feet and then met an amazing man, my husband, who would encourage and support me when I wanted to give music one more shot so I wouldn't have to wonder "what if...". And well...here I am! I started my own label, sweet bottom records, released my debut album WHAT IF and have been performing in and around LA with some of the most AMAZING musicians! It's been an an awesome journey so far and I feel like I'm on the path I'm supposed to be on! Thanks for visiting and I hope you enjoy my music!
If you want to see the "official" bio, check it out on my website at www.evonnerivera.com
We did it again!! Check out the new track, Side to Side, by Vurbal Assassins featuring AD... It's gon' be a beautiful summer!! Much luv to you and everybody that means somethin' to u!!
What: First Annual Hep C Aware/Long Beach Event– Raising Awareness of Hepatitis C
Where: Liquid Lounge, 3522 E Anaheim St, Long Beach, CA (562) 494-7564
When: Saturday, May 30th from 1pm - 9pm
This is a free community event that is open to the public. Musical Performances by Bernie Pearl, Kelly’s Lot, Scott Detweiler, Holly Light, Mister B, Patsy Grind, Michelle Mangione, The Babylon Blues Band, Phil Gates and Evonne Rivera. There will be free Hepatitis testing. For more information call 310-377-2527. Sponsors and raffle item donors so far include The Long Beach Symphony, Los Angeles Blues Society, Miranda Mirsec, Two Umbrellas Café, Buonos Pizza, Liquid Lounge, Flowers by Vicky, Long Beach Barber Shop, Black Market, Rock Bottom Café, Aquarium of The Pacific, Loft on Broadway, Long Beach Opera, Lace Pickups and Guitars and Crystal Hot Sauce, Roche, Stella Artois, EarCandy, The Dr. Phil Show, paintings by Cindi and Dover and a signed guitar donated by Grace Slick.
For Interviews, More Information: Tom Kidd/Pres Pak Public Relations 310-377-2527 cell 310-433-6734
Pasando por tu linda pagina para desearte un feliz dia de las Madres....Siempre chequeo tu calendario, para ver si algun dia incluyes a NY en tus Tours...Cuidate y que siguas adelante con mucho exito y todas las bendiciones de Dios para ti y tu familia...con much carino....Rosa...xoxoxo
Hi Evonne, thanks for the friendship, you have a wonderful voice, all is GREAT here, vocals, music and sound. Whishing all the best for you. Jean-Luc from France
U like drama and suspense?? A thrilling story with an exciting plot twist?? Check out the new song by Vurbal Assassins called, "The Candy Bar" And stay tuned in to the Radio Rollercoaster!!
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So, I know I told you I would get you a baby pic. I havent forgotten, and just checking your page to see your upcoming gigs. Kick some names, and take some ass.
Hi Evonne Rivera, we want to let you know that The Sweet makes their triumphant return to Southern California this Friday, March 13th, at the Canyon Club in Agoura Hills. They'll be playing all their hits including "Ballroom Blitz," "Fox On The Run," "Love Is LIke Oxygen," and many others!
Doors will open for dinner at 6pm, with support act Tiffany Madadian going on at 8pm and The Sweet hitting the stage at 9pm sharp. We hope that you can make it and stay after the show to meet the band and get your merchandise autographed!
Also, The Sweet has a new live CD recorded that you can check out and order at the band's officie website TheSweetBand.com.
Thanks for your support and we look forward to seeing you at the Canyon Club on Friday!
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