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Ronni Rae Rivers
Country / Pop / Rock

Country infused with blues, rock & soul....



Perth, WA
Australia

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Last Login:  11/12/2009
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Member Since6/16/2006
Band Websitewww.ronniraerivers.com
Band Members
InfluencesWow...this is always the one question that momentarily makes me go blank... I think it's because I have had so many influences, where as some are for song writing and others are for their musical performance.My main influences would have to be Willie Nelson, Don Henley/The Eagles, Stevie Nicks/Fleetwood Mac, Ann & Nancy Wilson of Heart, Alison Krauss, Brooks and Dunn, Linda Ronstadt, Trisha Yearwood, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Mahalia Jackson, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Jim Croce,Emmylou Harris, Hank Williams, Charlie Rich, Bob Segar, Conway Twitty, Charlie Daniels, Otis Redding, Alan Jackson, Dolly Parton, Sheryl Crow, and Waylon Jennings.
Sounds LikeUnique by definition-but I reckon all my musical influences are embedded deep within my sound.
Record LabelShock Records
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Oct 10 2009 9:00P
Canberra Country Music Festival Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Oct 24 2009 8:00P
Royal Cricketers Arms Hotel Prospect, New South Wales
Nov 21 2009 8:00P
The Orphanage Sessions @ Mars Hill Cafe Parramatta, New South Wales
Nov 28 2009 8:00P
Royal Cricketers Arms Hotel Prospect, New South Wales
Dec 26 2009 1:00P
Boxing Day Show on Sydney Harbour Sydney, New South Wales
Jan 16 2010 1:00P
Tamworth CMF Tamworth, New South Wales
Jan 17 2010 8:00P
Tamworth CMF Tamworth, New South Wales
Jan 18 2010 8:00P
Tamworth CMF Tamworth, New South Wales
Jan 19 2010 8:00P
Tamworth CMF Tamworth, New South Wales
Jan 20 2010 8:00P
Tamworth CMF Tamworth, New South Wales
Jan 21 2010 8:00P
Tamworth CMF Tamworth, New South Wales
Jan 22 2010 8:00P
Tamworth CMF Tamworth, New South Wales
Jan 23 2010 8:00P
Tamworth CMF Tamworth, New South Wales
Jan 24 2010 8:00P
Tamworth CMF Tamworth, New South Wales
Feb 18 2010 8:00P
Boyup Brook CMF Boyup Brook, Western Australia
Feb 19 2010 8:00P
Boyup Brook CMF Boyup Brook, Western Australia
Feb 20 2010 8:00P
Boyup Brook CMF Boyup Brook, Western Australia
Feb 21 2010 8:00P
Boyup Brook CMF Boyup Brook, Western Australia

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   About Ronni Rae Rivers
< Country is cool when delivered by the talents of Ronni Rae Rivers. Born in Sydney, Australia to an Aussie Mum and Texan Dad, Ronni spent time between Australia and the USA during her formative years. Ronni’s musical journey began at the tender age of three when she was given a once in a lifetime opportunity to perform in front of the great James Brown. However, it was her Father’s friendship with Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and other country music luminaries in Texas that had the most impact upon Ronni’s musical direction. At that early stage, no one was quite aware of how much those encounters would fuel Ronni’s desire to write and perform country music. Since then, she has created her own unique musical identity by merging the freshness of Australian country music with the traditional roots and flavours of its American counterpart. A graduate of the 2004 CMAA Australian College of Country Music, Ronni’s fiddle, guitar and piano skills have enabled her to work locally and internationally. She has shared the stage with some of Australia’s best known country music entertainers such as Bill Chambers, Kasey Chambers, Adam Brand, Beccy Cole, as well as internationally renowned Jose Feliciano, and Aaron Neville and the Neville Brothers. 2003 saw the release of her debut EP, “Bridging The Gap”, co-produced by Mark Donohoe (Magnificent Seven), receiving a terrific response, via her radio singles ‘You Win…You Lose’ and ‘Happy New Year’. 2004 highlights include being awarded the 2004 Best WA Country Music Songwriter for her song ‘Haven’t Things Changed’, crowned 2004 Best WA Country Music Female Artist, finalist in the Australian Country Recording Awards (ACRAs) for Australian New Talent Album Of The Year & a Grandfinalist in the 2004 Toyota Starmaker – she has sure made an impact. Her version of Randy Van Warmer’s 1979 classic ‘Just When I Needed You Most’ achieved Top 10 chart success. It was the vocal performance that would set the stage for all her subsequent singles to receive high rotation on National Country Music Radio. The video went Top 10 on the Country Music Channel, and news of Australia’s newest hot musical property quickly spread, creating strong demand for festival appearances and media opportunities. In 2005 , Ronni exceeded her own expectations, by being named ASA (Australian Songwriters Association) Awards Country Songwriter Of The Year, Best WA Country Music Female Artist, a finalist in the TIARA Awards (Female Vocal), the Victorian & National Country Music Awards (New Talent) and the WAMi’s(West Australian Music Industry Awards) (Country Act), but also receiving praise for her single ‘Just When I Needed You Most’ becoming a Top 10 Finalist for Female Vocal in the Golden Guitar Awards. The second single ‘Rodeo Romeo’, taken from her debut album ‘Notice Me’, became a Top 5 success, with the title track ‘Notice Me’ becoming her first 1 hit. She also was a finalist in the 2005 Golden Saddle Awards and made the Top 50 Biggest Hits Country Tracks Top 30 and Saturday Night Country’s Hottest 100 tracks for 2005. Now in 2006, Ronni started the year off with her second number one hit ‘It’s Only Make Believe’ and was a co-host with Troy Casser-Daley on board the Tamworth Country Music Train, where she was then the subject of the BBC World documentary ‘Destination Music’ which featured performances and interviews with the 10 hottest Country Music Acts in Australia. For the second consecutive year, was named a 2006 Golden Saddle Awards finalist and was nominated for 2 songs in the 2006 APRA awards. On the WA music scene, Ronni is an active contributor, having been re-elected to a 2 year term as a WAM (West Australian Music Industry) management committee member, was a featured performer at the 2006 WAMi festival, and contributed a song to the Kiss My WAMi 2006 CD Sampler. In 2007, Ronni was acknowledged her fellow musicians in Australia, by receiving a Top 3 finalist nomination for the 2007 Golden Fiddle Awards. This award goes to the fiddle player who demonstrates excellence in both live and recorded performance. 2008 is set to be a hugely successful year if the first few months are anything to go by, having been selected again as one of the hottest export ready musical talents by Austrade and featured on the OZGIGZ 4 DVD, releasing the new single ‘Cowboys Come Home’ from her highly anticipated forthcoming CD, and having been chosen as the CMC hot video clip of the week. The new CD will be released early 2008.

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Oct 6 2009 1:10 PM

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Mark Edson

Mark Edson



Oct 6 2009 1:09 PM

OMG, you're actually gonna be in Tamworth this year! I heard you were there last year, but I never saw you. Please don't hide from me this year. It's been so long since I've seen you. Can't wait till January!
Peter - OZ Country

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Jul 19 2009 11:04 AM

 Stopping by to say Hi! Have a great week ...
Dag Sørum

Dag Sørum



Jun 25 2009 1:29 PM

Happy Birthday:)

I hope you have a wonderful day and you get have a wonderful and lovely week:)

xo Dag:)
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Casey Dubler



Jun 25 2009 1:28 PM

Time goes by so fast. People come and go, in and out of or lives.
You must never miss the opportunity to tell these people
how much they mean to you.
Thanks for being my Friend!

Take care and God bless you
~Casey~
andy

andy criss



Jun 13 2009 2:55 PM

HI RONNIE RAE...JUST SAW U ONLINE AND STOPPING BY TO SAY HI
Mish

Mish



Jun 13 2009 2:13 AM

Hey Ronni,
Just dropped by to say I caught your clip on CMC last night, "Running On Fumes"...what a great tune!!
From one redheaded country gal to another...keep on rockin'!!
Mish xo
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Susan Hickman Up for 6 1stRound Grammy Nominations



Jun 11 2009 10:25 AM

Wrapped Up In Me is on radio stations across the Nation this month. Request it NOW at your local radio station!
Hope you have a great weekend!!!
Love, ~Susan
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Jun 11 2009 10:25 AM

Hello Ronnie Rae,
thanks for accepting my friendship.
Greetings from Berlin, Germany.
Mike
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Jun 7 2009 2:14 AM

eamon

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May 28 2009 11:34 PM

Hi Ronni Rae Love your music,thank you for the friendship,beautiful voice love it.eamon
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May 24 2009 1:50 PM


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Donna

Donna



May 10 2009 3:14 AM

Hi Ronni, just dropping by to say hi. I met you briefly at Rooty Hill on Thursday night but don't really expect you to remember me:). Hope you are having a great weekend. Donna xo.
Anvil Thunderhead

Anvil Thunderhead



May 10 2009 3:12 AM

Ronni, thanks for the friendship, great music!
-Anvil luvs ya!
Dag Sørum

Dag Sørum



May 10 2009 3:09 AM

Hey Ronnie:)

I think you get a amazing future in front of you with your music, because you have a amazing, beautiful and wonderful song voice and you have real good and amazing songs:):)

You get have a amazing and wonderful weekend :):)

Take care:)

Lots of hugs Dag:):)
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Gregg Downward

Gregg Downward



May 8 2009 2:29 PM

Hey Ronni,

Thanks for the add, hope you are well!

Cheers,

Gregg
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May 3 2009 12:17 PM

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May 3 2009 12:17 PM

thx ronnie for the add my friend have agreat weekend god bless xx
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May 3 2009 12:17 PM

Stopping by to say HI! Nice songs. Have an Awesome Weekend.....
Paul

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May 1 2009 11:59 AM

Ronni wish you a nice weekend and see you on the Country Channel.
andy

andy criss



Apr 29 2009 10:05 AM

CHEERS RONNIE-RAE
Bob

Bob McGahan



Apr 26 2009 12:27 PM

Hi Ronna-Just poppin in to wish you well...Caboolture urban next week-you should be there...Hope all is well....bob
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