La Rivera is the vehicle for the raw and soaring music of longtime Portland songwriter Joshua Rivera. Rivera manages to write driving evocative melodies that illuminate his bold voice and masterful guitar work while defying simple description. The band's compositions are rich, harmony-laden echoes of classic rock and soul, with a novel pulse, a psychedelic warmth, and a unique meandering through improvisatory territory. The music is emotive on a variety of levels and danceable just when you need it.
The newest dynamic La RIVERA lineup features guitarist/singer Stefan Andrews ( Sugarcane), upright/electric bassist Don Corey (1000 Fuegos, Medicine for the People, Jujuba), and drummer Samuel Dyer (Sudden Anthem, J-Bird & The Magic Moments) and a rotating cast of Portland's elite musicians as special guests.

Website:

http://www.lariveramusic.com/