The single and title track of my forthcoming EP has been floating around on the interweb. You can download the song & stream it right here or later on your favorite music service. Version 1 of "The Existing One" (Lyric…
Read more Nicolas Rivers is a singer/songwriter, rock musician out of Chicago, IL. Nick is a prolific songwriter. His creative abilities always carry him forward. For all the guitars and sonic landscapes at his core he considers himself a minstrel. Writing songs that are potent & powerful. Through all the hardships & challenges the best thing to come out of it is the songs.
It's music meant to inspire, give hope, & be wild in the eyes on the world. A shot of adrenaline! He's a bit of a restless spirit. It comes down to what moves you & melody. It's as simple as that in end. From the big city of Chicago out into the Middle of Nowhere. Finishing a record with an ambitious nature in humble surroundings was intense and exactly what was needed. Exceeding every expectation. Endlessly Awaiting the Ethereal has been remixed, remastered, & re-imagined with a re-release scheduled later this year. The Existing oNE Arrives wherever and whenever it's time...
Aug 16 2018
The Queen & The King
The King of Rock 'N' Roll & The Queen of Soul pass away on the same day in history ❤, hope, & comfort for Aretha Franklin's family, friends, fans, & loved ones. These things are no coincidence. These are people…
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Nov 11 2017
Paste magazine-premier on Nicolas Rivers"Feel Their Love"
I am very proud & grateful that Paste magazine premiered the Soldier Tribute for "Feel Their Love". Dedicated to the soldiers, veterans, & their families. Read about it, watch the video, hear the message, & help with the cause. It's…
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Oct 6 2017
Proceeds Support the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund
This means a lot & together we can do a lot of good! I wrote a song "Feel Their Love" for the Soldiers and their Families. Proceeds Support the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund. As an exclusive Here Only download "Feel…
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Oct 4 2017
Tom Petty's Timeless Magic...
The news about Tom Petty passing came at time of horrific sadness in the United States. This man had such a positive impact on this world & my life with his music. That is absolutely timeless. I have some fond…
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Oct 4 2017
Love & healing for Las Vegas
The last couple of days have brought horror & sorrow. The attacks in Las Vegas were pure evil. All my love to the victims, their families, friends, & the people of Vegas. My lifelong best friend & his beautiful family…
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Sep 13 2017
Press promo for Losing Control featured on Hit Addiction
Very pleased to announce I've received some press promotion for Losing Control on Hit Addiction.
Click the link to check it out! Hit Addiction-Losing Control (Lyric VIdeo)
Jul 7 2016
Sneak peek mixing & mastering at Space & Time!
Here is just a sneak peek of the opening strings of a very meaningful tune to me from my upcoming EP. The opening melody performed by Chicago Street Strings. They were outstanding on this tune! Inside Carterco Presents: Space &…
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Jul 6 2016
Now on Earbits! Independent Music with No Commercials.
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My debut EP is now on Earbits
My debut EP is now on Earbits
Jun 28 2016
A One Man Army, Walking a Tight Rope, Whilst Juggling over a Volcano!
Yet....it's all great news! Many things I was aware of & many things I was unaware of until now. It happens...Still some things must remain a surprise!! It keeps it interesting. Now that I've caught up a bit. I think…
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May 24 2016
[The Making of THE EXISTING oNE]
It was by design to make the next record bigger and better! Stronger songs with more powerful meanings. Getting back into the studio to work on the next EP as soon as possible was the first objective. So I had…
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Feb 18 2016
Surf Music Video for WavePark Mentawai Resort!
Here's the surf music video one of my tunes is featured on for WavePark Resort Mentawai. Looks great & fits the tune perfectly. I'm super happy about it & very grateful! View the video below & enjoy! Here's what they…
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Feb 15 2016
Burning The Furniture with La Caccina & Trombone Travis!
In a weeks time I'll be going out into the middle of nowhere at my engineer Jamie Carter's studio Space & Time. A place that can only be described as Sanford & Son meets Rocky IV meets the witness protection…Read more
Nov 5 2015
Beautiful trip/fun photo shoot/ beautiful voice/great people involved.
Following up on my trip & the making of the record. I went to a place full of fond memories in Oconomowoc,WI for the photo shoot. It was a great trip working with TNT Bomb creative studios who are also…Read more
Oct 16 2015
Chicago Street Strings. Amazing!
This week on Tuesday. Go Cubbies! I was in the studio recording. It was an eventful day. Chicago Street Strings an incredible string duet performed cello and violin on 2 of my tunes from the upcoming EP. Leyla & Hannah…Read more
Aug 25 2015
Getting a little bit closer.
Feeling ambitious after the latest studio session. In the last hour of a long day recording. I tried on a whim to create a lead guitar part over the chorus of a song that's very important to me. It just…Read more
Jul 3 2015
Recording the next EP/Happy 4th!!!
Hello out there! The recording of the new EP is really coming along. The last session was very creative. A lot of ideas, sounds, and emotions are starting to come into focus. It's was always my intention to make the…Read more
Apr 24 2015
Back to recording Burritos & Beer!
The next EP is in the works yet there is much to be done. Back to the studio in June @CarterCo Recording in Chicago, IL. The working title is Burritos & Beer. Gonna have to work on that. Rehearsing for…Read more
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