Biography
Closer to home, he has, of course, also been
inspired by his native state- Florida- and he
was a finalist in the 2003 "Songs about Florida
Contest" at the Will McLean Folk Festival.  

In reviewing Bryan's music,Tricia Sturgis of
Orlando Talent Share wrote, "Each of his
songs is a feast of the imagination, placing a
different set of shoes on the listener's feet,
from a star-crossed couple in medieval times,
to a household in the Civil War- and a  song
called "Abigail", written from the point of view
of John Proctor in early American Salem, MA.  
Rivers' well crafted lyrics range from
psychological portraits- to social commentary
in various flavors."           

A while back, Bill Dudley, host of WMNF's Live
Music Show, referred to Bryan as an
"undiscovered Florida treasure."  Fortunately,
since Bryan is now embracing music as a
career (rather than a sideline), the
"undiscovered" portion of Bill's assessment is
changing.
Click here for an interview with Bryan

Click here to play Bryan's CD Companion
A native of Central Florida, Bryan believes that
the most powerful musical instrument is voice.
harmony styles of the Beatles. His original  
songs are both melodic and thoughtful. What
songs are both melodic and thoughtful. What
he has experienced during extensive travels
throughout the world has provided inspiration
for many of his songs.for many of his songs.