Taking inspiration from her favorite vocalists such as Ariana Grande, Tori Kelly, and Alicia Keys, River delivers soulful, charismatic performances of original music and cover songs. Her setlist spans emotive top 40 hits, modern R&B, and a few choice classics. She performs as a solo artist with a vocal synthesizer; utilizing fun effects and harmonies to create the perfect soundscape for her powerhouse vocals.
I hired River to sing during cocktail hour at my wedding. Her voice, paired with her presence made cocktail hour SO dreamy!! I had so many guests compliment hour River gave the event such an added element. Her voice is outstanding and paired so well with all the renditions of love songs she sang for us! If you're contemplating hiring her for an event, DO IT!! You won't regret it! I have also hired River for my corporate holiday party (and re-hiring her this year!) she really can do any event!!
Response from River Iris:
Aw Abby, this is the sweetest review and a huge compliment! Thank you so much. It is always my absolute pleasure.
I’ve seriously only missed a few of River’s performances. She’s an amazing singer and can light up the room with her energy. The music is diverse and she can mold it to fit the crowd. Love, love, love! I can’t wait for her next show!
River was fantastic. Her personality is unmatched with any other local singer I’ve seen or hired. She is a bright light with energy that was so fun, bubbly, and entertaining. Her music was a mix of modern pop, R&B, and a few reimagined classics that everyone loved and even sang along to. She is so pleasant, professional, and created a truly outstanding vibe for the event. I look forward to hiring her again for any future events.
Response from River Iris:
You are so kind! Thank you so much for having me! It was an absolute pleasure. 😊
River did great job performing at our restaurant. Her cover's were great and she did feature some of her own music, which we loved. She also did bring in a great crowd! She has such a pretty voice and pleasant personality. Would definitely have her come back!
Response from River Iris:
Katrina, thank you so much for the glowing review. My friends, fans, and family loved your venue and had an absolute blast! We can't wait to be back!
Price Range: $200 and up
Gig Length: 40 - 210 minutes
Languages: English
Taking inspiration from her favorite vocalists such as Ariana Grande, Tori Kelly, and Alicia Keys, River delivers soulful, charismatic performances of original music and cover songs. Her setlist spans emotive top 40 hits, modern R&B, and a few choice classics. She performs as a solo artist with a vocal synthesizer; utilizing fun effects and harmonies to create the perfect soundscape for her powerhouse vocals.
"I want my songs to connect with listeners," says River Iris. She was born in Japan and alternated annually between schools in South Carolina and California. While most ask if it was a difficult transition, River responds, "Overall, it sparked an appreciation for change in me that furthered my enchantment with the creative process, a place where I am free to be childlike and playful."
River had a microphone in her hand at age 2 followed with formal voice training that began when she was 11 years old. At UC Berkeley, River received invaluable criticism and more opportunities to expand upon her creative process; learning to adapt, make changes, refine lyrics, and shift direction swiftly.
Upon graduating from UC Berkeley, River was able to backpack to many countries where she lived with locals— learning their cultures, customs, foods, and embracing the beauty of people from Europe to Asia to Australia and performing in local restaurants and bars along the way. River learned to appreciate how interwoven our lives are.
River worked diligently with a Grammy nominated producer to create what will be her first EP. The debut single from the EP, "Bet on Your Love" was released May 8, 2020. Releasing these tracks as a solo artist reaffirms the years of hard work constantly writing, practicing, and performing regularly in Phoenix, Arizona. For River, music is a universal language, a form of release, and a place of exhilaration; "I just can't imagine doing anything else with my life."
I bring my own PA system as well as lighting and a monitor. All I need access to is an outlet and a cozy space to share my voice with everyone.
I will often have a tip jar and a merchandise table if appropriate.
| December 02, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Christmas Party |
| August 19, 2022 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| August 05, 2022 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
● Hallelujah - Leonard Cohen
● I Can’t Make You Love Me - Bonnie Raitt
● Idontwannabeyouanymore - Billie Eilish
● Be Alright - Ariana Grande
● Talia - King Princess
● Almost is Never Enough - Ariana
● Toxic - Britney Spears
● 1950 - King Princess
● So Tempting - River Iris
● Before He Cheats - Carrie Underwood
● More Hearts Than Mine - Ingrid Andress
● Dance Monkey - Tones and I
● Starving - Hailee Steinfeld
● Issues - Julia Michaels
● Trampoline - Shaed
● She Will Be Loved - Maroon 5
● Clarity - Zedd
● Don’t Know Why - Norah Jones
● Earned It - The Weeknd
● Love Me Like You Do - Ellie Goulding
● When I Was Your Man - Bruno Mars
● Skyfall - Adele
● All About That Bass - Meghan Trainor
● Perfect - Ed Sheeran
● Pillowtalk - Zayn Malik
● Royals - Lorde
● Thank U, Next - Ariana Grande
● 7 Rings - Ariana Grande
● Tequila - Dan + Shay
● 34 + 35 - Ariana Grande
● Slow Hands - Niall Horan
● Bet On Your Love - River Iris
● The Bones - Maren Morris
● War - River Iris
● Cold Heart - Dua Lipa + Elton John
● Hotel California - Eagles
● Drops of Jupiter - Train
● Consider Me Confused - River Iris
● I Got You (I Feel Good) - James Charles
● At Last - Etta James
● Your Song - Elton John
● That Girl - Justin Timberlake
● Like I’m Gonna Lose You - Meghan Trainor
● F*ck You - Cee Lo Green
● She Used To Be Mine - Sara Bareilles
● Here - Alessia Cara
● Dear No One - Tori Kelly
● Love on the Brain - Rihanna
● Queen - Jessie J
● Lovely - Billie Eilish + Khalid
● Nobody Love - Tori Kelly
● Coffee - Tori Kelly
● My Hair - Ariana Grande
● Kiss Me More - Doja Cat
● Don’t Talk Me Down - JoJo
● Don’t Speak - No Doubt
● Creep - Radiohead
● Valerie - Amy Winehouse
● Make You Feel My Love - Adele
● Crazy - Gnarls Barkley
● If I Ain’t Got You - Alicia Keys
● Fallin’ - Alicia Keys
● Many The Miles - Sara Bareilles
● All of Me - John Legend
● Hard Place - H.E.R.
● Radioactive - Imagine Dragons
● Shallow - Lady Gaga
● Ex’s & Oh’s - Elle King
● Put Your Records On - Corinne Bailey
● Location - Khalid
● I’m Not The Only One - Sam Smith
● Beyond - Leon Bridges
● Dangerous Woman - Ariana Grande
● Starboy - The Weeknd
● Hold On We’re Going Home - Drake
● God Is a Woman - Ariana Grande
● POV - Ariana Grande
● Heartbreak Anniversary - Giveon
Vocalists I adore: Tori Kelly, Ariana Grande, JoJo, Jessie J, Lady Gaga, Alicia Keys
3-5 Outlets for plugging in my sound system and lights!
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