Martin Rivas is bringing joy back to music. Blending disparate elements such as ’60s soul with a distinctly modern alt. folk edge to create a sound that is both instantly inviting and exceptionally deep, his songs practically smile at you from the speakers.

Martin has become a mainstay of the New York City singer songwriter community, and performs almost every night of the week. In addition to his own shows and residencies at some of the city's most-respected venues (Rockwood Music Hall Stag...