SHREYA BOSE
Someone Else’s Arms (Rivita): Sad songs make for great debuts. US-based singer-songwriter-
producer Rivita sings a charming ditty about losing love, and it is equal parts profound
and endearing. There’s not a whole lot that stands out, but it's a widely relatable feeling she
sings about.
Rivita’s voice is unassuming, but contains the seeds of much artistic growth. One
cannot say if she is restraining herself on purpose, but her voice founders at moments,
especially towards the end. She is yet to portray artistic conviction, but one can hold off on
judgement, at least until the release of her upcoming EP “I Believe”.
Interestingly, Rivita’s blog hosts a number of articles about music production, and weighs
in on issues that artists may face on the technical side of their creative tasks. It shows
a deeper investment in the craft, and allows one to hope that she will show significant
growth in her musical progression.
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