Niles Rivers

Niles Rivers, the youngest of four children was born in Cleveland, Ohio. He starred in the feature film One Last Prayer in the leading role of David Medford. Rivers is also known for songs written and performed in Kadeem Hardison's The Dark Party. His acting has also ignited theatrical stages for Disney's The Lion King (Simba), Smokey Joe's Cafe (Ovation Award nomination), First Breeze of Summer, and many more. Musically, Rivers' unique style has moved audiences from Rock N' Soul to serenading ballads with a songwriting finesse of notable storytelling. Winner of the "Prince" Songwriting Contest; Rivers has collaborated with award-winning producer/writers David Foster, John Leventhal, Randy Jackson, and Steven Allen Davis. His music has been featured on the movie soundtrack Dark Party and in live performances across the country.