Best known as Billy Joel's saxophonist as well as Musical Director for Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band, Rivera has shared the stage with some of Rock 'n' Roll's greatest performers, including John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Elton John, Simon & Garfunkel, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Tony Bennett, Sheila E., Joe Walsh, Hall & Oates, and Peter Gabriel.
His new book is out now: SIDEMAN: IN PURSUIT OF THE NEXT GIG
Rivera spoke to Gary Rivers about his lifestyle and added how he "had to pinch myself everyday" for living the life he chose.