Eddy has opened for several renowned artists such as Johnny Paycheck "Take This Job and Shove It" (Hernando County Fair, Brooksville, Florida), Joe Diffie "Third Rock From The Sun" (Tampa Fairgrounds, Florida), Chubby Checker "The Twist" and Lee Roy Parnell "Tender Moment" (Sanford Heritage Festival, Florida), Charlie Daniels Band at Journey Fest '10 (Brooksville, Florida), and a host of other artists.

Eddy has performed at famous legendary nightspots such as "Legends" & "Tootsies Orchid" lounges on Music Row in Nashville Tennessee, Tarpon Springs (Florida) Winter Festival, Florida Strawberry Festival (Plant City) representing the NACMAI, the Villages in Ocala, Florida, the Vermont State Fair in Rutland, and the Citrus County Fair in Inverness, Florida. In addition to performing over 200 shows yearly, Eddy donates his time and talent to the All Children's Miracle Network, the American Cancer Society (Relay for Life), and the Ronald McDonald House.

The North American Country Music Association International, Inc. (NACMAI) has presented Eddy with seven awards including "Entertainer of the Year" and "Male Vocalist of the Year" at the Louise Mandrel Theater in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

Eddy is known for his incredible shows as he captivates audiences wherever he goes with his style and charisma. Eddy is a traditionalist with just a little bit of a twist, making each song his own. He has recreated all of your best-loved songs and has put them into one spectacular show that will leave you speechless and asking for more.  Most people that hear Eddy Rivers for the first time are initially struck by the force of a powerful and unique entertainer, an entertainer that colors and flavors each song he sings.  Adding even more color to his performances; Eddy's seasoned professional musicians further enhance and embellish his show.   He is an immensely exciting singer/entertainer who also uses comedy and trivia in all of his shows.    It is rare and heartening to find someone who sings what he believes and believes what he sings! 

This is why Eddy Rivers "The Brooklyn Cowboy" can be called an artist and each one of his songs can be considered "The Very Best of Eddy Rivers".