At 18, Ava Rivello emerged as a distinctive young voice in alternative pop-rock, combining emotionally direct songwriting with fashion, modeling and visual storytelling. Based near Philadelphia, Rivello is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, model and creator whose music is rooted in personal experience rather than trends.
Music has been central to Rivello since childhood. She began exploring guitar around eight or nine and later developed skills on piano, bass and drums, with guitar now playing an important role in her songwriting. Her influences include Paramore, Pierce the Veil, Staind, The Backseat Lovers and Bruno Mars, reflecting a taste that moves comfortably between alternative rock, pop and emotionally driven songwriting.
A New, Heavier Chapter
Rivello’s current artistic direction is particularly compelling. Her latest single, “hold me til i fall asleep,” released August 15, 2026, represents a move toward a heavier alternative-rock sound. The song began as an idea about comfort and love but evolved into a deeply personal realization about recognizing when a relationship is no longer healthy and finding the strength to leave.
The track follows her earlier work, including “No Good” and the emotionally focused “(it was) never love,” continuing her exploration of self-worth, toxic relationships, emotional vulnerability and personal growth.
Beyond the Music
Rivello’s creative identity also extends into fashion. She has walked at New York Fashion Week and worked alongside supermodel Coco Rocha. Modeling has helped strengthen her confidence and visual expression, while music remains her most personal form of communication.
Her philosophy is straightforward: she does not want to reshape her music simply to follow mainstream trends. Instead, she wants to make honest music that allows listeners to feel understood and less alone. An upcoming EP is expected to further showcase her emotional and musical growth.
Ava Rivello’s current chapter is about trusting her own voice—embracing a heavier sound, deeper songwriting and greater creative confidence while building a genuine community around music that feels real.
