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Riva Starr
Riva may refer to: People * Riva (surname) * Riva Castleman (1930–2014), American art historian, art curator and author * Riva Ganguly Das (born 1961), Indian diplomat * Riva (footballer), Brazilian former footballer Rivadávio Alves Pereira (born 1944) * Riva Taylor, professional name of English singer/songwriter Rebecca Jane Grosvenor-Taylor * A diminutive of Rebecca (given name) Places * Riva, Beykoz, a village in Istanbul Province, Turkey * Riva, Maryland, a census-designated place in the United States * Riva del Garda, a town and comune in northern Italy In music * Riva Records, a record label * Riva (band), a former Yugoslavian band * An alternative name used by Dutch producing duo Zki & Dobre * "Riva (Restart the Game)", a 2015 song by Klingande featuring Broken Back In business * Riva, an Italian yachtbuilding company, part of the Ferretti Group as of 2000 * Gruppo Riva, an Italian steel company * Lada Riva, an automobile * Riva Fashion, a fashion brand in the Middle ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Riva (surname)
Riva is an Italian surname. Geographical distribution As of 2014, 57.8% of all known bearers of the surname ''Riva'' were residents of Italy (frequency 1:1,405), 7.1% of India (1:143,430), 5.3% of Brazil (1:51,231), 5.3% of Argentina (1:10,805), 4.5% of the Philippines (1:29,793), 4.1% of Bangladesh (1:52,025), 2.7% of the United States (1:174,602), 2.6% of Peru (1:16,250), 1.9% of France (1:47,539) and 1.5% of Switzerland (1:7,358). In Italy, the frequency of the surname was higher than national average (1:1,405) only in one region: Lombardy (1:281) People * Aldo Riva (1923–?), Italian professional football player * Antonello Riva (born 1962), Italian former basketball player * Antonio Riva (pilot) (1896-1951), Italian World War I flying ace * Carlo Riva (1922–2017), Italian motorboat designer and builder * Celso Riva (born c. 1974), Italian independent video game designer * César Humberto Chávez Riva Gálvez (born 1964), former Peruvian international football ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Riva (band)
Riva was a Croatian pop band formed in Zadar in 1986. After forming in 1986, the band appeared on Zagrebfest 1988, Performing with the song “Zadnja Suza” (“Last Tear in Croatian). Their song " Rock Me" won the Eurovision Song Contest 1989 in Switzerland, with a score of 137 points. According to author John Kennedy O'Connor in ''The Eurovision Song Contest – The Official History'', it was an unexpected win.O'Connor, John Kennedy The Eurovision Song Contest – The Official History. Carlton Books, UK. 2007 The band proved sceptics wrong, bringing the first and only victory for Yugoslavia. The contest was then hosted in Zagreb, representing Yugoslav Radio Television. After the success, they released two subsequent albums, one titled after their winning track “ Rock Me” (1989) and “Srce Laneta” (“''Laneta Heart”'' in Croatian) in 1990. Shortly after the success of both albums, the band signed to a Swiss Agency where they started production ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Riva Fashion
Riva Fashion is a fashion Fashion is a form of self-expression and autonomy at a particular period and place and in a specific context, of clothing, footwear, lifestyle, accessories, makeup, hairstyle, and body posture. The term implies a look defined by the fashion in ... brand specialized in clothing, footwear, accessories and perfumes for women, teenagers and kids. Riva Fashion operate in 6 countries across the GCC with over 75 stores and 5000 employees. The brand has a significant digital presence, with online and mobile application that attract the women to enjoy a friendly shopping experience with worldwide shipping. Riva Fashion Brand is owned by the Armada retail concept which was founded in Kuwait in 1973 by Al Tahan family. History Awards Riva Fashion won 'Best in Apparel and Accessories’ in the Middle East at the World Branding Awards for 2016, 2017 and 2018. Store count Number of Riva Fashion offline stores as of 27 November 2021 * Kuwait: 19 * Saudi Arabi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lada Riva
The Lada / VAZ-2105, 2104 and 2107, collectively marketed as Lada Riva for right-hand drive models (in the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand), the Lada Nova in Germany, and by multiple other names and markets, are a series of compact sedans of the ''Zhiguli'' line-up ( Fiat 124-based cars), built by Russian car manufacturer AvtoVAZ (formerly VAZ). Introduced in 1979 in the Soviet Union, and progressively introduced to Western European and global markets from the early 1980s, under the Lada brand, they were sold as saloons (2105 and 2107), and station wagon (2104) versions. Today they are generally referred to as the Lada Classic series, being derived from the original Fiat 124 platform which has been the now-iconic mainstay of the AvtoVAZ lineup since the company's foundation in the late 1960s. Russian production at the company's main plant at Togliatti ended in September 2012. Along with the other Fiat 124 derivatives, it is the world's third best selling, single g ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gruppo Riva
Riva Forni Electrici S.p.A. is a major Italian steel producer. Riva is a privately held company, the whole shareholders' equity being held by the Riva family. History Early history Riva Acciaio was founded in 1954 in Milan by Adriano and Emilio Riva as an iron scrap trading business. In 1957, the first Riva Acciaio mini-mill was built in Caronno Pertusella near Saronno. A few years later, this plant became the first steelworks in Italy to use continuous casting, in partnership with steel plant engineer Danieli. In the 1960s, Riva expanded in Italy by purchasing smaller rivals. 1970s–1990s Starting from the 1970s, Riva took part in the privatization process of the ailing European steel industry by making further acquisitions in European countries such as * the previously state-owned steelworks Acciaierie di Cornigliano in Genoa, * the Thy-Marcinelle plant in Charleroi Belgium, and * the Alpa plant in Gargenville France. In 1992, it acquired directly from the German Treuhan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ferretti Group
Ferretti S.p.A. (trading as Ferretti Group) is an Italian multinational shipbuilding company headquartered in Forlì which specialises in the design, construction and sale of luxury motor yachts. Its products are sold under the brands Ferretti Yachts, Custom Line, Pershing, Itama, Riva, Mochi Craft and CRN. Ferretti was founded in 1968 by Alessandro and Norberto Ferretti as a manufacturer of small boats and produced its first motor sailer in 1971. Ferretti expanded through making numerous acquisitions, including of Cantieri Navali dell’Adriatico – CNA S.r.l. in 1998, CRN S.p.A., in 1999, Riva S.p.A. in 2000, Cantiere Navale Mario Morini and in 2002, Itama in 2004 anAllied Marinein 2008. Ferretti was acquired by the Chinese multinational heavy machinery and automotive manufacturing company Weichai Group in 2012. Ferretti has manufacturing operations in Italy and the United States. It has subsidiary companies in the United States (Ferretti Group North America), Brazil (Ferre ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Riva (Restart The Game)
"Riva (Restart the Game)" is a song by French deep house producer Klingande featuring vocals from Broken Back. The song was released in France as a digital download on 2 March 2015. It charted in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Norway and Switzerland. Written and produced by Klingande, the song also features harmonica played by Greg Zlap and is not a saxophone that has been modified as some people have believed. Music video A music video to accompany the release of "Riva (Restart the Game)" was first released onto YouTube on 19 March 2015, at a total length of four minutes and twenty-five seconds. YouTube
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Zki & Dobre
Chocolate Puma are a DJ and music production duo from Haarlem, North Holland, consisting of René ter Horst ("DJ Zki") and Gaston Steenkist ("Dobre"). Their stage names include "Zki & Dobre", "The Good Men", and "The Goodmen". Zki & Dobre have produced dance music under various group names since the early 1990s. Their most notable productions are " Give It Up" (1993) credited to The Good Men, " I Wanna Be U" (2001) credited to Chocolate Puma, and " Who Do You Love Now?" (2001) credited to Riva, and featuring Dannii Minogue. They also founded their own record label, Pssst Music. Musical career As the Goodmen, their most notable production was " Give It Up", a 1993 house music track based upon samba styled percussion and the simple, repeating vocal line of the song title. The percussion was inspired by a Sérgio Mendes recording. The song rose to #1 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot Dance Club Play chart in 1993 and made a brief appearance on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100 chart, peaki ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Riva Records
Riva Records was a British record label founded the UK in 1975 by Billy Gaff, manager of Rod Stewart. Rod Stewart signed to the label in the UK, but stayed with Warner Bros. Records in the US and the rest of the world. Another well-known artist on the label was John Cougar Mellencamp, distributed by PolyGram in the US, and WEA in most other countries. After Stewart and Mellencamp left the label, it stopped operating. Billy died in Dublin 25th April 2022. Stewart left in 1982 (last issue "How Long"), whereas Mellencamp stayed a little later. A variety of acts then had singles released on Riva in the UK (see below); the last known UK release was RIVA 51 (Glory with "Hearts Will Sing" / "As It Is") in 1987. Other acts to have releases on Riva included: * Lewis Sisters / Lewis * Blinding Tears * Phil Thornalley * Carmine Appice * The Lookalikes, with Sean O'Connor Discography (No PS) indicates that the record was issued without a Picture Sleeve See also * List of record l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Riva Castleman
Riva Castleman (August 15, 1930 – September 4, 2014) was an American art historian, art curator, and author who is credited with promoting the mediums of printmaking and illustrated books as serious forms of fine art. From 1976–95 she was Director of the Department of Prints and Illustrated Books at the Museum of Modern Art in Manhattan. Life and career Born Esther Riva Castleman in Chicago, Castleman was the daughter of William Castleman and Ann Castleman (née Steinberg). Her father was a printer and progressive activist who shared his love for printing and art with his daughter; passions which informed Castleman's career. After studying art and art history at the University of Iowa and the New York University Institute of Fine Arts, she joined the staff at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMa) in New York as a cataloger. She later became the director of MoMa's department of prints and illustrated books in 1976, a post she held until her retirement in 1995. During Castleman' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Riva Del Garda
Riva del Garda (''Rìva'' in local dialect) is a town and ''comune'' in the northern Italian province of Trento of the Trentino Alto Adige region. It is also known simply as ''Riva'' and is located at the northern tip of Lake Garda. History Riva del Garda belonged to the Republic of Venice, the Bishopric of Trent, the Napoleonic Kingdom of Italy and later (1815–1918) to the Austro-Hungarian Empire (when it was known as ). During the Third Italian War of Independence, Riva del Garda was an important supply base for the Austrian navy and was the only town on the lake captured by Italian forces. In 1918, after the end of World War I, Riva del Garda, with the rest of the Trentino, became part of the Kingdom of Italy. Riva was the terminus for the long Mori–Arco–Riva railway line, opened in 1891. However, the railway line closed in 1936 and the railway terminus has been converted into a restaurant. Austrian dictator Kurt Schuschnigg was born in the town in 1897 and was of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Riva, Maryland
Riva is a census-designated place (CDP) in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States. The population was 4,076 at the 2010 census. The area is scenic, especially where the two-lane Riva Road crosses the South River on a bridge. The area is growing with large new homes as the suburbs of Annapolis grow outward. Riva is bordered by Annapolis to the north, Edgewater to the east, and Davidsonville to the west. Currently Riva is served by Central Elementary School, Davidsonville Elementary School, Central Middle School, and South River High School in Edgewater, Maryland. History Aisquith Farm E Archeological Site was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991. There have been several large developments made in Riva over the years. Sylvan Shores Riva Farms Berkshire 1978 - 1981 Annapolis Landing 1979 - Geography Riva is located at (38.952079, −76.582135). According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of , of which is land and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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