This piece is presented by Minervas.

See Rich Rislov live Sept. 1 starting at 8 p.m. at Paramount Cocktail Studio & Foods, next to Minervas in downtown Sioux Falls. But first, get to know him a little better.

Rich Rislov

Who’s your musical inspiration?

My inspiration comes from a wide variety of genres, including music from artists such as Frank Sinatra, The Beatles, Tom Petty, Incubus, Pearl Jam, etc.

What’s your car radio typically set to?

I often listen to the oldies while driving.

What kind of crowd do you typically see at your show?

I see different demographics depending on where I’m singing or the event I am performing for.  Typically at Paramount, I see ages ranging from 30 to 55 years old.

What’s the best part about performing live music?

I enjoy meeting people and creating an environment provoking good memories while creating new ones.

For those joining you at Paramount, what kind of cocktail goes best with your show?

The best cocktails are the ones enjoyed with friends and family!