Big River (Jimmy Nail song) laments the later decline of the industry and therefore the decline of the importance and activity of the Tyne itself. However, in the last chorus, the song takes a more hopeful turn, declaring that, "the river will rise again". The guitar work on the song was provided by Mark Knopfler who features in the music video. Big River (Jimmy Nail song) "Big River" is a song written and performed by Jimmy Nail and released on the album "Big River". It was released as a single in 1995. In 2011, it was recorded by Joe McElderry for the DVD, "Big River
Rock River Music Rock River Music Rock River Music, a division of Rock River Communications, Inc., is a music licensing and production company. Founded in 1995 by Billy Straus, Rock River Music produced music for clients such as Pottery Barn, adidas, Gap, Ford Motor Company, Holiday Inn and others. In the early 90's, musician Billy Straus co-produced an eclectic album of new music based on the hit children's television series Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?. Believing the album had great potential, he and his collaborators were frustrated by the inability of BMG Music to effectively market and distribute the album. This