Performing and Recording Career
In 2007, Riseley tried out for the fifth season of Australian Idol. When he failed to progress into the top 12 on the basis of viewer votes, he was given a "wild card" entry. He was sometimes criticized for remaining steadfastly within his style of swing, jazz and big band, but progressed until his elimination as one of the final three.
He was signed by Mercury Australia, and an album of cover versions, titled The Rise, was released on 26 April 2008, debuting and peaking at #5 on the Australian albums chart. His second album entitled The Stillest Hour, was released on 24 April 2009 and debuted as the number one jazz album on the Australian Aria charts.
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