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SHELDON RILEY
announced as Australia’s 2022
EUROVISION SONG CONTEST
representative

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Praise for Sheldon Riley:

“Sheldon Riley delivers an intimate, unforgettable experience” – Rolling Stone, AU

“Sheldon Riley hides his face behind a mask, but there’s nothing shy about his performances.” – Billboard, US

“Using his now renowned superpower of pairing introversion and extroversion, Riley’s In My Room is both sharp and delicate, gentle and powerful.” – Rolling Stone, AU

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Sheldon Riley has been crowned the winner of Eurovision – Australia Decides during the Live TV Final on SBS on Saturday 26th of February.

The 22 year old Australian artist swept the stage with his performance of “Not The Same”, which ultimately gave him the win through the votes of the viewing public and jury combined.

LISTEN TO “NOT THE SAME” HERE

Sheldon’s mesmerizing and emotional sound paired with his Avant-Garde, high fashion style have truly laid the foundation for a disruptive entry into the music industry making him one of Australia’s most notable up and coming artists.

“Not The Same” has dark elements found very familiar in many of Riley’s viral live performances. Unlike his last singles “Left Broken” & “Again”, lyrically is a more obvious story ready to be heard, followed and visualized. Written from the perspective of young Riley who was told “he would never quite be understood.” “Not The Same” is heartbreaking but gives a sense of hope to those in similar situations.

Speaking on the track, Sheldon said, “‘Not The Same’ is the story I never thought I’d ever feel I’d be able to tell. Written from the memories of a child who at age 6 was diagnosed with ‘asperger’ syndrome. Growing up in public housing, moving from home to home, unaware of my sexuality, among a deeply religious family. A path already laid that I would never be able to properly understand or interact with other people.”

After winning the Australian public’s hearts with his sensational performance, Riley accumulated impressive 100 points and has ultimately been selected to represent Australia at the Eurovision Song Contest to be held in Turin, Italy commencing in May 2022.

Speaking on the win, Riley says, “I’m speechless, this is everything I have worked for and dreamed of since I can remember. I am so incredibly honoured to represent Australia on the biggest stage in the world. I have said this a few times throughout this Aus Decides experience people will choose different when given the chance to see it. Thank you for giving me my chance to prove that.”

At 22 years young, Sheldon Riley has forged a strong, authentic and inclusive path since establishing himself as a musician and artist to remember during his appearances on Australian and US television. Off the back of his stellar performances in Australia and the US, Sheldon has garnered significant praise and following with his original sound and style. It’s no surprise that this budding talent took the win and we expect nothing short of greatness when he goes on to the Eurovision Song Contest later this year in May.

#Eurovision #AusDecides

“Not The Same” is available on all platforms now.

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Follow SHELDON RILEY
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 YouTube – Spotify – Apple Music

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AMNPLIFY – DB