Sean and Conor wow judges during their X-Factor audition Two young buskers from Blessington in Wicklow are the “talk of the town” after getting through to this week’s X-Factor audition.
The talented musicians, Sean (17) and Conor (15) Price, impressed judges with their version of ‘All Along the Watchtower’ by Bob Dylan, which was a fusion of the rock classic and modern pop-rap. Their performance has been viewed over 3 million times on YouTube.
“Sure it’s the talk of the town here. It’s not my type of music but they’re very gifted. What I like most is the relationship between the pair of them, it seems lovely,” said Fr Richard Behan of Blessington parish.
Great atmosphere
“There’s a great atmosphere and well wishes, it’s good to see them doing so well, I hope they keep going,” said the priest, adding that he wished them the best for the future.
The duo have been together for three years, and “plucked up the courage” and started busking on Grafton Street when they were 11 and 13 according to Sean, who said they were “small fish in a big pond”.
Simon Cowell was impressed, saying: “This is probably one of the best auditions we’ve had. I’m going to say something to you guys – I don’t want to change a single thing from what I saw and heard today.”
Sean said that Blessington was a small town “there’s not a lot of people around but it’s great for us to sing and just belt out our songs”. The brothers said that they have a special bond, and no matter what arguments they have, in the morning they easily make-up.