Irish X Factor hopefuls Sean and Conor Price get standing ovation-now progressing onto week 4
By Kim O’Leary
On the X Factor at the weekend, Irish hopefuls Sean and Conor Price from Blessington hit all the right notes on Saturday night as they performed the late George Michael’s mega-hit “Freedom”, earning them a standing ovation from the judges.
This week’s theme was George Michael week with the contestants required to perform the late singer’s songs.
Naas CBS pupils Sean, 18, and Conor, 15, brought the house down with their version of the classic “Freedom”; albeit a more Irish rock- version with the brothers bringing their own spin to the song with a clever rap, winning them a standing ovation from the judges and a place on next week’s show.
The judges were impressed with the busking brothers, who admitted earlier in the week that they weren’t as familiar with the late George Michael’s music.
Judge Nicole Scherzinger compared Conor's voice to an "Irish rock version of Justin Bieber”, while the other judges lavished praise of the brothers.
Meanwhile, the brothers’ proud mentor Simon Cowell said that their performance was even better than the previous week, and praised their enthusiasm and natural talent.
He said: “It makes it more real and you’re not relying on gimmicks. I think this was way better than last week if you want my honest opinion, and I really hope you guys stay in the competition.”
Speaking on their Facebook account after securing their place on week 4 of the competition, Sean and Conor said: “Genuinely so grateful to everyone that voted for us and continued to support us! Week 4 is going to come fast! Back to work!”
Meanwhile, Irish comedian Pat Shortt has voiced his support for the Blessington brothers in a recent video, following his recent performance over the weekend at the Tramway Theatre in Blessington.
Speaking in the video, Pat Shortt said: "I'm in Blessington here tonight, the home of Sean and Conor Price. They're two of the most talented young fellas I've seen in a long time, and they got through on the X Factor last night (Saturday) and keep it up lads."
He urged Irish voters to keep voting for Sean and Conor to help them get through next week's live show.
See Pat Shortt's video below on The Tramway Theatre's Facebook page:
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Sean and Conor will next perform on the X Factor on Saturday 19 November with the show starting at 8.20pm on TV3, and Irish voters are reminded to check the website www.tv3.ie
Watch the brother’s rocking performance below!
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