They had to audition via a video clip for the slot, after R&V partner Toby Burrows saw them play at this year’s Show. He says he was “blown away” when he heard the boys.
“I thought they were just amazing and super-talented. When I saw how young they were I was in awe. They are really charismatic and humble too.”
Mr Burrows says he knew they could handle a set at R&V.
“They have a lot of personality and they are definitely going places.”
Liam and Ronan have not been taking the opportunity lightly. They are grateful and have been practising for four-plus hours a day, for their hour-long, 16-song set.
“We are playing about seven of our own original songs and some covers — everything from Ed Sheeran’s I See Fire, to Bob Marley’s I Shot the Sheriff,” says Liam.
“We just want to do it for the love of it but having a paid gig is awesome.”
Their ever-increasing resume has changed a lot in the past couple of years. It was not that long ago they were busking every weekend on the main street.
“If you put the hard work in, you can do anything. We are just so excited.”
Both can play a variety of instruments, but they will play their set acoustically, paired with their signature riffs and harmonies.
