What. A. MOMENT!
Irish a cappella ensemble Ardú appeared on the new series (S14) of The Voice UK on Saturday evening (September 19th) for their blind audition - earning a chair turn from American artist and record producer Will.I.Am.
The group move forward to the ‘Battle Rounds’, and will compete directly against one fellow contestant for the chance to earn their place in the semi-final.
The six-piece vocal group is the largest act to ever compete on the UK version of the series to date. The ensemble performed a mashup of Doechii's ‘Anxiety’ and Gotye's ‘Somebody That I Used To Know’ to judges Sir Tom Jones, Will.I.Am, Tom Fletcher and Danny Jones (sharing a double chair), and Kelly Rowland, ultimately earning a turn from Will.I.Am for their captivating performance.
The next episode’s air date has not yet been revealed, leaving fans in high anticipation.
Ardú are set to play The Whale Theatre, Co. Wicklow on October 30th, Púca Festival, Trim on October 31st and the dlr Mill Theatre, Dublin on November 1st - Tickets and more information can be found at ardumusic.com
The Voice UK can be viewed on Virgin Media One, Virgin Media Play, ITV1 and the ITVX player.
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