The Voice contestant from the “elbow crease” of Massachusetts advances
BRIDGEWATER, Mass. (WWLP) – The Voice contestant from Massachusetts who sang in the blind audition Monday night on 22News received a four-chair turn.
Conor James performed on stage in front of an audience with coaches Adam Levine, Kelsea Ballerini, John Legend, and Michael Bublé. The song he chose was “I Say A Little Prayer” by Aretha Franklin.
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John Legend and Michael Bublé simultaneously turned their chairs within seconds of Conor’s performance. Adam Levine was the third to turn around before Kelsey had a chance to block him, she turned around.
When Conor told the judges he was 28 years old from Bridgewater, Massachusetts, John Legend asked what part of Massachusetts. “It’s not the armpit of Massachusetts, but it’s like the elbow crease,” Conor replied.
Born with a passion for performance, Conor’s musical journey began in his small hometown where he immersed himself in musical theater and taught himself how to play the piano on the keyboard his parents bought him.
Following his dreams, he took a leap of faith after high school and moved to New York to study at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. The city’s vibrant culture allowed him to embrace his authentic queer self while honing his craft.
After six years in New York, Conor ventured west to Los Angeles, where he balances his artistic pursuits with practical necessities. Today, he’s established himself as a working musician and producer, performing four nights a week across venues from nursing homes to luxury hotels, and private events all while releasing original music.
WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com.
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