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‘Villagers’ began life as a nameless collection of musical poems, all under the pen of one Conor J. O’Brien. “Ultimately, I’ve learned that a song is not an isolated thing. You have to wash the dishes before you write a song. It should never be taken too seriously. It must be treated with joy and humour, regardless of the subject matter,” muses Conor, as he strokes his hairless chin. “The aim is to feel the songs out. If I don’t surprise myself, then it is a worthless endeavour. Indeed, I would apply this attitude to all aspects of this project. The songs are quite decisive, but I have no idea what I am doing, or where I am going.” Again, he strokes his chin, this time with a look of resigned confusion. “Once the songs took shape, I asked some friends of mine to help me play them to people. When they kindly agreed, I decided that we would present ourselves as ‘Villagers’ – I don’t really know why. I think I like the name because it doesn’t offend the songs.” With this, he puts his clothes back on and bids me farewell. On returning to my office, I slip on a banana skin and subsequently die.









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  • Petri Chor

    Great band, Conor's songwriting has had its own influence on our own music . 

    2 months ago
  • Laura Tomlinson

     I like your band

    2 months ago
  • Laura Tomlinson

    Marry me Conor! You're a dream boat ;) I did just miss the proposal by a day, dammit! Just seen you guys on Ch4 Abbey Rd studios, awesome tunes! Havent heard of your band name before but knew one of your songs from Caffe Nero where I work. Its played all the time! Please come to Nottingham soon!

    2 months ago
  • Doug Fuller

    Saw you tonight on Live at Abby Road and fell instantly in like with your music, will spread the word in here in old sleepy Adelaide, South Australia. Great music!

    3 months ago
  • Angels Heap

    So So good heard you on radio 2 Becoming a Jackel Fan Albums fantastic. Go on make my day play Glasgow.
    All the best Steven & Anne

    8 months ago
  • Noelle

    Caught you guys at the Eden Project on Friday - absolutely loved it, thanks

    10 months ago
  • lloyd andrews

    here you! you better let me know when you're coming back to canada.  great night at motown, hope you and your family flew home safe! cheers pal 

    11 months ago
  • Nancy Heinke

    "So I say thank u for the music..." Thanks a lot and greetz from Germany

    1 year ago
  • Lucy Mc Carron

     Hey conor! I've been hearing rumours of a wee Letterkenny gig in the Summer? Please make it happen! Was there last year, you guys were amazing and it was great to have the chat Conor! Lovely lads.

    I'll be right up the front, again! Luc. x

    1 year ago
  • In Basement

     Hey, I´ve felt in love with your music, It is brilliant :)

    1 year ago
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