He is the best audition ever. That was my fav song as a kid and the way he turned it into a new song was incredible. The fact that he’s a sweetheart and easy on the eyes is plus.
I think the one thing that stands out to me (other than I just fall in love with him every time I watch this) is how humble he is. After he rips up the stage and almost seems to go into a different state while performing he looks up as if he just came back to the planet. His smile is infectious and that look is like a bright eyed kid at Christmas that just got a new puppy.
To everyone who is saying he seems "cocky" or he doesnt seem like a nice person, I'm gonna put out there that I have been to many live shows and have actually met Dean twice. I'm not gonna get into the whole experience but he is one of the most genuine and grateful guys out there. Don't judge based on what you think you know. Live and Love x
I saw Dean Ray perform tonight with Karice Eden and he was freaking amazing .. electrifying .. and has an awesome stage presence .. watch this space .. his star is a risiN … fantastic performer ..
Dean was already well refined before X Factor at age 22 which is mind boggling. The judges couldn't teach him anything more. He was just there to sky rocket his career.
I just don't get why people keep saying he's unlikeable. I didn't intend to watch X Factor this year but He and Reigan changed that. I LIKE HIM!!! He's _extremely_ likeable to me!
B BG Nah, he's neither arrogant or over confident. You can see in this video that he is amazed at the audience reaction. He's actually a really good guy-he's just not 'the norm' which is very refreshing. He's currently in the top 6, and doing well. Hopefully he wins the show. :)
B BG Over confident? are u stupid? the guy is a genious and there is absolutly nothing wrong with a confidence that matches his talent. You are just jealous.
B BG In reality, the "general impression" is that Dean is VERY well liked. His FB page has over 15, 000 likes, he's got 5 songs selling well in iTunes, he's a favorite to be in the final. He's exceptionally creative-that's the hallmark of genius. The next time you want to refer to someone as a 'brain dead drooler', perhaps you ought to take a good long look in the mirror.
He deserves to win. He looks so humble. stop judging someone u don't even know. Even if he doesn't somebody will grab him up and he will defiantly go places. Team dean!
caitlen bassett I don't see that at all, i see a young man who is very talented and unique. I see him as being very deep, intense and honest…he is being real, he is being himself no doubt at all. Oh your right there's stuck up assholes out there….but definitely not this guy.
I know Dean and lived with him 9 years ago in a student hostel in Chinchilla. He went out with my sister for a while. He's definitely not arrogant, he's a hard working humble and friendly guy. I'm glad you went against the negativity and posted those genuine and kind words about him. We need more people like you! :)
Jane Horrocks one of the few people to ever come on that is better than playing an instrument than he is at singing. Not that he has a bad voice but it’s not the strongest ever. But he is a better musician than most
The girl who won was Filipino. Other Filipinoos voted for her strictly because of that. NOT because she was the better singer. No one knows who she is now. But here we are at this audition 10 years later so.....
He had no idea how good he was. Amazing. He turned an old American song that few people know into something totally modern and totally electrifying. He rocked the stage. And then what he does to Coldplay's "Yellow" in Bootcamp is even more incredible. He transformed that song into something spectacular.
Dean, you changed my mind about rock and roll and now I am going back and listening to all the rock and roll I missed in the earlier part of my life. Thanks. Good luck to you. I hope you have met with great success.
this guy is a true rock star it doesn't get any better than that ....a true artist I new the way he stood there with his guitar he was gonna rock the house AMAZING ABSOLUTELY AMAZING
Dean's definitely got the X-Factor!! He's original, authentic and charismatic! Combine all of that with excellent guitar skills and musicianship and good strong vocals, and you have someone with a promising chance of success in this show and in the music/entertainment industry!!
A combination of Michael Hutchence, Jim Morrison, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison with just a tad of Bono... This dude is a supreme genetically designed performer; bound to definitely become an Ozzie legend. Cheers mate!!
He made this song sound way better !! I been coming back just to listen and watch this never gets old especially when people judge a book by its cover !
I can watch Dean Ray's audition 1000 of times and never get enough of him!!.....you are the winner Dean!, tonight is your night, Final of X Factor 2014! And the beginning of a long international career!
DEAN is seasoned... he can play that guitar as few can... and he can put on a complete show... he should have won... but you 'll have to read my other posts to see why he did not.
Interesting and charismatic guy...rather like a combination of Elvis Presley and Jim Morrison. At first I thought he was full of himself, but he seemed genuinely surprised to get the positive reactions from the crowd, and very appreciative of the judges' comments. That did it for me. He's a cutie who definitely can play and has great stage presence. I'm anxious to REALLY hear his voice!
I didn't understand people who were "hardcore Elvis fans" and seen him live, and even stalked him at the casino. But this guy really has that charisma and genuine devotion to music and being a singer. He bleeds and breathes the lifestyle of a musician thats devoted himself to his craft.
+Carolyn Greenburg Not arrogance, he's was obviously trying to demonstrate rock star cool to the cameras. Even in the beginning we're he wanted to scrap his last name because its wasnt as cool as just being DEAN
Carolyn there are 2 types of people in this world...those who create and those who destroy. Believe me I am in my 60's and even back when I was young it still happened. So I chose the high road and left the destroyers in my dust. Oh yeah I shake them off my sandals before I go in the house...lol
Obviously, the people who say he's unlikable expect everyone to be without a care, all smiles, and fake. He's had a hard life, he's more serious than the rest, and that itself is VERY likable. I found it poignant
Prashant Vikal He's a celebrity, if he had been lying it would have been exposed by now. besides he got hospitalized due to depression/anxiety right after the show ended
If his hard life is part of why you like him, maybe consider it wouldn't have been so hard if he hadn't made foolish / idiotic decisions. He pretty clearly said he wanted a hard life. It's his own fault that he was drinking from puddles. I guess that might be the right way for him to become who he wants to be. Really, I suppose it's possible. Viewed simply, though, it looks like he's just dumb. Or foolish, or both. Or maybe masochistic. Hard life. Well, duh.
FuzzyElf I think it's all about the mental state he was in when he took this decision. And maybe at the time, it felt like the only way to be free. Did you never wish you had the guts to go out there and make your own decisions ? make your own way ? I think it took him some courage to do that. It's not dumb. It's just a different way to own your life. And as you said, he did manage to become who he wanted to be because he did it.
He's the real inspiration for me !! Thx dean !! When i see you sing it well with the guitar,it really boost my confident !! Such a great talent you have !!
I've watched many auditions in TH-cam....I Really like this one...For me this is one of the best audition.....LOVE IT Dean....Thank you for sharing your talent...MORE POWER ..& God Bless
Dean has got the voice, star quality and determination, love the way he plays guitar, Second Contestant Has got the potential, that’s how he made it to the grand final, He’s an awesome Rockstar. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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He is the best audition ever. That was my fav song as a kid and the way he turned it into a new song was incredible. The fact that he’s a sweetheart and easy on the eyes is plus.
I’ve watched this audition many times and each time I’m thrown back to how good it is
@@jeanluke39 for reals bring me back to the 80s when life was awesome
Yeah it is very good, Dean's audition.
I hear you …. So do I 🙃
Can’t stop coming back to hear this audition, one of the best ever
Proper cool
true dat my friend
same here, man
2024 and still fresh & shocking!!!.... Thanx Dean!!!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏
One of the best performances ever......years later
Who is still listening to this in 2024 !
me!
Meee
Я помню этого парня. Просто бомба! Привет из России. 😏✌️🇷🇺
You !
Love him forever❤
I think the one thing that stands out to me (other than I just fall in love with him every time I watch this) is how humble he is. After he rips up the stage and almost seems to go into a different state while performing he looks up as if he just came back to the planet. His smile is infectious and that look is like a bright eyed kid at Christmas that just got a new puppy.
Still watching this at 2020, and Dannii is right - best audition ever.
X Factor Australia 2014 became The Dean Ray Show....
I've played gigs with Dean, one of the coolest and humblest guys you can meet.
Hey, thanks for that, I was looking to see if he has anything up on TH-cam. Is he a mate? You two play well together.
+deni dolan ye he's a good friend theres some older videos of him look up pritchy ray
Jackarthy: Guitar and Video Games Thanks I will, hey you're great to I can see you going along way. Just saw it, he writes too, he may win.
Did he tell you that he lied about being homeless? Good freind of mine went to school with him, apparently he was well clothed and fed
Joseph Briffa well clothed and fed doesn't mean you have a place to live and furthermore, could have been at a different point in his life
To everyone who is saying he seems "cocky" or he doesnt seem like a nice person, I'm gonna put out there that I have been to many live shows and have actually met Dean twice. I'm not gonna get into the whole experience but he is one of the most genuine and grateful guys out there. Don't judge based on what you think you know. Live and Love x
What seems and what is are two different things
I saw Dean Ray perform tonight with Karice Eden and he was freaking amazing .. electrifying .. and has an awesome stage presence .. watch this space .. his star is a risiN … fantastic performer ..
Totally agree!
2021. Still one of the best rock auditions.
Absolutely!
He is the best!!
I keep coming back to this over and over
same here! obsessed with his performance
me too, he is awesome!
the song is called?
who cares
I buy everything this guy puts out.
Dean was already well refined before X Factor at age 22 which is mind boggling. The judges couldn't teach him anything more. He was just there to sky rocket his career.
I don't know why some people comment, but this guy is the real deal, he'll be making rock albums and touring soon enough
2020 Covid but still here listening to this song
Shut your cowardly mouth . Fuck covid
@@Enshk bitch . Safe ? Are you scared of the flu ? Pussy bitch
He is my love fist look
Me too
@Delmus Dugan YES, love this guy x
His guitar in the beginning is sooooo crazy beautiful....... I could listen to that for hours
Best acoustic performance I have ever seen in years! Dean is waaaayy cool!!
I just don't get why people keep saying he's unlikeable. I didn't intend to watch X Factor this year but He and Reigan changed that. I LIKE HIM!!! He's _extremely_ likeable to me!
Totally agree! I like watching his video diaries-he's funny, and clearly very likable. :)
B BG Nah, he's neither arrogant or over confident. You can see in this video that he is amazed at the audience reaction. He's actually a really good guy-he's just not 'the norm' which is very refreshing. He's currently in the top 6, and doing well. Hopefully he wins the show. :)
B BG Over confident? are u stupid? the guy is a genious and there is absolutly nothing wrong with a confidence that matches his talent. You are just jealous.
B BG In reality, the "general impression" is that Dean is VERY well liked. His FB page has over 15, 000 likes, he's got 5 songs selling well in iTunes, he's a favorite to be in the final. He's exceptionally creative-that's the hallmark of genius.
The next time you want to refer to someone as a 'brain dead drooler', perhaps you ought to take a good long look in the mirror.
Judy P Let's talk numbers: 5 in the top 10, one of which reached number 1.
2024 and it's STILL a banger!!!
Me, too. I just found about him a couple weeks ago!
This is by far the best audition ever shown on tv/youtube in any music shows.
One of the best singing auditions on any show in any country of all time!
He deserves to win. He looks so humble.
stop judging someone u don't even know.
Even if he doesn't somebody will grab him up and he will defiantly go places.
Team dean!
caitlen bassett Because you know him so well hey? He's just quiet, just because someone isn't loud and outgoing doesn't mean they're stuck up hun.
caitlen bassett I don't see that at all, i see a young man who is very talented and unique. I see him as being very deep, intense and honest…he is being real, he is being himself no doubt at all. Oh your right there's stuck up assholes out there….but definitely not this guy.
I know Dean and lived with him 9 years ago in a student hostel in Chinchilla. He went out with my sister for a while. He's definitely not arrogant, he's a hard working humble and friendly guy. I'm glad you went against the negativity and posted those genuine and kind words about him. We need more people like you! :)
***** Wow that's awesome you knew him, seems like such a good guy!!! :D
caitlen bassett Sounds like you are a stuck up bitch.
Best X Factor Australia performer ever, in my humble opinion
Jane Horrocks one of the few people to ever come on that is better than playing an instrument than he is at singing. Not that he has a bad voice but it’s not the strongest ever. But he is a better musician than most
I feel he was never appreciated in the way like this before. It's 2019, and I can't seem to digest why he didn't win. Huge respect!
I have a theory....
@@DEAN_23 what is your theory?
It was fixed? I dunno just a guess
The girl who won was Filipino. Other Filipinoos voted for her strictly because of that. NOT because she was the better singer. No one knows who she is now. But here we are at this audition 10 years later so.....
He had no idea how good he was. Amazing. He turned an old American song that few people know into something totally modern and totally electrifying. He rocked the stage. And then what he does to Coldplay's "Yellow" in Bootcamp is even more incredible. He transformed that song into something spectacular.
I instantly fell in love with his voice.
David M. G. Sounds romantic
Me too.....He's freakin AWESOME!
...and he plays a mean guitar... I like what he did with Jagger's Sympathy, and stolen Dance
Ya me 2 bro
Anyone that plays guitar is more impressed with his playing
100% artist, and bloody good too
4 years later and this audition still rocks
Amazing in every way possible. This is one of the rare perfect auditions that define someone.
Who is listening to this in 2025!!!
Hey!!!!!❤
Dean, you changed my mind about rock and roll and now I am going back and listening to all the rock and roll I missed in the earlier part of my life. Thanks. Good luck to you. I hope you have met with great success.
this guy is a true rock star it doesn't get any better than that ....a true artist I new the way he stood there with his guitar he was gonna rock the house AMAZING ABSOLUTELY AMAZING
one of the best auditions/artists i have ever seen on any of these talent shows!!!
I love this guy, hell of a showman and an incredible voice. Australia is full of talent, what an amazing country.
the moment he started playing his guitar....i pressed the like button
Dean's definitely got the X-Factor!! He's original, authentic and charismatic! Combine all of that with excellent guitar skills and musicianship and good strong vocals, and you have someone with a promising chance of success in this show and in the music/entertainment industry!!
Epic audition! Immense talent with huge potential. Wish this was available for download.
How can people say he's unlikable?!
He has the most charming smile I've ever seen and his voice is to die for!
Also, that hair is absolutely perfect
They are jealous. He's brilliant
He’s pretty straightforward, that puts some people off I’ve noticed. I’m also straightforward and it puts people off, although I don’t give a shit
Dean is so so good ...He's the whole package..love to hear and see him..he is Rock and roll.
I can't wait to see more of Dean. Keep up the good work :)
Can't get enough to of this unique n exciting version - I get goose bumps every time I replay it! AWESOME/OUTSTANDING!
his Smile after he Finished Singing Is So delightful :)
A combination of Michael Hutchence, Jim Morrison, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison with just a tad of Bono... This dude is a supreme genetically designed performer; bound to definitely become an Ozzie legend. Cheers mate!!
What an outstanding guitarist. He’s a great performer but that guitar playing is phenomenal.
Absolutely
He made this song sound way better !! I been coming back just to listen and watch this never gets old especially when people judge a book by its cover !
he played that shit like it owed him money!
Like his rent was due that night....I love your comment too.
i love your audition ,i watch it three times a day , your a star
He has that something that you can't learn, it's just a gift.
"Charisma".
emgee65 I totally agree with you.
I have watched this over snd over again, its so brilliant!
I can watch Dean Ray's audition 1000 of times and never get enough of him!!.....you are the winner Dean!, tonight is your night, Final of X Factor 2014! And the beginning of a long international career!
that was bad ass! That song is finally cool!! this kid is way above the usual x factor contestant.
DEAN is seasoned... he can play that guitar as few can... and he can put on a complete show... he should have won... but you 'll have to read my other posts to see why he did not.
The look in his eyes just as he finished and they cheer so hard. Omg. It's so genuine and brilliant! :')
This is my 20 time that I keep coming back to watching his perfroment.x
Ikr!
This is like my 100th time watching this!!! Never gets old!!!!
I always come back too 😉😉
Dean is a handsome talented, amazing and magnificent artist👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
He got a very good voice🎼
Well done boy😘
his confidence is just next lvl, electrifying, hypnotizing, forcing me to come back every few month at least, insane i love it :D
this is the first time i've heard this guy and i would buy his album right now. jesus he's good.
He's on spotify :)
Katy Sarah He has a new song just released itunes.apple.com/au/album/i-o-u-a-heartache-single/id1024442811
You are the best in the world 🌎🌎🌎🌎
Brilliant......Can't wait for his CD.
I keep coming back to watch this, it's just so amazing!
Interesting and charismatic guy...rather like a combination of Elvis Presley and Jim Morrison. At first I thought he was full of himself, but he seemed genuinely surprised to get the positive reactions from the crowd, and very appreciative of the judges' comments. That did it for me. He's a cutie who definitely can play and has great stage presence. I'm anxious to REALLY hear his voice!
I didn't understand people who were "hardcore Elvis fans" and seen him live, and even stalked him at the casino. But this guy really has that charisma and genuine devotion to music and being a singer. He bleeds and breathes the lifestyle of a musician thats devoted himself to his craft.
To be honest, I'm not an Elvis fan, but some of Dean's moves are most definitely Elvis! But there's not doubt, Deans FAR more talented! I adore him!
and now he is lord commander of the watch..
and dead
+John Frank or not
+Primal 420 what u mean?
+Дмитрий Гета lol
he is thinner..................than the watchman you mention (GAME OF THRON)
I remember when this aired 3 years ago and still watch it from time to time👌
Anyone who thinks Dean is "arrogant" - the kid's expression of startlement and pleased surprise at 4:26 should disabuse you of the notion.
+Carolyn Greenburg Not arrogance, he's was obviously trying to demonstrate rock star cool to the cameras. Even in the beginning we're he wanted to scrap his last name because its wasnt as cool as just being DEAN
+Jymel Ryan being honest isn't asking for a sob story. The judges asked him a few questions. he answered with very little detail.
+Jymel Ryan theres all kinds of people in this world just because uve never meet them doesnt mean they dont exist.
+Jymel Ryan So was Jim Morrison but he was still a great rock artist.
Carolyn there are 2 types of people in this world...those who create and those who destroy. Believe me I am in my 60's and even back when I was young it still happened. So I chose the high road and left the destroyers in my dust. Oh yeah I shake them off my sandals before I go in the house...lol
In 2019 and haven’t forgot it. This guy is good 👏!!
Obviously, the people who say he's unlikable expect everyone to be without a care, all smiles, and fake. He's had a hard life, he's more serious than the rest, and that itself is VERY likable. I found it poignant
Rackelle Tebechrany Probably half of them were lies
Prashant Vikal He's a celebrity, if he had been lying it would have been exposed by now. besides he got hospitalized due to depression/anxiety right after the show ended
If his hard life is part of why you like him, maybe consider it wouldn't have been so hard if he hadn't made foolish / idiotic decisions. He pretty clearly said he wanted a hard life. It's his own fault that he was drinking from puddles. I guess that might be the right way for him to become who he wants to be. Really, I suppose it's possible. Viewed simply, though, it looks like he's just dumb. Or foolish, or both. Or maybe masochistic. Hard life. Well, duh.
FuzzyElf I think it's all about the mental state he was in when he took this decision. And maybe at the time, it felt like the only way to be free. Did you never wish you had the guts to go out there and make your own decisions ? make your own way ? I think it took him some courage to do that. It's not dumb. It's just a different way to own your life. And as you said, he did manage to become who he wanted to be because he did it.
He lied a good freind of mine went to school with him in chinchilla, he was always well clothed and fed
2022 and still loving this performance! So annoying that deans cover for this song has been taken down...
Best aussie audition I've ever seen, deserves all the best!
He's the real inspiration for me !! Thx dean !! When i see you sing it well with the guitar,it really boost my confident !! Such a great talent you have !!
Watched Dean right from the beginning of Xfactor your a STAR ⭐️
The best part is how in shock he was, didn’t even realise how good he was.
😅 as a guitarist, he definitely knew how good he was, when you know you know..
I've watched many auditions in TH-cam....I Really like this one...For me this is one of the best audition.....LOVE IT Dean....Thank you for sharing your talent...MORE POWER ..& God Bless
I like his style...hope he goes far
I just love this song. Totally outstanding cover. Hope him all the best thing for his future.
Dean has got the voice, star quality and determination, love the way he plays guitar, Second Contestant Has got the potential, that’s how he made it to the grand final, He’s an awesome Rockstar. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
His voice, his looks, his guitar...he makes me feel all sorts of ways 😩
He is authentic in his own way, even when versioning a famous song, he makes it his own. I hope he makes a long way in this contest!
Hope Dean has made it far in his musical career really deserves it , what a talent 👍🏼💯
This is crazy 2020 still coming back to watch this vid
Possibly the best /coolest audition ever .. a real talent
Who else got full body *GOOSEBUMPS* when he started singing?
+SHYAM only gays
+cLiNiCk09 😂😂😂 you wasteman
oops.. haha..your mouth is full of waste.. watch ur mouth gay..nyahaha
lool worst comeback everr! HIT ME!
Played it countless times, such an epic 1st audition 🎉
The best I've seen on any of these shows.
He's so sweet. You can see his surprise at the applause from the crowd.
♥ ♥ ♥
i think he is born to be a rock star ! love it love it so much this guy !! perfect interpretation !!
Genius!!! Watched this so many times!!
This guy doesn't even need this show.
I can’t stop watching this audition it is insane!! I fricken love the shit out of it, got to be the best verse of this song to date 🤘🏻
still one of best auditions ever
Awesomely talented young man and a pleasure to listen to
SONG: Kim Carnes - Bette Davis Eyes
background song?
The Rolling Stones - Sympathy For The Devil
Jeff Stef no it’s not. It’s Chris Isaak baby did a bad bad thing. 🤷🏼♀️👏🏼
Thank you so much
I keep coming back to, cool style, great voice
2:13 Redfoo's reaction on this one: "Oh man he got its pick right there"
Man, I love this audition. A total surprize. Keep coming back, year after year.
He has got devilish looks but angelic smile.
He sang it so well :)
Absolutely brilliant best version of this song besides the original loved it loved him quality cool guy.
I fucking swooned nearly out my chair when I realized what he was singing
Never get old !! 2019 anyone?
this man is literal goals...