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Post by Lump on Dec 8, 2010 19:43:34 GMT -8
I'm not a comedy guy, and I've never spent more than two consecutive minutes in the comedy tent, but either of these would have me considering skipping a musical act. Well, Hamburger just for the ridiculous factor, but Watts is an amazing talent. And when I say I'm not a comedy guy, I mean I don't watch it on TV or listen to comedy albums. I still like comedy. Its a good place to relax when you have one of those years that it hits almost 100 degrees outside and your face is melting, not because of the psychedelics, but because of the scorching heat/lack of shade. But if you are going to relax in the comedy tent, please be considerate please make room for are those who are actually there for comedy.
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Post by Lump on Dec 8, 2010 19:44:40 GMT -8
And now that the Hangover happened, I wouldn't want anyone to get their hopes up too much about Zachy G (although with it being the 10th anniversary, who knows)
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Post by ComesWithASword on Dec 8, 2010 20:04:26 GMT -8
I don't find galifinakis to be that funny anymore. I think he's to worried about alienating his new fanbase. Can't blame him, dude needs a paycheck and I don't think the hangover boosted the sale of dvds/cds that much.
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Post by Lump on Dec 8, 2010 20:13:31 GMT -8
Ah, I haven't seen any of his standup post-Hangover, what's different about it?
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Post by musicfiend087 on Dec 9, 2010 7:05:50 GMT -8
Rainn Wilson! Harland Williams would probably do well there too.
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Post by Drew on Dec 9, 2010 8:37:22 GMT -8
Galifinakis' Between Two Ferns is really really funny
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Post by Horned Gramma on Dec 9, 2010 8:58:01 GMT -8
Rainn Wilson needs to eat a bowl of dicks. We got plenty enough of him in '08.
I go see Doug Benson every opportunity I get. That guy makes me laugh, a lot. And I give him weed food after the show so there is mutual respect.
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Post by Lump on Dec 9, 2010 11:53:52 GMT -8
I need to check his show out, especially since Thomas Lennon, Michael Ian Black and probably a lot of other people I like show up on his show.
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Post by Geoff on Dec 9, 2010 13:41:29 GMT -8
Galifinakis' Between Two Ferns is really really funny Drew! We agree on something! <3
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Post by ComesWithASword on Dec 9, 2010 14:17:52 GMT -8
Ah, I haven't seen any of his standup post-Hangover, what's different about it? I don't know, I feel like he's pandering to what people think "Zach Galifinakis" is since the hangover, due date, etc. It's still the same type of act, just with jokes that appeal to a broader audience, and as such aren't as funny. He's found something that's working for him and he's milking it for everything it's worth, so i guess i miss the variety of his older stuff. The between two ferns stuff is okay in parts, i guess.
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Post by Drew on Dec 9, 2010 15:12:16 GMT -8
Galifinakis' Between Two Ferns is really really funny Drew! We agree on something! <3 *fist pump*
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Post by Lump on Dec 9, 2010 17:27:33 GMT -8
Ah, I haven't seen any of his standup post-Hangover, what's different about it? I don't know, I feel like he's pandering to what people think "Zach Galifinakis" is since the hangover, due date, etc. It's still the same type of act, just with jokes that appeal to a broader audience, and as such aren't as funny. He's found something that's working for him and he's milking it for everything it's worth, so i guess i miss the variety of his older stuff. The between two ferns stuff is okay in parts, i guess. That kills me inside a little bit. I would think if anybody would be able to keep from outside influence, it'd be him. I guess from a business standpoint, it's a great idea, but at the same time, I feel like he should be taking advantage of having a new audience and using the old act on them, since it'll seem fresh to those people. I think they'd still enjoy that. That's just me though. I also figured he was too busy doing movies these days to even do standup, where'd you see 'em?
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Post by Horned Gramma on Dec 9, 2010 17:31:50 GMT -8
I bet by the time a comedian has been making a living doing stand-up long enough to get a movie deal they're more than happy to rest on their laurels for a little while.
One of my favorite quotes is from Steve Martin, who said "I make some films because they are good films, and I make some films because I like to buy paintings."
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Post by know ID yuh on Dec 9, 2010 20:44:28 GMT -8
I'm not a comedy guy, and I've never spent more than two consecutive minutes in the comedy tent, but either of these would have me considering skipping a musical act. Well, Hamburger just for the ridiculous factor, but Watts is an amazing talent. And when I say I'm not a comedy guy, I mean I don't watch it on TV or listen to comedy albums. I still like comedy. You should do that. Just don't do like I do occasionally and listen to comedy albums on your ipod on the street. I end up not being able to control my laughter and looking insane. And though all his talent seems to revolve around comedy, Reggie Watts has so much more to him, too (this is proof, to fully get the gist of his talent, pretty much everything he does is off the cuff, not pre-planned, and i'm pretty sure this is one of those things): And Neil Hamburger is the epitome of anti-comedy. Just saw him for the first time last Saturday opening for Tim and Eric. The only sad thing is it's kinda not the same now that people actually appreciate him and don't boo him off the stage. Listen to "Hot February Night" and there's an example of the full Neil Hamburger experience. Watts basically did a shorter version of his electronic beat boxing when I saw him, and talked a lot about improvisation. He told a couple hilarious stories about his popularity (or lack thereof) as a child growing up. The cool kids referred to him as "their clown," and even though I'm sure he's told many variations of the story, it seemed like he really was making shit up as he went. As for Neil, I just really like his Zipper Schtick. LOLs all around.
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Post by Lump on Dec 11, 2010 12:08:00 GMT -8
Yeah, I just saw Reggie for the first time in September, and I could definitely believe it's all at the top of his head.
And gotta love Neil, right before checking this again, I just found out he's coming to Charleston in February, so that makes me happy. I would post this in the upcoming dates thread, but this seems to only be a southeast tour.
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Post by methodacting on Dec 11, 2010 19:09:09 GMT -8
I would give up my middle nut if they could snag Louis CK. Hell yeah! Louis CK is awesome!
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Post by methodacting on Dec 11, 2010 19:12:19 GMT -8
1) Norm Macdonald 2) Lous CK 3) Joe Rogan 4) Adam Carolla 5) Nick Swardson 6) Dave Attell
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Post by Friendly Destroyer on Dec 11, 2010 22:41:06 GMT -8
I would give up my middle nut if they could snag Louis CK. Anatomy.
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Post by Friendly Destroyer on Dec 11, 2010 22:42:56 GMT -8
Also he ain't worth extra testicular trauma.
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Post by Tom on Dec 12, 2010 10:10:46 GMT -8
1) Norm Macdonald 2) Lous CK - Yes 3) Joe Rogan - Maybe 4) Adam Carolla - Never going to happen 5) Nick Swardson - Maybe 6) Dave Attell - Maybe
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