Watching a comedy show can help you de-stress at the end of
the day, whether it’s live or televised. But how do you know whether the
comedian you’re going to see delivers the right comedy for you? This is where
we come in, by letting you know 10 comedians to watch out for. Let us know who
your favourite is in the comments below.
1) Richard Pryor
A massively influential force in stand-up comedy who could
quite easily be described as the greatest of all time, Richard Pryor is simply
essential viewing. An artist who hilariously captured the pain and difficulties
of life as it is lived, Pryor's work is also hugely memorable for its
incredible anecdotes and insights into a unique man with an extraordinary life.
2) George Carlin
From “Seven Words You Can Never Say On Television” to “A
Place for My Stuff”, George Carlin is another monumental figure in the history
of modern stand-up that has shaped the way, stand-up has grown over the decades.
Massively intelligent, with a tone that can shift from being fierce and fiery
too, silly and whimsical, there's always something with George Carlin to catch
your attention, make you think and make you laugh.
3) Dane Baptiste
Dane Baptiste is a hilarious UK comedian who was appeared on
BBC's Live At The Apollo and Mock The Week, and was nominated in 2014 for a
Comedy Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Since that time, Dane has
continued to please audiences all around with his personal insights and
incisive commentary. Join him as he expands his fan-base during his G.O.D
(Gold, Oil, Drugs) tour that continues through the rest of this year.
4) Stewart Lee
Not exactly cheerful but not like anyone else, either,
Stewart Lee's work goes against the grain but does so in a subtle yet stark
way. Content and opinion is only part of the puzzle with Lee though, as his
approach to stand-up is one that places a particular emphasis on rhythm and
style, taking you places you weren't sure stand-up could. Bold, surreal and
quiveringly funny.
5) Rhod Gilbert
One of the bigger acts to come out of the UK in the last
decade or so, Rhod Gilbert is now working to a steady schedule of well-suited
television shows and documentaries. Before all that, though, he was a shouty
comedian, loudly complaining about things he noticed in society and discussing
his anger issues. Not incapable of sophistication either, The Man With The
Battenburg Tattoo DVD performance shows his ability to create multi-layered,
story-driven comedy. Sit down, perhaps with the volume lowered slightly, and
get a dose of UK comedy at its best with Rhod.
6) Joan Rivers
The career of the late Joan Rivers was a lengthy one that
stretched over several decades. In that time, she became unmistakably
recognisable for her consistently punchy lines about all manner of irritations,
all delivered in her distinctive voice. Rude, abrasive and funny, a night-in
with the comedy of Joan Rivers is sure-fire entertainment.
7) Dave Chappelle
Arguably one of the most popular funny-men the US has to
offer, Dave Chappelle is a man who seems to have got right into the middle of
things in present-day America. His more recent Netflix stand-up has given us an impressive illustration of a top comedian going head-on into the melting pot of
the current US social and political picture.
8) Chris Rock
Another star of the stand-up world, Chris Rock is a
highly-respected master of the mic who commands any stage he walks onto. If
you're someone who hasn't yet put aside the time to watch one of Rock's shows,
do so soon. Chris Rock has a remarkable ability to mix wonderfully succinct
observations about politics and culture alongside brilliantly perceptive jokes
about relationships.
9) Robin Williams
Seeing a Robin Williams stand-up performance is something of
an experience. His pace, his energy and his sublime ability to craft gags that
work on both a cerebral and a purely funny level is really stunning.
Filled with unforgettable bits and wrapped-up in Williams' heroically wild
persona, this is guaranteed to give you the giggles.
10) Bill Hicks
A man to make your mind open, Hicks was a legend. A defiant
voice in the age of Regan, Bush Sr, and Clinton, before his death in 1994 Bill
Hicks seemed to wander through his own issues whilst confronting those in real
life, such as war and the economy, before reassuringly telling us that “It's
just a ride”. A true individual, Hicks made comedy that was both of its time
and timeless.
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