Shame-Based Man by Bruce McCulloch

Pros: it's funny because it's creepy
Cons: it's funny because it's creepy

What does it mean to be funny? Is funny a clever observation on the foibles of everyday life? Is it watching someone hurt himself in an embarrassing fashion? Is it a surreal, nonsensical reaction to societal norms? Is it grown men from Britain ...

Pros: Extremely funny, sarcastic wit
Cons: Can get a little dark at times...

As a long time fan of the TV show Kids in the Hall, I was anxiously awaiting Bruce McCulloch's comedy album, Shame Based Man. And it was definitely worth the wait. In fact, five years later, this album still hasn't gotten old. Unfortunately, Bruce has...

Pros: "Doors" "Stalking" "Eraserhead" "Not Happy"
Cons: I do have to admit this isn't as accessible as other stuff.

I'm a big fan of "Kids in the Hall," so when I saw this at the record store, I had to have it! It makes me wonder if the other members have albums their working on.

This album has a whole bunch of great bits on it ranging from a little odd,...

Pros: Wonderful balance of Comedy, commentary, and cynicism - as only Bruce could deliver.
Cons: If you just want comedy, the dark and serious parts might disturb you.

I know I put his dark and serious nature in the 'con' column, but that's only because it's likely to throw off a few listeners of the album. Myself, it's the dark and serious thrown into the light and witty that makes me love SHAME-BASED MAN, and...

Pros: brilliant, hilarious
Cons: none

I'm a fan of Kids in the Hall and that's why I got this album. I liked his work on the KiTH tv show and was very excited about the album. Shame-based Man did not disappoint. It's a work of genius by a great performer.
It's not all new material. Some...