Probably some recency bias here (and he's not for everyone/rubs some the wrong way) but if it's possible to laugh out loud about addiction and recovery, our boy John is for you.
There's a bit in here about all the standups who came to his intervention that might be one of the funniest things I've ever seen. The level of self-awareness is (chef's kiss).
Jul 4, 2024
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watching ‘new in town’ with my sister who has never seen any of his specials. his cadence and ability to see the ridiculousness in everyday life is so special to me. still haven’t watched ‘baby J’
Mar 3, 2024
not a special technically and honestly new in town is my favorite but I thought I’d rec this instead cus who hasnt seen new in town, it’s top 3 specials of all time for me. But enough about that, this is a 20 minute set John did the year before he landed snl and it’s a bunch of material from his CD the top part but some of it is extended versions of those bits. really fascinating to see him where he was right before he lands snl and where he was as an artist. Any time im in a creative rut (specifically a Stand up rut) I’ll watch this and for some reason it lights a fire under me.
Sep 23, 2024
very basic answer i fear… i just love john mulaney. i like all his specials, but kid gorgeous has to be my favorite.
Sep 23, 2024
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The man responsible for dozens of Teenage Symphonies to God
"Sad songs about happy things" (the first time, as a kid, I can recall the sweet/sour combo of melodies that could make you cry attached to songs about endless, bottomless love)
I've long since lost track of how many weddings and funerals I've attended that have featured this song; suffice it to say, "a lot."
God only knows what we'd been without him 🙏🏻
Jun 11, 2025
May 22, 2025
Hey tyler hopefully this doesn’t violate some PI.FYI golden rule
But after nearly two years of writing, editing and arguing, my book about the EP is coming out in May and can be preordered here:
https://hozacrecords.com/product/aifl/
The book is about the origins, history and cultural impact of the EP since these little objects first started coming out in the 50s.
Over 50 of my music biz friends then helped me shape the list and review the top 200 ever released, according to us (ha).
For those of you who are into this kind of geekery/snobbery, I can’t wait to hear what you think. A labor of love, as all books are! ❤️
Mar 27, 2024