February 17, 2010

Bo Burnham: Boyish Good Looks & A Foul Mouth

Robert "Bo" Burnham is a young comedian from Hamilton, Massachusetts. Burnham began writing comedic songs and performing them in his bedroom for an audience of one, a video camera.  In 2006, his audience grew as these videos became internet sensations on Youtube.  Performing live shows got Burnham into the stand-up comedy circuit, where his songs and personality won over fans. 

Bo made his television debut in August 2008 with his half hour stand-up special on Comedy Central.  His self-titled full length CD was released in March 2009.

Hit songs include "I'm Bo Yo", a first hand account in "High School Party", and the ever controversial yet hilarious "Klan Kookout".  Smart, witty, and hysterical, Burnham's songs will keep you laughing even after the hundredth time you've listened to them. 

I bought Bo's album the minute it came out and have not stopped listening to it nearly a year later.  Every time I listen to the songs I discover new puns and am laughing like it's the first time I've heard the song.  Not only are his songs hilarious, but they are also really catchy.  I highly recommend checking out Bo Burnham, and if you like him, be sure to pick up his self-titled CD/DVD.
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3 comments:

  1. A.J.February 19, 2010 at 10:21 AM

    Interesting how youtube can make you famous now, but I've listened to him before and he's a pretty funny guy.

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  2. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2010 at 10:27 AM

    Love this guy--I'm a sucker for good puns, and he always delivers.

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2010 at 10:28 AM

    It's nice to know how a comedian gets famous especially since it is a pretty difficult career to progress in.

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