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Frank Sidebottom
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Frank Sidebottom was the stage name and persona of the English comedian and musician Chris Sievey (1956–2010). The character was instantly … read moreFrank Sidebottom was the stage name and persona of the English comedian and musician Chris Sievey (1956–2010). The character was instantly recognisable by his spherical head, styled like an early Max Fleischer cartoon. This was initially… read moreFrank Sidebottom was the stage name and persona of the English comedian and musician Chris Sievey (1956–2010). The character was instantly recognisable by his spherical head, styled like an early Max Fleischer cartoon. This was initially made from papier-mâché, but later rebuilt out of fibreglass… read more -
Peter Cook
5,363 listeners
Peter Cook is the name of two artists, the by far most famous being the English satirist listed as #1. 1. Peter Edward Cook (17 November 19… read morePeter Cook is the name of two artists, the by far most famous being the English satirist listed as #1. 1. Peter Edward Cook (17 November 1937 – 9 January 1995) was an English satirist, writer and comedian who is widely regarded as the le… read morePeter Cook is the name of two artists, the by far most famous being the English satirist listed as #1. 1. Peter Edward Cook (17 November 1937 – 9 January 1995) was an English satirist, writer and comedian who is widely regarded as the leading figure in the British satire boom of the 1960s. He has… read more -
Jake Thackray
19,502 listeners
Jake Thackray (27 February, 1938 - 24 December, 2002) was a singer-songwriter in the tradition of French chansonniers such as his friend an… read moreJake Thackray (27 February, 1938 - 24 December, 2002) was a singer-songwriter in the tradition of French chansonniers such as his friend and inspiration Georges Brassens. Born in Yorkshire and educated at the highly respected University … read moreJake Thackray (27 February, 1938 - 24 December, 2002) was a singer-songwriter in the tradition of French chansonniers such as his friend and inspiration Georges Brassens. Born in Yorkshire and educated at the highly respected University of Durham, Thackray became a teacher in the early 1960s and … read more -
Spike Milligan
8,542 listeners
Terrence Alan "Spike" Milligan (16 April 1918 - 27 February 2002) was a renowned Anglo-Irish comic, poet and surrealist. Widely … read moreTerrence Alan "Spike" Milligan (16 April 1918 - 27 February 2002) was a renowned Anglo-Irish comic, poet and surrealist. Widely regarded as the Godfather of British Comedy, he is best known for his work on The Goon Show with Harry Secombe and Peter Sellers. Not so well known is that he… read more -
Peter Sellers
24,558 listeners
Richard Henry "Peter" Sellers, CBE (8 September 1925 – 24 July 1980) was an English comedian, actor, and performer, who came to p… read moreRichard Henry "Peter" Sellers, CBE (8 September 1925 – 24 July 1980) was an English comedian, actor, and performer, who came to prominence on the BBC radio series The Goon Show and later became a film star. He is regarded by ma… read moreRichard Henry "Peter" Sellers, CBE (8 September 1925 – 24 July 1980) was an English comedian, actor, and performer, who came to prominence on the BBC radio series The Goon Show and later became a film star. He is regarded by many as one of the best actors of his generation. Sellers was … read more -
Bernard Cribbins
25,876 listeners
Bernard Cribbins (born 29 December 1928 in Oldham, Lancashire, died 27 July 2022) was an English character actor and musical comedian. Earl… read moreBernard Cribbins (born 29 December 1928 in Oldham, Lancashire, died 27 July 2022) was an English character actor and musical comedian. Early in his career, he released a number of comedy records, including "Right Said Fred" — i… read moreBernard Cribbins (born 29 December 1928 in Oldham, Lancashire, died 27 July 2022) was an English character actor and musical comedian. Early in his career, he released a number of comedy records, including "Right Said Fred" — in which a group of workmen struggle to move a large unspecif… read more -
Kunt and the Gang
10,566 listeners
Kunt and the Gang is a UK band fronted by lead singer and keyboardist Kunt and featuring puppet sidekick, Little Kunt. They originate from … read moreKunt and the Gang is a UK band fronted by lead singer and keyboardist Kunt and featuring puppet sidekick, Little Kunt. They originate from Basildon, Essex, England (most famous for Depeche Mode, Yazoo and paedophiddlia). Kunt and the Gan… read moreKunt and the Gang is a UK band fronted by lead singer and keyboardist Kunt and featuring puppet sidekick, Little Kunt. They originate from Basildon, Essex, England (most famous for Depeche Mode, Yazoo and paedophiddlia). Kunt and the Gang 's songs take a light-hearted approach to many modern… read more -
Adam & Joe
7,706 listeners
Adam Buxton and Joe Cornish garnered themselves a cult following, especially among young twenty-somethings, in the 90’s due to their unique… read moreAdam Buxton and Joe Cornish garnered themselves a cult following, especially among young twenty-somethings, in the 90’s due to their unique comedic view on pop culture. Although the two comedians were involved in other projects before an… read moreAdam Buxton and Joe Cornish garnered themselves a cult following, especially among young twenty-somethings, in the 90’s due to their unique comedic view on pop culture. Although the two comedians were involved in other projects before and after it was aired, their eponymous TV show “The Adam &… read more -
Derek and Clive
12,811 listeners
Derek and Clive is a double act of comedic characters created by Dudley Moore (Derek) and Peter Cook (Clive) in the 1970s. The performances… read moreDerek and Clive is a double act of comedic characters created by Dudley Moore (Derek) and Peter Cook (Clive) in the 1970s. The performances were captured on the records Derek and Clive (Live) (1976), Derek and Clive Come Again (1977), an… read moreDerek and Clive is a double act of comedic characters created by Dudley Moore (Derek) and Peter Cook (Clive) in the 1970s. The performances were captured on the records Derek and Clive (Live) (1976), Derek and Clive Come Again (1977), and Derek and Clive Ad Nauseam (1978), as well as in a film do… read more -
Neil Innes
14,600 listeners
Neil Innes (born Neil James Innes on 9 December 1944 in Danbury, Essex; died 29 December 2019) was an English writer and performer of comic… read moreNeil Innes (born Neil James Innes on 9 December 1944 in Danbury, Essex; died 29 December 2019) was an English writer and performer of comic songs, best known for his collaborative work with Monty Python, and for playing in The Bonzo Dog … read moreNeil Innes (born Neil James Innes on 9 December 1944 in Danbury, Essex; died 29 December 2019) was an English writer and performer of comic songs, best known for his collaborative work with Monty Python, and for playing in The Bonzo Dog Band and later The Rutles. Attending Goldsmiths College, Lon… read more