Ep 2. New Cup

In Flight Of The Conchords season 2 episode 2, entitled "New Cup," the hapless New Zealand duo of Jemaine Clement and Bret McKenzie continue their struggling musical career in New York City. This episode finds the duo attempting to write a new song, but they become distracted when they are offered a gig at a local bar.

As they prepare for the gig, they discover that the bar's owner, Doug, has recently obtained a new trophy, the "New Cup," which has become the bar's centerpiece. Jemaine and Bret become obsessed with the cup, which they view as a symbol of success. They begin to compete with each other to see who can come up with the best song to win over Doug and win the cup.

The episode focuses on the frustrations the duo experiences as they try to create the perfect song. They deal with writer's block and struggle to find the right words and melody. Meanwhile, their personal lives become intertwined with their musical one when Bret begins to flirt with the barmaid, Coco.

The humor in the episode comes from the duo's absurd attempts to create a hit song, including the use of a toy keyboard and the incorporation of nonsensical lyrics. They also resort to sabotage in an effort to one-up each other, such as Bret interrupting Jemaine's song with a kazoo solo.

As the gig approaches, tensions rise between the two friends. They must resolve their differences if they are going to perform as a duo. In the end, the episode emphasizes the importance of collaboration and the power of friendship.

Overall, "New Cup" is a hilarious and relatable episode for anyone who has experienced the frustration of trying to create something while competing against a friend or colleague. The episode showcases the unique style of Flight Of The Conchords, which blends deadpan humor with clever musical parodies. This episode is a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone who enjoys irreverent, offbeat comedy.