The Comedy Jam Season 1 Episode 5 Bert Kreischer, Scott Stapp and Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal; Taryn Manning and Phil Collen; Hal Sparks and Sebastian Bach
- TV-14
- April 19, 2017
- 21 min
The Comedy Jam is back with its first season's 5th episode, and it's bigger and better than ever before. The series features famous comedians sharing their favorite music tracks and performing in front of a live audience with a live band. The show hosts a lineup of comedians and celebrities who share their favorite tunes and stories, ultimately performing with a live band in front of a live audience.
In this episode, we see Bert Kreischer, Scott Stapp, and Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal, Taryn Manning and Phil Collen, and Hal Sparks and Sebastian Bach take the stage.
Bert Kreischer is the first act of the night, and he got his inspiration from the song 'Brass Monkey' by the Beastie Boys. He talks about taking LSD during a cruise trip to the Island of Cozumel. With a mix of comedy and story-telling, Bert gets the crowd going, and his energy is contagious.
Scott Stapp, the lead singer from Creed, then takes the stage. He goes with his song and talks about his band's journey to stardom. Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal, the Guns N' Roses guitarist, accompanies him on guitar, making this a once-in-a-lifetime performance. They finish strong, eliciting a standing ovation from the audience.
Taryn Manning, from TV series Orange Is The New Black, joins Phil Collen, well known for his work with the band Def Leppard. Their song choice was 'Kiss' by Prince. They display their musical talents by swapping vocals and playing guitar. Their energy and chemistry light up the room, making it hard for anyone not to move and groove along.
Last but not least, Hal Sparks from Queer As Folk teams up with the former skidrow frontman Sebastian Bach, to perform 'Youth Gone Wild'. He dominates the stage, showing why he's a great comedian. Bach's successful musical career fits perfectly into the show's concept, and his performance adds a unique level of rock and roll.
In between sets, The Comedy Jam features the comedians sharing fun facts and their personal experiences in music, which adds another layer of anecdotal humor to the show.
Overall, this episode 5 lineup presents a varied mix of genre and personalities, and the performances are one of a kind, showcasing the talent and the versatility of its performers. The Comedy Jam once again proves that music and comedy is a winning combination.