Check out this wonderful artwork of Bill. By Artillery Design.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Thursday, January 26, 2012
University Times article - Remember, You Are Unique; Just like Everyone Else
Robert Grant
Staff Writer
In a now famous stand-up routine, Bill Hicks, the viciously articulate comedian, begins a section of his show with an unusual imperative to all those involved in marketing and advertising. His advice? “Kill yourselves”. Of course, the audience laughs along, assuming this to be just another piece of shocking rhetoric Bill is known for. But he goes on:
Seriously though, if you are, do. Ah, no really, there’s no rationalisation for what you do and you are Satan’s little helpers. Okay – Kill yourself, seriously. You are the ruiner of all things good, seriously. No this is not a joke, you’re going “there is going to be a joke coming” there’s no fucking joke coming.
At this point one begins to suspect that Bill’s routine is descending into a rather mean, hate-filled rant. However, as with all great comedians, he averts this danger by revealing a piercingly perceptive critique of contemporary society. He continues:
Staff Writer
In a now famous stand-up routine, Bill Hicks, the viciously articulate comedian, begins a section of his show with an unusual imperative to all those involved in marketing and advertising. His advice? “Kill yourselves”. Of course, the audience laughs along, assuming this to be just another piece of shocking rhetoric Bill is known for. But he goes on:
Seriously though, if you are, do. Ah, no really, there’s no rationalisation for what you do and you are Satan’s little helpers. Okay – Kill yourself, seriously. You are the ruiner of all things good, seriously. No this is not a joke, you’re going “there is going to be a joke coming” there’s no fucking joke coming.
At this point one begins to suspect that Bill’s routine is descending into a rather mean, hate-filled rant. However, as with all great comedians, he averts this danger by revealing a piercingly perceptive critique of contemporary society. He continues:
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
WTF - Ralphie May talks about opening for Marc Maron & Bill Hicks
Stand up Ralphie May appears on Marc Maron's WTF podcast and talks about opening for Marc and Bill.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Monday, January 16, 2012
APPETITE FOR DISRUPTION: A TRIBUTE TO BILL HICKS ON HIS 50TH BIRTHDAY
Tribute Article posted on www.fastcocreate.com
In the '90s What’s Up With That? Seinfeld era of pre-#firstworldproblems observational humor, Bill Hicks was a bristling outlier. What was up with Bill Hicks, really, was his rage. He railed against the evils of corporate greed, was outraged over consumer complacency, fought vehemently for the freedom of expression, and was deeply offended by the criminal unfunniness of Jay Leno. (No doubt, 20 years on, you can relate to one, if not all, of these trangressions.)
Much of his work has been made available over the years, but Rykodisc just released a new EP of previously unreleased material, in honor of his 50th birthday today, with plans for the definitive box set in mid-January.
While alive, his charged diatribes (which made up for in passion what they sometimes lacked in cohesion) were aggravating and off-putting to mainstream audiences, as evidenced by an infamous appearance (or rather, non-appearance) with on David Letterman that was rectified years later by the late-night host.
Much of his work has been made available over the years, but Rykodisc just released a new EP of previously unreleased material, in honor of his 50th birthday today, with plans for the definitive box set in mid-January.
While alive, his charged diatribes (which made up for in passion what they sometimes lacked in cohesion) were aggravating and off-putting to mainstream audiences, as evidenced by an infamous appearance (or rather, non-appearance) with on David Letterman that was rectified years later by the late-night host.
Friday, January 13, 2012
The Foxes - Bill Hicks
The official music video to The Foxes 'Bill Hicks' This is a humble dedication to a man we love and respect. We miss you Bill! This video was made with our own money and the love and support of the Hicks family, who we thank.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Life is like a ride by Dimitris Ladopoulos
Beautiful little animation using Bill's It's just a ride" speech. Not sure why he used David Icke quoting Bill to switch back and forth, I think it works though.
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