Five Very Underrated Comedians
These five chaps may be under your radar but they'll still have you in hysterics.
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Don't let England's lack of sunshine depress you; we have the perfect
solution to gloomy blues. Track these people down, go out and laugh
your pants off (preferably outerwear, as laughing your underwear off
may get you into a bit of trouble). You'll thank us for it, especially
when you don't get arrested for indecent exposure.
Andrew Maxwell
Despite numerous TV appearances, Andrew Maxwell is a first, for Itchy. This Irish stand-up comic looks and acts like a drunk, unhinged skater boy. Maxwell applauds his own entrance on stage to slightly baffled crowds, and despite being easily distracted he is endlessly witty, and evidently conducts extensive research on each town he visits. He good-naturedly abuses its inhabitants before leaving them slightly confused but wanting more. Try to see him in a local setting, as his individuality and attention to detail for each gig is what got him up here in the first place.
Keith Carter
This Liverpool-based funny man is best known by comedy worshippers for his alter-ego 'Nige', a slightly deranged and horrendously stereotypical 'scally' that will even have Scousers laughing in their seats. Constantly moving, and hitting nerves, throughout his exaggerated set, 'Nige' plays guitar, sings emotional songs about Toblerone, and indulges in quick-witted parodies, observed whilst living his life as 'King of the Dole'. So convincing, Keith has even been reprimanded off stage for Nige's lifestyle - his act, bordering on a theatrical performance, is so seamless that people fall hook, line and sinker for this scruffy 'tramp' in a tracksuit, like.
Rob Rouse
Ex geography teacher Rob charms his audience with his boyish enthusiasm and hyperactivity. His set screams originality, as he takes to the stage to highlight the dangers of 'Geography Addiction', before acting out the art of 'vajazzling', keeping his set very current, and very interactive. Feeding off his audience, he apologises for his language and content (bowel movements and potty training) as even he can be surprised at what rears its head. Often abandoning his microphone at intimate gigs, he regales anecdotes about his wife and toddler, inviting the audience into his quirky world.
Silky
The name certainly does not describe the balding, eccentrically dressed man in front of you, who, as he puts it, would look more at home peering into your bathroom window. His image, however, is married perfectly with his brand of comedy. Somewhat of a legend on the underground scene, Silky goes where the crowd leads him, showcasing his intelligence by throwing them random facts about their origins which he could not have rehearsed. Highly-skilled on the guitar, Silky will then treat his audience to a Silky smash hit, such as ”I've Got a Pig's Head“. Stand-up in its purest form.
Seymour Mace
Looking far more like a Geography teacher than Rob Rouse, Seymour Mace could be Silky's long lost but equally entertaining brother. Finding humour in all aspects of life, this weird and wonderful Geordie uses biblical events to explain how ostriches and eagles came about (who knew chickens had it in them?!) and dismisses 'the Facebook' in a similar fashion to our grandparents. His inventive and unique style of comedy lets the audience delve into his sometimes dark and twisted mind, leaving them slightly bewildered, always laughing, and somewhat curious as to where he came from; Noah's Ark perhaps?
Ta dah! Your guide to warding off the winter blues. Take a coat, we won't be held responsible for colds.
Rebecca Ferran
Andrew Maxwell
Despite numerous TV appearances, Andrew Maxwell is a first, for Itchy. This Irish stand-up comic looks and acts like a drunk, unhinged skater boy. Maxwell applauds his own entrance on stage to slightly baffled crowds, and despite being easily distracted he is endlessly witty, and evidently conducts extensive research on each town he visits. He good-naturedly abuses its inhabitants before leaving them slightly confused but wanting more. Try to see him in a local setting, as his individuality and attention to detail for each gig is what got him up here in the first place.
Keith Carter
This Liverpool-based funny man is best known by comedy worshippers for his alter-ego 'Nige', a slightly deranged and horrendously stereotypical 'scally' that will even have Scousers laughing in their seats. Constantly moving, and hitting nerves, throughout his exaggerated set, 'Nige' plays guitar, sings emotional songs about Toblerone, and indulges in quick-witted parodies, observed whilst living his life as 'King of the Dole'. So convincing, Keith has even been reprimanded off stage for Nige's lifestyle - his act, bordering on a theatrical performance, is so seamless that people fall hook, line and sinker for this scruffy 'tramp' in a tracksuit, like.
Rob Rouse
Ex geography teacher Rob charms his audience with his boyish enthusiasm and hyperactivity. His set screams originality, as he takes to the stage to highlight the dangers of 'Geography Addiction', before acting out the art of 'vajazzling', keeping his set very current, and very interactive. Feeding off his audience, he apologises for his language and content (bowel movements and potty training) as even he can be surprised at what rears its head. Often abandoning his microphone at intimate gigs, he regales anecdotes about his wife and toddler, inviting the audience into his quirky world.
Silky
The name certainly does not describe the balding, eccentrically dressed man in front of you, who, as he puts it, would look more at home peering into your bathroom window. His image, however, is married perfectly with his brand of comedy. Somewhat of a legend on the underground scene, Silky goes where the crowd leads him, showcasing his intelligence by throwing them random facts about their origins which he could not have rehearsed. Highly-skilled on the guitar, Silky will then treat his audience to a Silky smash hit, such as ”I've Got a Pig's Head“. Stand-up in its purest form.
Seymour Mace
Looking far more like a Geography teacher than Rob Rouse, Seymour Mace could be Silky's long lost but equally entertaining brother. Finding humour in all aspects of life, this weird and wonderful Geordie uses biblical events to explain how ostriches and eagles came about (who knew chickens had it in them?!) and dismisses 'the Facebook' in a similar fashion to our grandparents. His inventive and unique style of comedy lets the audience delve into his sometimes dark and twisted mind, leaving them slightly bewildered, always laughing, and somewhat curious as to where he came from; Noah's Ark perhaps?
Ta dah! Your guide to warding off the winter blues. Take a coat, we won't be held responsible for colds.
Rebecca Ferran
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