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[–] burroughs 0 points 6 points (+6|-0) ago  (edited ago)

Carlin really nailed the social commentary. This early to late 90s period, I think, was probably his best. Fans of Carlin are probably already aware of these two, but if you're not, make sure to check out Lenny Bruce and Bill Hicks...equally sharp wit that never seems dated.

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[–] pissoff 0 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago 

I second Bill Hicks and will check out Lenny Bruce

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADZkD9mN60Y Bill Hicks Revelations

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[–] burroughs 0 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago 

Yeah, he was sort of the "starting point" because he started in the 50s. His albums were really great...this isn't him at his most political but I think it's his tightest live performance...at least put to record. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1edm2x5gx9Q

Then, this is one of his more controversial bits that led to some obscenity charges. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyY5rBvD0LI...To is a Preposition, Come is a Verb