Conan O'brien: Human Tetris (Hole in the Wall)
Hole in the Wall (Conan O'brien 5/08)
Hole in the Wall (Conan O'brien 5/08)
Labels: (TV), Conan O'brien
Triumph, the Insult Comic Dog is a puppet created and performed by Robert Smigel premiering in 1997 on NBC's Late Night with Conan O'Brien best known for mocking celebrities. Triumph was identified in the early appearances as a Serbian Mountain Hound. Triumph often puffs a cigar, which usually falls out of his mouth when he begins speaking. The crudeness of the puppetry behind Triumph — Smigel's arm is often clearly visible in the shot — has added to the character's popularity.
Here are several clips of Triumph from various TV appearances:
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog in Quebec
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog - American Idol Part 1
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog - American Idol Part 2
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog - Daily show
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog - Eminem Fiasco
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog - Star Wars Nerds
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog - 8 Mile Spoof
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog - Graduation Speech
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog - Hollywood Squares
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog - Hollywood Tour
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog - The White House
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog - Pets.com Press Conference
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog - TV Funhouse
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog at Westminster Dog Show
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog - Bon Jovi Concert
Triumph, The Insult Comic Dog at the Michael Jackson Trial
Labels: (TV), Triumph the Insult Comic Dog
Here is footage from the best TV show of all time. This two episode clips show (split into four parts) aired in the 9th season of Seinfeld, it's basically a compilation of all the best moments of the show.
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Though I'm opposed to the existence of a show that showcases some of the worst talent in the country and forces them to do horrible versions of some of the most cherished songs across the world, I do watch the show out of curiosity. I'm curious as to why one show is more popular than another, and this particular show is by far the most popular show since its inception.
That being said, Jason Castro seemed to have the best taste in and seemed the most knowledgeable about music. Though he clearly did not possess the level of professional experience many of the other singers had on the show, he did seem to be one of the more musically adept contestants. He wasn't cool, but he was considerably cooler than the other fake shit-heads on the show, additionally, he seemed completely inebriated and glassy eyed, suggesting that he was completely stoned the entire time he was on the show.
Out of all the talent on the show, I thought Jason Castro had the best vocal style; he did not possess the technical vocal skill others might have had, but he did know how to make a song sound nice and stylish. Also, he has a naturally nice and unique sounding voice.
Though I hate the show with a passion, I found myself kinda rooting for the dude, sorry to see him leave the show.
The Lovin' Spoonful - Daydream
Andy Gibb - I Just Want to Be Your Everything
Leonard Cohen / Jeff Buckley - Hallelujah
The Beatles - If I Fell
The Beatles - Michelle
Sting - Fragile
Dolly Parton - Travelin' Thru
Israel Kamakawiwo'ole - Over the Rainbow
Mariah Carey - I Don't Wanna Cry
Cats - Memory
Neil Diamond - Forever in Blue Jeans
Neil Diamond - September Morn
Bob Marley - I Shot the Sheriff
Bob Dylan - Mr. Tambourine Man
Labels: (TV), American Idol