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| 1. And Now On Radio 4... | |||
| 2. The Missing Cauliflower | |||
| 3. Mr. Clarke, The Chemist | |||
| 4. TV licensing | |||
| 5. Interview With The Monthly Advertiser | |||
| 6. Book Launch At Wilf Taylors' Master Butchers | |||
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| Disc: 2 | |||
| 1. And Now On Radio 4... | |||
| 2. Fly On A Pork Chop | |||
| 3. Radio Play Rehersal | |||
| 4. Tea Break | |||
| 5. Lunch Break With Patrick | |||
| 6. Count Arthur Strong Sings Karaoke | |||
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| Disc: 3 | |||
| 1. And Now On Radio 4... | |||
| 2. Count Arthur Strongagov | |||
| 3. A Nightmare In Nottingham | |||
| 4. The Price Of A Scouring Pad | |||
| 5. The Audition | |||
| 6. Fourth Floor? | |||
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53 of 54 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Before I get started properly I would just like to echo Steve's comments below. I too stumbled across this show by accident on BBC Radio 4 and was immediately captivated by both the character, (a has-been D-list 'celebrity' full of his own self-importance), and his bumbling (bungling?) delivery that makes you wince whenever you hear it, yet at the same time draws you in. The sequence where he is trying to get access to a building through an electronic door entry system for example is hilarious, as is Arthur using the customer helpline of a domestic appliance manufacturer when he needs assistance in trying to operate his new 'toaster'.
Count Arthur is one of those people who has never heard the phrase 'When you find yourself in a hole, stop digging', although even if he had heard it, he would always misquote it anyway.
A cross between a male Hylda Baker and David Brent from 'The Office', Count Arthur Strong is well worth purchasing, especially if you are into the Harry Hill (or even Harry Worth) style of comedy. As Steve also said in his review, some episodes are better than others, (as they are in any comedy series), but the good ones are so good, this alone makes it a must-have as far as I'm concerned.
I don't understand why the Beeb didn't put this out themselves, but well done Gott Discs.....
Recommended.
Count Arthur is one of those people who has never heard the phrase 'When you find yourself in a hole, stop digging', although even if he had heard it, he would always misquote it anyway.
A cross between a male Hylda Baker and David Brent from 'The Office', Count Arthur Strong is well worth purchasing, especially if you are into the Harry Hill (or even Harry Worth) style of comedy. As Steve also said in his review, some episodes are better than others, (as they are in any comedy series), but the good ones are so good, this alone makes it a must-have as far as I'm concerned.
I don't understand why the Beeb didn't put this out themselves, but well done Gott Discs.....
Recommended.
76 of 78 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a 3 CD set of six broadcasts Count Arthur Strong made in front of a live audience at Komedia, Brighton, which were subsequently broadcast on Radio 4. Like many people, I came across the Count by accident, listening to one of these broadcasts.
It is a little difficult to actually describe Arthur's style. Well past his prime as an Entertainer, he still succeeds in amusing by his penchant for picking not quite the right word- `I am a celibate-err- celebrity-Oh Heck!'. His regular, strangely compelling, visits to the local butchers were caught live, as was his celebrated talk to the Women's Institute, preceded by a little confusion with the taxi driver regarding the pickup time. There was also some confusion regarding exactly what play (The Cherry Orchard?) was being rehearsed for a BBC broadcast, but that turns out to have been a dream. Or was it?? In fact, there's an awful lot of confusion about, not least regarding Arthur's call to the helpline regarding his toaster, which seems to have an instruction booklet for a video recorder.. And then there's the incident with the man from the Television Licensing Department (`Watch that light!' cries Arthur, too late)...
Not all six episodes are equally funny, but they are all deeply entertaining. Somehow I kept wondering if Count Arthur was the secret love child of Alan Partridge and Margaret Thatcher, but that can't be true, oh no.
Do buy this modestly priced set; it will help the Count continue making his piccalilli in these, his twilight years.
Bizarrely, Amazon have categorised this CD set under `Popular Music', not `Books/Audiobooks' which is surely its proper home. But then again, maybe Count Arthur had a say in the matter...
It is a little difficult to actually describe Arthur's style. Well past his prime as an Entertainer, he still succeeds in amusing by his penchant for picking not quite the right word- `I am a celibate-err- celebrity-Oh Heck!'. His regular, strangely compelling, visits to the local butchers were caught live, as was his celebrated talk to the Women's Institute, preceded by a little confusion with the taxi driver regarding the pickup time. There was also some confusion regarding exactly what play (The Cherry Orchard?) was being rehearsed for a BBC broadcast, but that turns out to have been a dream. Or was it?? In fact, there's an awful lot of confusion about, not least regarding Arthur's call to the helpline regarding his toaster, which seems to have an instruction booklet for a video recorder.. And then there's the incident with the man from the Television Licensing Department (`Watch that light!' cries Arthur, too late)...
Not all six episodes are equally funny, but they are all deeply entertaining. Somehow I kept wondering if Count Arthur was the secret love child of Alan Partridge and Margaret Thatcher, but that can't be true, oh no.
Do buy this modestly priced set; it will help the Count continue making his piccalilli in these, his twilight years.
Bizarrely, Amazon have categorised this CD set under `Popular Music', not `Books/Audiobooks' which is surely its proper home. But then again, maybe Count Arthur had a say in the matter...
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I am an avid fan of Count Arthur Strong, and have seen him many times live. His humour is off the wall / old buffer style. He is best when recalling his days in show biz along with his memories of has been artistes like Jimmy Clitheroe and Pete Murray.I am pleased he is being more appreciated by exposure on the radio. This cd is a good flavour of Arthur, and I agree there are good and not so good bits on it. For an addict like me it is great to hear him any time and even find myself using his catch phrases! A very enjoyable cd. If you like this one visit the Count Arthur Strong website where the forgotten Egypt cd is the funniest one of all. Even better see him live as the visual is hilarious.
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As funny as root canal work
This is a quite remarkable programme. It manages to become even less funy every time i am unfortunate enough to hear it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Rich
A COMPLETELY FARCICAL MUST HAVE!!!
Ever since first stumbling upon count Arthur I've had the feeling that he's due to storm the perrier (or whatever they are these days) comedy awards!
He Rants he raves... Read more
He Rants he raves... Read more
Published 4 months ago by J. Spennewyn
quality
Currenty the funniest yet tragic comedian on the airways, Cant wait for further material
I have all his other radio shows and cannot reccommend them enough. Read more
I have all his other radio shows and cannot reccommend them enough. Read more
Published 6 months ago by shotty
A Showbusiness Legend
Count Arthur is a genius. No other all round entertainer comes close to his talent. Whether acting, buying meat, auditioning or mentoring a young would-be actor, he is the... Read more
Published on 4 Mar 2010 by pamelabud
A masterpiece
I have, in a very short time, acquired all the CD's of Count Arthur Strong. Considering that Delaney is also the scriptwriter, I'd say that this is comedy of a very high standard... Read more
Published on 13 Feb 2010 by monkeyspank
But this or I'll knock your bleeding block off!
What a delight this series is.
I didn't discover Count Arthur until about Series Four, and recently purchased the first three series, Christmas Special and The Musical... Read more
I didn't discover Count Arthur until about Series Four, and recently purchased the first three series, Christmas Special and The Musical... Read more
Published on 7 Feb 2010 by T. Venn
So you think old age and dementure funny?
You bet, and I'm 68.
Great comedy, truly great comedy that is, enables us to laugh at ourselves, to laugh at our foibles, at our pretensions, our weaknesses, our... Read more
Great comedy, truly great comedy that is, enables us to laugh at ourselves, to laugh at our foibles, at our pretensions, our weaknesses, our... Read more
Published on 1 Feb 2010 by FL
He's entertained people as diverse as the Queen and Jimmy Clithro!
This is quite simply one of the funniest comic creations ever! You may never have heard of the Count before, but once you've listened to his radio show you will never forget him! Read more
Published on 21 Dec 2009 by The Great Rassilon
very very funny
i think that we have all met a person like 'count arthur' but how you imitate it is beyond me .the first time i heard this i couldn't stop laughing . Read more
Published on 19 Nov 2009 by D. S. Sample
What a strong first series
I love this guy, he is so brilliantly funny. Well worth getting this CD in case your in need of a chuckle. I have played it almost constantly since I bought it.
Published on 17 Oct 2009 by Alan Possart
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