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The complete "BBC Radio 2" series from Perrier Award nominated duo Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement features Rob Brydon and Neil Finn. "Flight of the Conchords" are Bret McKenzie (guitar and vocals) and Jemaine Clement (vocals and guitar) and they're New Zealand's fourth best folk guitar-based jazz, techno, hip-hop duo. Over six episodes we follow their attempts to crack the UK's novelty music scene with songs such as "Frodo", "Don't Wear The Ring" ('Magical Bling Bling'), "Fudafafa", "Hiphopapotamus and Think About It" ("Think, Think About It"). "The Conchords" have travelled the world and become one of the best-loved double acts on the circuit. Having secured the talents of Rob Brydon, Daniel Kitson, Greg Proops, Nina Conti, Rhys Darby and Neil Finn, they can - for the first time - tell their story...The Perrier nominated "Flight of the Conchords" are currently being developed by HBO in America.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Despite having seen all of the first TV series and most of the second before I listened to this I still found it very funny.
The Neil Finn cameo's in each episode are brilliant and it's such a shame they couldn't be written into the TV series
The Neil Finn cameo's in each episode are brilliant and it's such a shame they couldn't be written into the TV series
48 of 57 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
If you want proof that Flight of the Conchords are not only the current kings of character comedy but true genii, watch their new HBO sitcom. Don't be put off by the Guardian calling them the funnest thing ever, these guys are one of the only comedy teams to try out an idea on the radio then IMPROVE it for TV (for proof of how rare this is listen to the Mighty Boosh, Little Britian, every other radio to TV comedy transfer since Tony Hancock).
This mockumentary radio series established most of the themes of the TV series (innocents abroad, the manager, stalker fans, the Yoko experience, etc) and features most of the Conchords best songs. It's not as sharp as the TV show, and there are a lot less gags per episode but that Conchord magic is still there through out. New Zealand stand up Rhys Darby's performance as their manager is a joy to hear and worth the asking price alone. Crowded House front man Neil Finn features in every episode and he's a surprisingly effective straight man. Quite possibly the best in the whole wide room. Credit should also go to Rob Brydon for the brilliant dead pan delivery of his linking voice over, the man was clearly wearing his business socks during the recording.
So why only 4 stars?
Well.....
....(with the noted acception of Mr Brydon) all of the british comedy actors are awful. Most of the series was apparently improvised. When the Kiwi comedians are in full flow it's hilarious. But the brits sound like public school kids making things up on the spot. Honestly, you will not believe how weak some of their lines are.
In an effort to be more constructive with my feed back I have thought for far to long about why this is and here is my conclusion: the brits didn't get what the show is about.
Most of the comedy comes from the gentle naivety of the Kiwi characters. When ever they speak the Conchords sound innocent, restrained and a little shy whilst their songs give them permission to express themselves (however inappropriately).
The brits clearly didn't get it and just overact.
So bascially the TV show is better because Jimmy Carr isn't in it. Unless you are a die hard Conchords fan, buy that instead. But if you absolutely must have an audio Conchords fix there is plenty here to recommend.
This mockumentary radio series established most of the themes of the TV series (innocents abroad, the manager, stalker fans, the Yoko experience, etc) and features most of the Conchords best songs. It's not as sharp as the TV show, and there are a lot less gags per episode but that Conchord magic is still there through out. New Zealand stand up Rhys Darby's performance as their manager is a joy to hear and worth the asking price alone. Crowded House front man Neil Finn features in every episode and he's a surprisingly effective straight man. Quite possibly the best in the whole wide room. Credit should also go to Rob Brydon for the brilliant dead pan delivery of his linking voice over, the man was clearly wearing his business socks during the recording.
So why only 4 stars?
Well.....
....(with the noted acception of Mr Brydon) all of the british comedy actors are awful. Most of the series was apparently improvised. When the Kiwi comedians are in full flow it's hilarious. But the brits sound like public school kids making things up on the spot. Honestly, you will not believe how weak some of their lines are.
In an effort to be more constructive with my feed back I have thought for far to long about why this is and here is my conclusion: the brits didn't get what the show is about.
Most of the comedy comes from the gentle naivety of the Kiwi characters. When ever they speak the Conchords sound innocent, restrained and a little shy whilst their songs give them permission to express themselves (however inappropriately).
The brits clearly didn't get it and just overact.
So bascially the TV show is better because Jimmy Carr isn't in it. Unless you are a die hard Conchords fan, buy that instead. But if you absolutely must have an audio Conchords fix there is plenty here to recommend.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
If you liked the TV series then you'll love this. The TV series follows a similar set of plot lines to this original radio series, but there are enough differences here to keep you entertained and laughing thoughout.
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Excellent
This is a fantastic series,just as good if not better than the television series in places. Superbly narrated by Rob Brydon, well worth a purchase if you are a FOTC fan!
Published 5 months ago by MariaH
Brilliant CD, really makes you laugh!!
I bought this for my boyfriend as a present. We are both massive fans of Fligt of the conchord series and I had heard that there was a Cd so thought it would be a great gift. Read more
Published 14 months ago by i4colour
Funny Boys
Though Bret and Jermaine are hopelessly thick they are extremely funny and the songs are catchy genius. Makes me laugh everytime I hear it.
Published 16 months ago by Laura
For the anthologists.
I've become a nut for FOTC. Late to the bandwagon, I've got the DVDs and laugh-along to the albums/EP on the bus. Read more
Published 16 months ago by B. Slattery
Brilliant.......
I adore Flight of the Conchords - so was bound to love this - but it exceeded expectations. Jemaine, Bret and Rhys superb......and Rob Brydon was a fantastic surprise. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Mrs. V. R. Sheppard
Embryonic Conchords only
If you've seen Bret, Jemaine and Rhys on TV and expect more of the same you really won't get it here. Read more
Published on 28 Sep 2009 by Vitamino
It's business time!
What a little gem this is. I can't believe this passed me by (well it was on the radio so that's probably why). Read more
Published on 22 Aug 2008 by John Green
very disappointing, the songs get short shrift
Although this is worth a listen for diehard Conchord fans, I wouldn't recommend it for anyone else. A big part of the appeal of their HBO show, as well as the concert clips I've... Read more
Published on 4 Dec 2007 by JT
Laugh So Hard I Cried
I laughed so hard I cried. I am just learning about Flight of the Conchords. I heard them on XM radio, imediatly bought their CD and DVD. I have laughed so hard I've cried. Read more
Published on 29 Nov 2007 by M. Lasco
FOLK YEAH!!
I've been listening to these guys on their radio 2 show,and they have made another fan.This will be the cd of that show, which i will definitley be buying. Read more
Published on 23 Sep 2005 by A. Johnston
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