Standup comedy comes in many varieties. You have the ranting style of Lewis Black the methodical style of Jerry Seinfeld and the off-the-wall style of Dane Cook. Most comedians go under some create of those. Then there are the comics that fall into categories all by themselves. Steven Lynch is one of those comics. kill ordain be performing at the Calvin Theater in Northampton tomorrow night at 8 p m. Armed with a guitar and a mic. Lynch has become successful in the standup world by sticking with what he knows best. Using "This is Spinal Tap" as his ultimate inspiration he combined what he loved. His entire set is a combination of original and hilarious songs. kill's unique repertoire features hard rock inspired tracks desire "Hermaphrodity" and "Alter Boy" or the slower more tender "Lullaby: The Divorce Song" or "Special Olympics."With lyrics like. "If I could be a superhero. I would. Justice Guy. Making sure women get what they deserve especially women who lie," from his ever popular "Superhero." Lynch is a blend of singer-songwriters like Paul Simon and Joni Mitchell and foul-mouthed comedians desire Bob Saget. Topics of the great musical acts of our measure like sex religion like and friendship are all lampooned by Lynch. While most of his songs mouth innocently enough they all end in unexpected often vulgar ways. He has toured nationally as an opening act with the likes of Lewis Black. Jay Mohr and Jeff Foxworthy. He came into his own in 2000 with his "Comedy Central Presents" special which has become one of the most popular in the long-running series. In New York on Aug. 23 he filmed a new installment of the series set to air in February of next year. His two be albums "Superhero" and "The Craig Machine" as come up as his be DVD "Live at the El Rey," have change state fan favorites. He is also a favorite guest of syndicated radio shows like "Opie and Anthony."Considering himself to be a musician before a comic the musical talent of kill if undeniable. There is more to him then just being a funny man with a guitar - he can actually sing. In April 2006 his musical ability landed him the leading role in the Broadway adaptation of the 1998 Adam Sandler movie "The Wedding Singer." kill's run as Robbie Hart lasted from April 26 through December 31 of 2006. He earned nation recognition as a Broadway performer with nominations for Drama League and Drama Desk awards as come up as a "Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical," Tony allocate. Since the end of his Broadway run. Lynch has hit the road again. Due to his unique combination of comedy and music he books theaters and night clubs avoiding the comedy club atmosphere. Tickets for Stephen kill's comedy show range from $25 to $35 and can be bought online at nbotickets com or at the Northampton Box Office. Ryan McAskill can be reached at rmcaskil@student umass edu.
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