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Europa

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I agree with Steve Johnson. I've also been a fan of Tim Slagle's for over 20 years and this album is fresh and as funny as ever. He has new bits that are even more dramatic, thought-provoking and gut-bustingly funny!

Slagle's libertarian take on political, social, economic and personal issues is so refreshing. He pokes the most amazing fun at more mainstream bs than you can imagine. The language and topics he deals with on this cd are mostly R rated - so don't blindly get this one for the kiddies or the squeemish. But for any adults who need a great, intelligent hour or so of guffaws, you can't do better than Tim Slagle's Europa.

Jesse Jackson says we don't want Kramer for Christmas. I can't speak to that, but I do wish Michael Richards all the best as he searches for the source of the rage, or rages against the machine, or whatever other nonsense he's been mouthing on his apology tour. I have a suggestion for him that might help: listen to the intelligent, thought-provoking comedy of Tim Slagle. By listening to the hilarious Europa, Mr. Richards can learn that it is possible to be politically incorrect, and delightfully so, without crossing the line into crazy, offensive ranting. The rest of us will just get the chance to laugh like crazy. Tim has a unique ability to succintly skewer the absurdities of modern life, including the well-intentioned but boneheaded ideas behind nanny state legislation and income redistribution schemes beloved by those who think we need to be protected from ourselves.
It's smart and funny at the same time! Sort of like some of the better episodes of Seinfeld, but it's definitely not about nothing. Vegetarianism, Europe, prostitution--and please don't miss the Viagra bit, which is priceless.
Thanks Tim for a terrific album!

In full disclosure, I've seen Tim Slagle perform several times, and am a fan. Slagle has been a standard on the midwest comedy circuit for years, to some success. But his new album, "Europa" offers comedy fans a whole new perspective on the journeyman comedian. The comedy is fresh, well-delivered and very, very funny. Having spent so many years in the business, it would've been easy for Slagle to simply assemble some "greatest hits" and slap them together. It would've been a decent album, but Europa shows us a brilliant comedian in transition, easily moving from established bits to risky, aggressive pieces that finally, after all these years, showcase Slagle's true talent and ambitious nature. Kudos to the production team, as well. This album, recorded live in Chicago, sounds perfect. Comedy fans of all political persuasions should take notice of Europa, and buy a copy today.

LMAO at this very funny guy. Hard to pick a single bit, but was ROFL over the vegetarian bit, and splitting a gut at the Viagra bit.

This guy is just hilarious! You have to hear this comedy especially the segments concerning vegetarians and explaining taxes to your children with their halloween candy!

Tim Slagle is one of the most intelligent and truly funny comedians performing today. I do not think he gets enough credit. I would suspect that is because some of his politicals views are, in my opinion, very conservative. I do not agree with him concerning marijuana, but the bit is funny. The bit about vegetarians is 100% true and absolutely hysterical. I highly recommend this CD to anyone of any political persuasion, although I think conservatives will enjoy it more (again except his views about marijuana). I would love to see him perform live some time.

P.S. - I would also love to see him go head to head with supposed comedian/political pundit Bill Maher. Tim would put him to shame!

Slagle has a biting, razor sharp wit that is refreshing in these hyper-sensitive politically correct times in which we live. He comes across as a peculiar sort of conservative libertarian. His skewering of vegetarians and europeans is hysterical. Some may not care for the drug humor, but don't let this keep you from enjoying what is an entertaining and intelligently done albumn.