Track Listing

1. Atlanta
2. After September 11
3. Environmental Terrorism or Global Warming
4. Coke and Pepsi and the Super Bowl of 2001
5. Halftime at the Super Bowl 2001
6. The End of the Universe
7. Tax Rebates and Common Sense
8. Airport Security
9. TV News and Jerry Falwell
10. What I've Learned

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #4043 in Music
• Released on: 2002-07-01
• Number of discs: 1
• Formats: Explicit Lyrics, Import
• Dimensions: .19 pounds

Album Description
The follow-up to 2000's highly successful, "The White Album." This album was recorded just before September 11, 2001, and as a result needed to be re-recorded. Lewis waxes eloquent about patriotism and airport security and needing to re-record an album. The rampage continues...

About the Artist
Many of you already know Lewis. For those of you who don't, Lewis Black is primarily known for his weekly segment on Comedy Central's Daily Show entitled simply, "Back in Black." Lewis is an energetically angry guy, whose delivery basically pummels the listener into submission with his views on how insane American society is. He now turns his focus the insanity of airport security and religious zealotry in the wake of September 11.

Customer Reviews

Black in Top Form!!
There isn't anybody in the business of comedy who can rant and rage on like Lewis Black. He's an angry man who isn't afraid to dish out his opinions to others in a funny and entertaining way. "The End of the Universe" is a hilarious performance from an extremely talented comic. Always dishing out the topical humor, he talks about September 11 and the events that took place afterwards. He rants about airport security and the absurdity of the Super Bowl half-time shows. Pepsi and Coke are not safe as he unleashes a full attack on their more-then-ridiculous ads. And let's not forget, he tells us all why this is truly "The End of the Universe."

I absolutely enjoyed listening to this live performance. Black's humor is quick, sharp, and is always on target. He's not afraid to point out the stupidity that can be found everywhere in society. The man is very talented when it comes to topical humor. You can tell that a lot of hard work goes into each of his acts. And while his act is very funny, it is also provocative. He makes a lot of good points that gets your mind thinking. Very rarely do we get to see a comic that can make us laugh and think at the same time. A word of warning, though; the man likes to swear. If you're not a fan of offensive language, then this is not the CD for you.

Lewis Black's "The End of the Universe" is an extremely funny comedy album that is bound to get more than a few laughs out of you. If you're a fan of his previous works, then it is highly recommended that you check this CD out. Lewis Black continues to be a very funny and raging comic who knows no limits or boundaries. -Michael Crane

Another classic comedy album...
Lewis Black is quickly becoming one of the most popular stand-up comedians in the U.S. today, and with this album, that should come as no surprise.

A small portion of this album has the same routine as his latest COMEDY CENTRAL PRESENTS special, but there is more than enough new material here to leave you in stitches. He doesn't even hesitate to verbally assault certain members of the audience who think he's going a little overboard. He tells it like it is, even if it's not things we necessarilly want to hear about ourselves. He sees all the things that are bad in the world in a completely different and hilarious way, and he will enlighten you just as much as he makes you laugh.

I always look forward to any performance by Mr. Black, whether on TV or CD, and I can't personally wait for his next one.

Possibly his best album!
I say that "The End of the Universe" is 'possibly' his best album, as I'm tossed between this second opus from the angry genius and his first offering "The White Album." Lewis is back for another round and this time, he's ticked off. Okay, every time he's back he's ticked off. :-)

He takes on subject like the weather, Starbucks, Atlanta traffic and overpopulation, politics and politicians, the SuperBowl half-time show, religion, humor, and of course the occasional side-bar rant. He also touches a good deal on 9-11, but even considering his angry-comic reputation, he does this and all other bits with extraordinarily good taste and respect. He does not ever offend the audience for any lack of patriotism, but does point out the over-patriotic people who are making our anthems tired. Again, good taste is used and he makes some strong points about ourselves, our country, and our lifestyles.

Yes, he touched on the Weather Channel in the first album, but it's all new material this time. Every time I've heard him discuss the weather, each time it's fresh. I don't think he knows how to use old jokes anymore, as he's always topical and moving ahead with his act.

If you're a fan of comedy, angry or not, this album should definitely belong on your shelves. For those that have children or are offended by foul language, be warned, this album is full of banned public radio words, if you know what I mean. Just so I don't get blamed for recommending this and you happen to find out later. ;-) Otherwise, enjoy heartily!