Roadrunner Records has announced a new imprint, Roadrunner Comedy, and that stand-up comedian and author Doug Stanhope, a Worcester native, is its inaugural artist. 30 years of representing the best of rock, metal and alternative music have proven in spades that Roadrunner can reach fans on a widespread and meaningful level, and Roadrunner Comedy plans to replicate this success.

Partnering with the talented Doug Stanhope to launch Roadrunner Comedy was an obvious move.  Stanhope’s brutally honest style is shockingly uninhibited, ranging from biting social commentary to the crass and obscene.  His cutting stand-up has landed him appearances on The Howard Stern Show, Comedy Central Presents, Premium Blend, The Man Show, Fox News with Greta Van Sustern, BBC’s Newswipe and The Jerry Springer Show.  Stanhope has taped TV specials for Showtime and UK’s Channel 4.  He was also featured in controversial film The Aristocrats alongside legends like George Carlin, Don Rickles and Chris Rock (and makes an occasional live appearance at Ralph’s Diner here in Worcester!).  Keep an eye out for new material by Stanhope, slated for a 2011 Roadrunner Comedy debut.

Brian Hennigan, Doug Stanhope’s manager, said, “We needed to find a supportive partner who would let Doug Stanhope be Doug Stanhope. There are millions of people all over the world that Doug hasn’t offended and with Roadrunner’s help we should be able to reach them all.”

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Thanks to Roadrunner Records.

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