Best Deadpan

Nate Bargatze is the king of clean, deadpan comedy. In 'The Greatest Average American,' he finds humor in the mundane aspects of lifemarriage, parenting, and the general confusion of being an adult. H...

Dry Cleaning has carved out a unique niche in the post-punk scene with their signature spoken-word delivery and driving, melodic instrumentation. Florence Shaws deadpan, observational lyrics are both...

Wet Leg burst onto the scene with their witty and effortlessly cool indie-pop sound. Their music combines post-punk influences with deadpan vocals and humorous lyrics. Their self-titled debut album sh...

Anthony Jeselnik is the master of the dark, offensive, and perfectly crafted one-liner. In 'Fire in the Maternity Ward,' he pushes the boundaries of what is acceptable to joke about, all while maintai...

Norm Macdonald was known for his deadpan delivery, observational humor, and subversive approach to comedy. His improvisational skills and willingness to deviate from prepared material made his perform...

Anthony Jeselnik's 'Thoughts and Prayers' is a masterclass in dark humor and one-liner comedy. Jeselnik's deadpan delivery and provocative jokes push boundaries and challenge audience expectations. Th...

Mark Normand is a rising star in the comedy world, known for his dark humor and sharp observational skills. His performances are characterized by their quick wit and insightful commentary on everyday...

Nate Bargatzes clean and relatable comedy has earned him a massive following. His Netflix specials, 'The Tennessee Kid' and 'The Greatest Average American,' are filled with observational humor and sel...

Steven Wright was a master of the one-liner, delivering his absurdist and philosophical observations with a signature deadpan delivery. His minimalist style and unconventional humor challenged audienc...

Tig Notaros comedic style is characterized by her deadpan delivery, observational humor, and deeply personal, often autobiographical routines. Her 2012 set about her cancer diagnosis became a defining...

Anthony Jeselnik is the master of the 'misdirection' joke. His comedy is built on a foundation of dark, often taboo subjects, delivered with a smug, arrogant persona that makes the punchlines even mor...

Hannibal Buresss comedy is characterized by its conversational style, observational humor, and deadpan delivery. His low-key persona and relatable anecdotes create a relaxed and engaging atmosphere. B...