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Evan Wecksell

Check out my show at "www.YankeesPodcasts.com"

About Me


They don’t make them like Evan Wecksell anymore.
As one of the funniest and most energetic performers to emerge from New York’s comedy clubs and musical venues, Comedian and Singer/Songwriter Evan Wecksell is often compared to comedic superstars Adam Sandler and Stephen Lynch.
Evan’s act, a blend of comedy and music, celebrates dysfunctional relationships, endorses unorthodox career paths and makes fun of bad music.
Evan developed his act by studying some of New York City’s best known comedians. Soon, Evan was performing alongside some of these very influences including The Tonight Show’s Mitch Fatel and Last Comic Standing’s Jessica Kirson, to name a few. On his native Long Island, Evan developed a following hosting music nights and playing sets at Governor’s Comedy Cabaret, The Downtown and Munchaba Lounge.
After performing at countless venues across New York City and Long Island, Evan was a three-time Long Island Laff-Off Finalist and went on to release his live CD, Live at the Bitter End.
In March 2005, Evan relocated to Los Angeles. The move paid off that fall when he made his national television debut on VH1’s “I Love the 80s 3D” and “I Love the Holidays.” His comedy songs also began receiving consistent airplay on the nationally syndicated Dr. Demento Radio Show as well as other terrestrial and internet radio outlets.
In January 2006, Evan released his limited edition single Brokeback Mountain, a song that received national airplay leading up to the Academy Awards. A few months later Evan returned to television by appearing on VH1’s “I Love Toys.”
The following summer Evan offered commentary on VH1's "I Love the 70s II" and E! Television's "Forbes Celebrity 100: Who Made Bank." In the fall, he reprised his talking head role on E! Television's "30 Most Outrageous Celebrity Feuds."
As Evan’s television appearances grew so did his performance schedule. Last year Evan performed over 100 shows touring clubs, colleges and radio stations across the country. He also found time to wrap several film, theater and commercial projects.
Evan continues to act and perform his comedy regularly around Los Angeles. His material can now be heard on Sirius Satellite Radio and he also hosts a weekly podcast about his beloved New York Yankees at www.YankeesPodcasts.com.
This fall Evan will go back on the road to tour clubs and colleges across the country. He is also in production on College: The Musical – A Musical About College with his wife, actress and comedienne Kelly Meyersfield. Targeting college audience, the show will preview during the summer with college touring to begin in the fall. For more information on Evan and to purchase his CDs, visit www.EvanWecksell.com .More from Evan Wecksell at Myxer

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 10/12/2004
Band Website: EvanWecksell.com
Band Members: Evan Wecksell - guitar, vocals, twisted ideas, podcast host
Influences: OVERALL: Bon Jovi, Jim Carrey, Hulk Hogan, Stephen Lynch, Will Ferrell and my mom!COMICALLY: Dave Attell, Chris Elliot, Tom Green, Dana Carvey, Adam Sandler;MUSICALLY: Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Switchfoot, U2, O.A.R., Switchfoot, Melissa Etheridge, Bruce Springsteen, Pete Yorn, Dave Matthews Band, Sheryl Crow, Toad the Wet Sprocket, Train, Incubus, Goo Goo Dolls, SR-71, Dashboard Confessional, Eve 6, Jimmy Eats World, Lifehouse, Yellowcard, Blink 182, Guns n Roses, Smashing Pumpkins, Van Halen, Billy Joel, Sarah McLachlan and Evan Wecksell (Yes, I influence myself!)
Sounds Like: Stephen Lynch, Adam Sandler, Bon Jovi, Dashboard Confessional, Yellowcard, Bowling for Soup, Switchfoot, Bruce Springsteen, Metallica (I am a diverse-sounding fellow.)
Record Label: None
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Take a look at this

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Posted by Evan Wecksell on Fri, 13 Jun 2008 12:50:00 PST

Farewell Blog

Farewell Blog - 5/11/08So it's been two years since I've actually blogged. I've made a lot of headway n my career since then. My last blog was a top ten list. Who knew two years later I would use that...
Posted by Evan Wecksell on Mon, 12 May 2008 01:39:00 PST

Evan Wecksell - Guitar Comedy Demo 2008

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6n60WW5jVcM ...
Posted by Evan Wecksell on Thu, 17 Apr 2008 10:57:00 PST

My MTV Movie Awards Spoof - Lake House

http://fe1.studios.sp1.yahoo.com/spoofs/TheMailHouse/111169
Posted by Evan Wecksell on Fri, 27 Jul 2007 08:39:00 PST

To avoid your family this Thanksgiving...

Catch me on E! 30 Most Outrageous Celebrity Feuds Sat, Nov 25, 5:00 PM Sun, Nov 26, 9:00 AM Sun, Nov 26, 8:00 PM Mon, Nov 27, 12:00 AM Thu, Nov 30, 8:00 PM ...
Posted by Evan Wecksell on Fri, 27 Jul 2007 08:39:00 PST

Goin' Midwest!! (Iowa, North Dakota, Minnesota)

Greetings to the Midwest, It took some time, but I'm finally heading your way. I'm really excited about these shows. And unlike my Southeast tour I won't have to drive 2000 miles and perform for ...
Posted by Evan Wecksell on Fri, 27 Jul 2007 08:39:00 PST

I'll be on VH1 "I Love the 70s Volume 2" & E!

July 11, 2006 If it's a message from me you know it's important... Yes, I am getting married in less than two weeks, but more importantly this week I am on VH1's "I Love the 70s Volume 2." Watch me ta...
Posted by Evan Wecksell on Fri, 27 Jul 2007 08:39:00 PST

Top Ten 2006 Tour Realizations

10) Fraternities host the best shows... and play the most video games. 9) Everyone at SUNY Stony Brook can dance. 8) Sororities girls can drink with the best of 'em... especially the night they're ini...
Posted by Evan Wecksell on Fri, 27 Jul 2007 08:39:00 PST

Check out this event: Comedy Show at UAkron

Hosted By: Evan WecksellWhen: Tuesday Apr 25, 2006 at 9:00 PMWhere: Gardner Theater302 Buchtell MallAkron, OH 44325USDescription:Evan Wecksell Click Here To View Event...
Posted by Evan Wecksell on Fri, 27 Jul 2007 08:39:00 PST

Worse Than Vietnam

This movie just won the 2006 Silver Lake Film Festival in Los Angeles. It was conceived, shot, edited and turned in within 48 hours.   A genre was chosen at random (musical), a headline was sele...
Posted by Evan Wecksell on Fri, 27 Jul 2007 08:39:00 PST