With "Dark Side" Tim Minchin pokes fun at both the pretension of 'serious' rockers and his own comedic trifles. The verses, which depict Minchin having his emotional depth and musical marketability challenged, are performed in an exaggerated uptempo comic style. This is contrasted by a chorus in which he channels the likes of Eddie Vedder and Trent Reznor to prove he can be deep as well.
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With "Dark Side" Tim Minchin pokes fun at both the pretension of 'serious' rockers and his own comedic trifles. The verses, which… read more
With "Dark Side" Tim Minchin pokes fun at both the pretension of 'serious' rockers and his own comedic trifles. The verses, which depict Minchin having his emotional … read more
Tim Minchin (born 1975) is an Australian comedian, actor, composer, songwriter, pianist, musical director and a self proclaimed rock 'n' roll megastar. He was born in Northampton, England, and grew up in Perth, Western Australia. He attended UWA (University of Western Australia) before launching onto the world stage at the 2005 Edinburgh Fringe Festival by winning the Best Newcomer Perrier Comedy Award. His eccentric appearance (wild unkempt hair, heavy eyeliner and bare feet juxtaposed with a crisp and clean suit and tails, and a grand piano) adds to his comedic performan… read more
Tim Minchin (born 1975) is an Australian comedian, actor, composer, songwriter, pianist, musical director and a self proclaimed rock 'n' roll megastar. He was born in Northampton,… read more
Tim Minchin (born 1975) is an Australian comedian, actor, composer, songwriter, pianist, musical director and a self proclaimed rock 'n' roll megastar. He was born in Northampton, England, and grew up in Perth, Western Austra… read more