I always take into account what music a comedian picks for an audience walking into their show. I’ve been impressed with certain choices, as mentioned in other reviews, but Lou Taylor picking Mis-Teeq and DJ Pied Piper was inspired – and there was more incredible nostalgic content to come.
I can't recommend it enough
The show begins with how every 90s Saturday morning should – with Live and Kicking on the television. Taylor lets us know that the tiny girl in the still shot is her. It was the best day of her life. She confides in the audience that as a child, she really wanted to be an adult and as an adult, she’s constantly thinking of the past. From text etiquette and adverts from her childhood to more vulgar topics like first times to a certain voucher for her boyfriend, it seems like Taylor really does have everything covered. Nineties kids will be in absolute heaven (one reference in particular near the beginning of the set unlocked a whole bunch of memories for me). The routines throughout the set were well-constructed and perfectly delivered.
There are also some hilarious pre-recorded videos throughout the set which had the audience absolutely howling throughout. I won’t spoil any of the content as they’re brilliantly funny (some just completely absurd) but they’re a strange, yet wonderful, palate cleanser before some more sharp stand-up.
Lou Taylor’s vibe is that of the funniest friend at a party, telling the funniest stories, and Jeans and a nice top is one of these shows in the Fringe that you’d go and see just to feel sheer joy and happiness. I can’t recommend it enough.
