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Monday, 07/20/26: You can find classic Al performances long ago by a dedicated fan, if you want to know if Al has performed certain parodies or songs. Fortunately, I found "Perform This Way". Move over, Cabbage Man or Cactus Man haha: There should be a compilation of Al's covers. I think "It's The End Of The World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine), was indeed one of his finest. I'm glad I found that too. It's very Weird Al-esque song. One thing is for sure - Al's parodies are going to out-live the originals. "Don't be offended when you see, my latest pop monstrosity. I'm strange, weird, shocking, odd, bizarre. I'm frankenstein I'm avatar!". The thought did cross my mind that the original artist would need to be put in a halfway house or a Mental-R asylum haha.
| Wednesday, 07/15/26: After the "Bigger & Weirder" tour, what songs would fans like to see *return to the setlist if Al has a new tour in the future. For me, some would be "Jerry Springer" and the underrated classic, "Frank's 2000" TV" haha: "There's Frank's remote control, you can look but don't touch it please. 'Cause Frank's the one in charge and he decides what everybody sees. The picture's perfect clear, and everything is magnified. Robert DeNeeeeero's mole - has got to be 10 Feet wide", "And I'm mighty proud to say, now I can watch The Simpsons from 30 blocks away!!". Or "The Biggest Ball Of Twine in Minnesota" as an encore. Countdown to Puyallup in September I think. If I were still single, I might have considered buying tickets.
| Wednesday, 07/01/26: I know it's not easy to hold and record an entire concert for 2 hours or so, but can you at least make sure that the camera does not go "Out of Focus" - that usually results in blurry. Also, I'm not sure if there are audio glitches in some venues, or if there is something wrong with the person's audio settings on their phone camera. But I give a grade of E for Effort haha. I guess it's quite a workout to hold and record for 2 hours. But for the most part, it's been fun watching fan recordings. It's still mind-boggling - how many bands can sustain the high-energy and enthusiasm for 90 cities. That's practically everyday for 3 months. It's more about if the audience or the venue can match that. Haha.
| Thursday, 06/25/26: Fan Stories From The Tour Sometimes, it's all about the fan experience also. Especially if you have a treasured Accordion Weird Al wanted to buy. After experiencing the awful "Clear Bag Policy" lady, perhaps Al felt the bad vibes from earlier using the force and wanted to help out haha. But like Homer Simpson, "No". Here's Unhinged VA (voice actor no less):
| Monday, 06/15/26: Here's a trip down memory lane. While the answer is quite obvious at this point: Lil Richard / James Brown: *30 second elapses* before answering, "Can I have an, ugh - F?" "Oooh - no F" Weird Al: "Pat, can I get a BEEEEEE please?" while staring incredulously at James Brown. For sure, someone certainly stunk and I ain't talkin' about the Wheel of Fish haha. "Wheel of Fortune" recently posted a video about their most chaotic episode, back in '94. And whaddya know - it was the Weird Al / James Brown episode. While there was an interview with Al about this, it's nice to reminisce again when "Wheel" brought it up. Hahaha. 
| Saturday, 06/06/26: Six-Six-Six In between songs where Al has to put on costumes or other preparations, fans are treated to video clips of Al appearing as cameos in various shows back in the day. One such hilarity is on "King of the Hill" - "Bobby, Al Yankovi-"ch" blew his brains out back in the late '80s when people stopped buying his records". I was laughing my ass off, and still am. The irony is that fans have bought more records than most pop bands combined.
| Monday, 05/25/26: Bigger, Weirder Tour - Part II Al is set to begin the second leg of the "Bigger, Weirder" tour tomorrow in another frenzy full of musical fun all over the country. No rest for the ultra-talented. I think Ronnie Chieng interviewed Al as a huge fan rather than as a host haha. I wonder how many times Ronnie said "Musical Genius" in reference to Al - probably about 5. The interview was more like a conversation, which I much prefer. It's more casual, and less stiff or robotic.
| Wednesday, 11/19/25: 2026 - The Bigger, Weirder And - "Hungrier" Tour? Quick! Venues better pre-order a box of Boysen - No, hold that. Blue-Berry Donuts for Sith Lord Al haha. He doesn't start concerts without. His. Donuts! Also - He demands "Equal Amounts Of Blueberries" In Every Donut (at least they're not Muffins, otherwise you'll have to answer from the Mafia haha). Otherwise, Apology not accepted, Backstage Guy haha. No MSG on the tour next year, but WA State Fair! Add Hardware Store to the set list and I'll consider it. Speaking of set lists, I'm curious if it's going to be different. But why change it.
| Friday, 10/31/25: Happy Halloween! So, how many Weird Al Yankovics are there going to be this year hahaha. Speaking of ruminating - Al would most likely need 149 more "Bigger & Weirder" tours to catch up haha.
| Saturday, 09/20/25: With the "Bigger and Weirder" tour coming to an end, I'm glad to have at least watched fan's recordings (at least ones in clarity and "more than just a few minutes". Extra bonus points for anyone who could record most of the show haha). My favorites of the set list is obviously the Parody Medley and Amish Paradise. Among the highlights during the tour (good and well, bad or funny - depending on how you look at it) from these recordings: 1. During the singing of Yoda chant, sometimes he'll single out a fan for their solo rendition or "10 seconds of fame or embarrassment". Apparently, there was one, serious "Tone Deaf Guy" who most likely embarrassed himself. But that's the price of fame - not giving a shit as well. 2. During the same concert, concert venue snafu or technical error cancelled the opener of "Tacky" unfortunately. Leaving Al to turn to the second song as his "contractually-obligated" song to sing first. Where has professionalism and competence gone haha. 3. The Parody Medley in every concert - so addictive, gotta watch and sing-a-long with them over and over. 4. How about that guy in the first row in Al's first show, all of a sudden standing up and dancing hilariously to "Word Crimes"? haha. By the way, neanderthal - you were also blocking the view for anyone sitting right behind him. hahaha You've heard of sing-a-longs, but "Gargle-A-Longs"? haha. Well, apparently a fan did that during that section from "Smells Like Nirvana". Probably he did with a venue beverage, but you can also mimic with your hand.
| Friday, 09/12/25: Some fan had a novel idea - how about an extreme "up close and personal" boxer shorts? haha. Al's epic "Bigger and Weirder" tour is winding down, and I heard it'll end at the end of the month. He'll be due for a nice rest afterward. But we're looking forward to any future parodies or songs in the works.
| Sunday, 09/07/25: What is "Real Music"? In a recent interview or article, Weird Al went to say that some fans went up to talk to him and gave him a back-handed compliment - "I didn't know you could play real music" or something to that effect haha. Let's see - Al is a virtuoso on the accordion, he can compose and spit out lyrics in "Hardware Store" in which any other singer wouldn't be able to enunciate unless you sing at a snail's pace haha, he can compose rhythms and bars! If that's not real music, then pigs can fly. It's cool to see "Bad Friends" hired a Weird Al fan as a replacement haha.
| Sunday, 08/24/25: Al in an insurance commercial? Sign me up haha. He might be day-dreaming again (not flipping burgers this time).
| Monday, 07/21/25: You never know what might happen at a Weird Al concert. The "Bigger and Weirder" tour is exceeding expectations from what I've seen and heard, consistent high-energy fun. However, there might be a few snafus - the recent technical sound glitch, or - showing the world that you're tone deaf haha. "10 Seconds of fame"? or "10 Seconds of embarrassment". It's more the latter. Hahaha. Call him, "The Tone Deaf Guy" - voice cracking completely off-key, making Bobby Lee sound like an opera singer. I suppose there's a few of them "tone deafs" in every state: 
| Monday, 07/14/25: Al's concert performance at MSG just made the arena "famous-er". Or "more famous". Or whatever. Haha. Call the Grammar police for word crimes against humanity, I failed Grammer school. MSG is known for high-energy fans who can match the energy of the performer themselves, often knowing all the lyrics as well. It becomes a one, big sing-a-long. And a dance-a-thon. Billy Joel concerts have everyone standing, dancing and singing. Haha. Speaking of which, it would've been swell had Al performed to "Ode To A Superhero" in its entirety as an 'Ode to Billy Joel" since he's an icon at MSG. Instead of "One More Minute", I would've opted for "I'm So Sick Of You" haha. But I guess that song is more insulting. Definitely the intention of that, but some deserve it: "And when you softly call my name it's like listening to a squeeky chalk sound, and when you look at me that special way it's hard for me to keep my lunch down. And when you ask me what I'm thinkin' honey usually I'm thinkin' how I'd really like to tie your head completely up with duct tape so I wouldn't have to listen to you asking me those stupid questions over, and over again!"
| Sunday, 07/06/25: Not only does Al have his own pinball machine, he has his own classic NES game! My favorite level has to be waiting 8+ hours at the DMV office, with Al at the back of the line. You should mash Button A - perhaps that'll get the goddamn line moving faster. Yep. It sure is realistic. Hahaha. Also - I'd go "Rambo" as well over them network exec's asses for bad programming.
| Thursday, 06/26/25: The good ole Fat costume is back! (glasses and all) haha. The iconic parody has returned for the tour, and you can only find snippets or clips from fans. If you want to enjoy the entire concert or most of it, you'll have to attend one. "Word is out, better treat me right. Cause I'm the King of Cellulite. Ham on" hahaha: 
Parodies not peformed but wished were performed: Perform This Way, Couch Potato: "Look. If you've got. One shot. To sit on yer lazy butt (I sure am haha). To watch all the TV you ever wanted (not yet since there's nothing good on - had to cancel it). Til yer brain turned to mush (it already did. or I just have a 'relaxed brain' haha). Would you go for it? (oh hell yeah)". hahaha.
| Saturday, 06/14/25: It Has Begun The "Bigger and Weirder" tour kicks off in Vegas. Here's a snippet from a fan: C'mon, Al - include "Hardware Store" in one of your set lists.
| Wednesday, 06/11/25: "The Volcano Worshipper's Club". Hahaha. I guess I can't call myself a real fan for not knowing this. Or that Prince turned Al down gajillion times. "$19.99" would have made for a great parody haha (one of the rare instances where I'm a fan of the original). Word has it that there is also the "The Polar Ice Caps are going to all melt and flood the earth!" club. Thank god for Jimm-aay for pulling out unusual tidbits from a guest's past. Haha. We owe a debt of gratitude to "Weird Owl" for making weird the new normal.
| Tuesday, 05/20/25: "Concert Tour Alert" - Al's Bigger & Weirder Tour is going to become "Even Better" than his past concerts. From what I hear, he'll have other guests and musicians on stage with more theatrics. It's about to begin next month. Just don't bother Al about when his next, new single is going to release. So Al - any idea on when your next, new single is?
| Friday, 05/02/25: Al interviews are more conversational than actual interviews, which is actually fun. I would've thought Al's "proudest moment" was getting the Walk of Fame star, but as he said - "Hollywood is full of evil people". I can't disagree. It's also full of terribad movies. Or course- his "Mandatory Fun" album being on the Billboard charts at No. 1 for awhile is quite an achievement. Perhaps I should have a listen.
| Saturday, 04/19/25: Apparently, a dude experienced "pure euphoria" while watching Al's "Dare To Be Stupid" video. While this might sound 'stupid', it sure isn't for the guy haha. Thanks for sharing that, Al! My pure euphoric moment is when I was able to memorize "Alburqurque" on a whim, or nearly reciting that near-impossible "Hardware Store" section in one breath. Hahah.
| Thursday, 02/06/25: If you "lost on jeopardy", you might have a better chance to win what appears to be the greatest sweepstakes ever and for a good cause (children affected / displaced by the wildfires). All-Expenses Paid including; pocket money, private transportation, a few nights stay at a Vegas hotel where Al is performing, VIP seating and Meet & Greet with Al (other goodies), etc. Just go to this link, and donate: https://fandiem.com/sweeps/win-a-trip-to-meet-weird-al-at-his-show-in-las-vegas Good luck. While the chances of winning are as about the same percentage of pigs flying, why not.
| Wednesday, 12/18/24: Twas The Night "Santa Went Crazy" (or Weird Al Went Crazy?) haha His parodies and originals are usually light and humorous. However - there is the occasional sadistic one like "Nature Trail To Hell", or the holiday favorite: "The Night Santa Went Crazy". Don't expect any fat jollies from this song haha: "....and he turned poor old Rudolph into - Reindeer Sausage! He took Dasher and Prancer, with an old german luger, and he slashed up Dancer, just like Freddy Krueger. And he took a flame thrower, and barbecued Blitzen, and he took a big bite, and said he tastes just like Chicken!" "The Night Santa Went Crazy, the night St. Nick went insane - realized he's been gettin' a raw deal. Something finally must've snapped in his brain"
| Friday, 11/29/24: Holy crap, it's the State Farm Guy haha. GTFO! Apparently, he hated UHF haha. And by the way State Farm Guy, go to Weirdal.com!
| Saturday, 11/02/24: Fallon and Weird Al. Or The Yank-Man and Jimmy. Hahaha. What a collab. If Weird Al provided some vocals, I might have a listen. Congratulations to the 2,534 Weird Al look-a-like costume winners!
| Sunday, 09/29/24: Get Ready for Al's "Bigger & Weirder" (I guess fortunately not "Fatter" haha) 2025 Tour However, I'm sure "Fat" is going to be part of the list. I'm still proud to have gone to one of his "Poodle Hat" tour - a long, long time ago. By myself. And got myself a Poodle Hat album cover T-Shirt (I think I accidentally gave it away to Goodwill. Been lookin' for it ever since. Who knows). Sometimes, that's all you need. Just do the things you want to do, companionship not required.
| Sunday, 09/01/24: So anyone remember "The Weird Al Show"? Before Al becomes a movie star (unless there's a UHF 2 haha), let's reminisce: "So this is a story about a guy named Al, he lived in the sewer with his hampster pal. But the sanitation workers really didn't approve, so he packed up his accordion and had to move, to a city in Ohio where he lived in a tree, and he worked in a Nasal Decongestion Factory, and he played on the company bowling team, and every single night he had a strange, reoccurring dream...." I forgot the rest haha. But any lyrics can be looked up by an invention called - wait for it - Google.
| Thursday, 07/25/24: With the new polka medley released on the 10th Anniversary for Al's final album, "Mandatory Fun", I'll have to check out some of the tracks there.
| Tuesday, 07/23/24: While anijams are cool or other forms of animated videos, it's a shame that live-action music videos are a thing of the past for Al. I think his last live-action was "Tacky". I do not know the original song well enough to enjoy the parody. That song itself might have been 'tacky' haha. Well - you can call Al "The Cactus Man" as a cameo in his new polka hahaha. It's damn true - most of us create parodies to mock the original (either they truly suck, or we just poke fun at them). But Weird Al is genuine - you better believe it. He's a fan of all originals he parodies - while I'll agree with some of them (I might be a fan of them or used to), I sure think in a way when I listen to his parody that's mocking some of them. It's just perspective - and in no way is this true from Al's perspective.
| Monday, 07/22/24: *New track! It's a polka medley, they are always fun to sing along. Fortunately, I could recognize some of the tracks. By the way - does your wife know that you're a 'Swiftie' Swiftie? Unless you're re-imagining her as your ex from UHF haha. Now that Al is back, perhaps parody a Kendrick Lamar / Drake beef diss tracks? haha. I knew there were a handful of artists who turned down or rejected Al's parody proposals. Prince and Coolio are probably the well known ones. However - the Coolio fiasco eventually resolved itself (probably happened on a Friday, where statistically there was a less chance of an incident anyway haha). And what'ya know - Weird Al found a way to create a parody (You're Pitiful for example) or subtlely jab at the artist anyway. Hahaha My favorite parodies is "Amish Paradise" and "Couch Potato" (a diatribe about bad tv programming and lazing around watching terrible tv haha - that and "Can't Watch This" MC Hammer parody).
| Thursday, 01/18/24: Did I see a selfie of Weird Al (and the actor who played Weird Al) with Ke Huy Quan? That is just too cool. Oh yeah - congrats on some Emmy wins. I guess the Weird Al biopic was not as badly reviewed as UHF was (although I found UHF hilarious for the most part) haha. Although parodies might be a thing of the past, they are still relevant somewhat. There just isn't any songs worth parodying these days. The focus should be on any of Al's originals.
| Thursday, 09/07/23: New Track Upload - "Everything You Know Is Wrong" Well, not new - this is a classic original from the "Bad Hair Day" album. Very catchy melody and hilarious lyrics. This was inspired by Choe's Hamburger Helper podcast clip that I remembered this song / track. Thanks, Choe! haha. Al is still alive and well, and touring. C'mon, kiddies. Let's sing along haha: "I was going into the kitchen for some Golden Grahams, when I accidentally stepped into an alternate dimensions, and soon I was abducted by some Alien whose face kinda looked like Jamie Farr. They sucked out my internal organs, and took some polaroids, and said I was a darn, good sport. And as a way of saying thank you, they offered to transport me back to any point in history that I would care to go. And so I had them send me back to last Thursday night, so I can pay my phone bill on time. Just then a floating, disembodied head of Colonel Sanders started yelling: *chorus* Everything you know is wrong, black is white, up is down and short is long. And everything you thought was important doesn't even matter - Everything you know is wrong, just forget the words and sing along, all you need to understand is Everything you know is wrong!"
| Friday, 12/30/22: Al has tons of iconic tracks. But I guess Al made a deal behind the scenes with GQ for the "popular" ones (when there are already tons of them from god-knows-how-many-albums now) haha. Joking aside - I would've added "It's All About The Pentiums", "Couch Potato" and "Canadian Idiot" haha. That's right - "Hardware Store" is the only Weird Al song / track I could never memorize haha. Not even close. It's like trying to memorize or spit out all the digits to Pi haha. To put it in another perspective - I did memorize "Alburqurque" pretty quickly.
| Thursday, 10/20/22: I'll provide the "context" - Peter Griffin is "Fat". He turns on the radio on to "Eat It". Not something a Fat Guy would want to hear or listen to, especially one on a diet. Hahaha. Since I brought back my Beavis & Butt-Head web page, I might be updating again as well. I might no longer have interest in any new stuff, but perhaps some quirky tidbits like this now and then. Other than the tracks uploaded on this page, I used to have a lot of tracks / CDs of Al's various albums. Not sure what happened - I was cleaning one day, and might have mistakenly thrown away the CDs / deleted folders or files that I thought were extraneous (in fact, it had music files on it. But thought it was clutter). |