Sammy J
- Stand-up comedian
Press clippings
The stars who made it big at the Edinburgh Fringe
'I saw them long before they became famous' is a common Fringe-goer's boast. But, as Fiona Shepherd discovers, there's a good reason for that.
Fiona Shepherd, The Scotsman, 8th July 2017Podcast: Randy
Four years ago, when Randy last appeared at the Edinburgh Fringe, he became an alcoholic. He's back with a new show in 2016 for more signature hate filled ramblings. And he's sober.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 12th August 2016Great Yorkshire Fringe returns in July
Comedians already confirmed include Henning Wehn, Tony Law and Simon Munnery. Richard Herring will pick his favourite routines from his 12 previous shows and cram them into 60 minutes. He also brings his award-winning podcast to York. Star of The Chase on ITV1, Paul Sinha returns to stand up comedy after a 4-year break with Postcards From The Z-List. Other big hitters include Jerry Sadowitz, Glenn Wool, Tom Stade and Sammy J and Randy.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 12th May 2016Sammy J interview
Sammy J is travelling around the world for just one show.
British Comedy Guide, 30th July 2014I will say this only once...
Sammy J on his one-night Fringe run.
Sammy J, Chortle, 11th July 2014The Sammy J three minute interview
Sammy J thought it would be humorous to fly from Melbourne to Edinburgh, perform one show, then fly home. This is that show, Sammy J: Songbook. Known and loved for his catchy, filthy, nerdy musical comedy stylings, Sammy J has stuffed his hand luggage full of his favourite songs, and plans to rock out for precisely fifty-eight minutes before returning to the airport.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 11th July 2014Interview: Sammy J
Sammy J isn't just a fringe favourite, packing out venues year in year out, he's also one of tNC all time best comedians we've seen at the festival. But with the good comes the bad and the Skinny-man with his juice box is only going to be in Edinburgh for 24 hours and doing 1, yes that's right ONE, show.
The New Current, 8th July 2014Interview: Sammy J and Randy
With anything, there's contrast. Chalk and cheese.. Ying and Yang.. Dick and Dom (unfortunately). Sometimes it's a bad thing. Like if you put salt in your tea instead of sugar. Or use an angle-grinder to brush your teeth. Sammy J and Randy couldn't be more different. But somehow, they're best buds. Aaaaw.
Jake Taylor, PPSF Webzine, 12th August 2012Sammy J & Randy video
ComComedy have filmed this funny video interview with Sammy J and Randy, which also features a couple of clips from Ricketts Lane.
British Comedy Guide, 22nd August 2011When Andrew met Sammy
ThreeWeeks guest editor Andrew Maxwell talks to Sammy J about working in comedy, the benefits of Edinburgh, and a foul-mouthed purple puppet.
Andrew Maxwell, ThreeWeeks, 19th August 2011