Is Like Comedy a good place to start with The Proclaimers?

Yes, Like Comedy is recommended as a starting point for new The Proclaimers listeners. Uplifting melodies and heartfelt lyrics blend folk influences with a pop sensibility, characteristic of The Proclaimers' enduring sound. Released in 2012, Like Comedy is The Proclaimers' sixth studio album. This album followed their previous release, 2007's Notes & Rhythms, marking a consistent evolution in their songwriting while maintaining their signature vocal harmonies. By this time, the duo was already well-established in the UK music scene, known for their distinctive blend of rock and folk elements.

Who is Like Comedy for?

Like Comedy works well if you're into steady mid-tempo sing-alongs, humorous storytelling with warmth and for casual gatherings.

How many songs are on Like Comedy?

Like Comedy has 17 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Like Comedy

The Proclaimers · 2012

56 min · 17 tracks · folk rock

Uplifting melodies and heartfelt lyrics blend folk influences with a pop sensibility, characteristic of The Proclaimers' enduring sound.

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Whatever You’ve Got Start here — This opening track sets an inviting tone with its upbeat rhythm and optimistic lyrics about appreciation, showcasing the duo's signature harmony.
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Simple Things — The straightforward sincerity of this song resonates through its lyrics about life's modest joys, encapsulating the band's ability to convey deep emotion simply.
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Like Comedy — The title track features clever wordplay and a reflective tone, effectively illustrating the juxtaposition between humor and seriousness that permeates the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks strong cohesion and distinctiveness in its overall sound.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and arrangements.
Several tracks prominently feature call-and-response vocal harmonies, enhancing the folk-rock feel.
The last three tracks shift towards a more reflective tone, with slower tempos that create a sense of closure.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
humorous storytelling with warmth
for casual gatherings
reflective moments with friends
easygoing background for conversations

Maybe skip if you

seeking high-energy tracks
prefer complex, experimental sounds

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Solid entry that showcases their characteristic sound, but not a standout in terms of wider recognition.
Career context: Released in 2012, Like Comedy is The Proclaimers' sixth studio album. This album followed their previous release, 2007's Notes & Rhythms, marking a consistent evolution in their songwriting while maintaining their signature vocal harmonies. By this time, the duo was already well-established in the UK music scene, known for their distinctive blend of rock and folk elements.
Stylistic neighbors: The Saw Doctors· The Waterboys· Runrig