Crass comedy classics

KEVIN Bloody Wilson, Australian comedy’s king of crass, will return to the Ferntree Gully Hotel on Friday, 18 May as part of his Disgraceland tour.
After emerging from his former life as a Kalgoorlie electrician 24 years ago, Wilson has released 13 albums selling more than 3 million copies worldwide.
The acid-tongued larrikin – responsible for cult-classic songs Hey Santa Claus and Livin’ Next Door To Alan – will unleash his new repertoire on one of his favourite Victorian venues.
Despite being informed that The Gully is the birthplace of Australian cricket’s Sheik of Tweak, it is with little trepidation that Wilson will belt out new song Warnie Put Your Wanger Away during the 18 May show.
“That will go off a treat I tell you,” he laughs excitedly.
Wilson is unashamed of his trademark vulgarity, noting: “I made the transition from juvenile delinquent to dirty old man pretty seamlessly.”
He is, however, keen to correct a popular misconception that his audiences consist mainly of blue-collar males.
“You’ve got your professionals, doctors and lawyers sitting next to truck drivers and blokes working in the coal pit,” he said.
“My audience is actually around 50 per cent women.
“We’ve had boys bringing their wives and even new brides on their honeymoons.”
Kevin’s new album DILLIGAF is out now.
Other upcoming performances at the Ferntree Gully Hotel include Cotton, Keays and Morris on 11 May, and the Buddy’s Back tribute band on 1 June.
For all bookings and information, call 9758 6544.