Megaphone Crooners (Monsters of Megaphone)

1 Star, 1. Poor: Lacks any coherent humor or appeal, failing completely to engage or amuse the audience.2 Stars, 2. Weak: This sketch has few redeeming qualities, with humor that falls flat and performances that don't deliver.3 Stars, 3. Below Average: Lacks consistent laughs, with uneven pacing or humor that doesn't quite land.4 Stars, 4. Average: An ordinary sketch with some humor, but it struggles to leave a lasting impression.5 Stars, 5. Above Average: Decent overall with enough humor to keep it engaging, but not particularly memorable.6 Stars, 6. Good: Solidly entertaining with some great moments, though it may lack some flair to make it standout.7 Stars, 7. Very Good: This sketch has notable humor and creativity, making it a strong and enjoyable watch.8 Stars, 8. Great: Very entertaining with consistent laughs and clever writing that impresses and delights.9 Stars, 9. Excellent: Exceptionally funny and well-crafted, this sketch captures perfect comedic timing and strong performances.10 Stars, 10. Masterpiece: This sketch is a comedic gem, delivering unparalleled laughter and originality that's unforgettable.

A brilliant parody of early 20th century music documentaries featuring two rival "megaphone crooners" - Dickie Crickets and Kid Jersey. The sketch satirizes music rivalry documentaries and nostalgia programming through a mockumentary format. Dickie Crickets sings futuristic songs about things that haven't been invented yet (like "Aeroplane," "Electric Sports Bra," "Time Machine," and "Counterfeit Money Machine") while Kid Jersey becomes more popular by coining the phrase "thank you" and being polite. The sketch escalates absurdly when federal agents arrest Dickie for his "Counterfeit Money Machine" song. The documentary format features deadpan interviews with people who knew the crooners, perfectly capturing the style of actual music history documentaries. Bob Odenkirk and David Cross deliver excellent performances as the rival crooners, with Tom Kenny providing hilarious commentary as an interviewer/narrator.

According to Bob Odenkirk on the DVD commentary, he got the idea from watching a documentary on TV about Al Jolson where people who worked with Jolson thought he was talented but hated him personally. One of the most beloved Mr. Show sketches by fans.