George Carlin

George Carlin: Jammin’ in New York

1992 Directed by Rocco Urbisci

When George Carlin is asked which HBO concert is his favorite, his answer was always, “Jammin’ In New York.” The show, taped at the Paramount Theater in Madison Square Garden and winner of the 1992 CableACE Award, is a perfect blend of biting social commentary and observational pieces.

Jammin' in New York is George Carlin's 14th album and eighth HBO special, recorded on April 24 and 25, 1992, at the Paramount Theater, on the grounds of Madison Square Garden in New York City. Topics include the war in the Persian Gulf, similarities and differences among average Americans and language used at airports. The album won a Grammy Award in 1993 for Best Spoken Comedy Album.