Joe DeRosa has become a celebrated figure in the comedy world, renowned for his distinctive blend of brutal honesty and palpable frustration with the absurdities of modern life. As a writer, actor, and standup comedian, DeRosa has captivated audiences across the nation, strengthening his reputation with both live performances and media appearances.
DeRosa's rise in the comedy circuit can be attributed to his ability to connect with audiences through his incisive and unfiltered comedic style. In February 2013, he recorded his second half-hour special for Comedy Central, a testament to his burgeoning popularity. Later that year, in April, he ventured into the recording studio once more to lay down tracks for his third standup comedy album, "You Will Die." This followed the success of his first two albums, "The Depression Auction" and "Return of The Son of The Depression Auction," which were released under Comedy Central Records in 2010 and 2011, respectively.
In addition to his standup work, DeRosa has made significant contributions to comedic storytelling through his inventive web series. In 2013, he created, wrote, and starred in the series "We Should Break Up" for Official Comedy, following a successful 2012 with "What Are We Waiting For?" on The Warner Sound. His talents extend into film as well; in 2011, DeRosa co-wrote, directed, and starred in the short film "CHEAT" alongside fellow comedians Bill Burr and Robert Kelly. The film's success at The Tribeca Film Festival laid the groundwork for a book adaptation released by Simon and Schuster in October 2012.
DeRosa’s extensive television and radio appearances contribute to his broad appeal. He has been a familiar face on History Channel's "I Love the 1880's," as well as making appearances on HBO's "Bored To Death," FX's "Louie," and IFC's "Z-Rock." His sharp wit has also been featured on E's "Chelsea Lately" and DirecTV's "The Artie Lange Show." A regular voice on Sirius XM's "The Opie and Anthony Show" and Fox News' "Redeye with Greg Gutfeld," DeRosa reaches diverse audiences with his humor.
Touring nationwide, DeRosa headlines at comedy clubs and colleges and has shared his comedic insights at renowned festivals including South By Southwest, The Montreal Comedy Festival, The Moontower Comedy Festival, The New York Comedy Festival, Bonnaroo, and The Great American Comedy Festival. With each performance, Joe DeRosa continues to solidify his status as a thought-provoking and relatable comedian, earning the admiration and laughter of fans everywhere.