Biography
Comedian Mark Gross steps onstage wearing a button-up shirt paired with a tie, his hair cut short and his expression conveying a weary outlook. That visual presentation leaves crowds unprepared for the profanity-laced comedy that frequently matches his last name in aptness. After developing his skills in improvisation with the Amore Brothers and then working the stand-up circuit, he secured his initial major opportunity in 1996 by serving as opener for Howie Mandel across a nationwide tour. The following year brought a writing position on the nationally syndicated radio program The Bob & Tom Show, where he also made sporadic on-air appearances. His contributions to Bill Maher’s Politically Incorrect marked his entry into television, while the 1997 release Sexual Odometer served as his first recorded project. A 2002-2003 run alongside Dave Chappelle elevated him to larger stages, yet the 2003-2004 tour with Rodney Carrington proved pivotal for his career. Carrington emerged as Gross’ strongest advocate, bringing him on as a writer once Carrington premiered his own 2004 series titled Rodney. Carrington further connected Gross with Capitol Nashville, which issued the comedian’s second album, Meet Mark Gross, in August of 2005.
Albums
