The Jerky Boys is the self-titled debut comedy

Comedy

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 album by prank call

Prank call

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 artists, the Jerky Boys

Jerky Boys

The Jerky Boys are an American comedy duo from Queens, New York, whose routine consists of prank telephone calls and other related skits. Formed in 1989, The Jerky Boys were made up of childhood friends Johnny Brennan and Kamal Ahmed...

. The album was released in 1993

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 by Atlantic Records

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' subsidiary Select Records

Select Records

Select Records is an American record label. Among its most popular acts were Chubb Rock, AMG, The Jerky Boys, Kid 'n Play, UTFO, Whistle, and The Real Roxanne...

, which was formerly an independent

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 New York City

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-based label previously known for releasing rap music.

The album was well received by critics and the public alike, eventually reaching double platinum sales certification

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 by the Recording Industry Association of America

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, making it their best-selling album.

Track listing

1. "Irate Tile Man"
2. "Unemployed Painter"
3. "Laser Surgery"
4. "Insulator Job"
5. "Egyptian Magician"
6. "Sol's Glasses"
7. "Car Salesman"
8. "Sushi Chef"
9. "Super Across The Way"
10. "The Gay Model"
11. "The Home Wrecker"
12. "Auto Mechanic"
13. "Dental Malpractice"
14. "Starter Motor Repair"
15. "Hurt At Work"
16. "Hot Rod Mover"
17. "Firecracker Mishap"
18. "Punitive Damages"
19. "Piano Tuner"
20. "Gay Hard Hat"
21. "Uncle Freddie"
22. "Promo Id's"