Review: Kris Bonaparte, Kris Bonaparte Is The Truth

Kris Bonaparte is an expert with words. From the very beginning of the Montreal native’s set, he draws you in with a naughty joke that unfolds perfectly. He knows exactly how much information to give and in what order. When it all ties together in the end, there’s a huge payoff that launches into the next well-crafted story.

There’s some fun tension between Bonaparte’s tough guy-isms and his domesticated life. He shines in "Streetfight" where he meets his limits, and "Better Than Reality" where he asks his subconscious mind to aim higher.

The material is edgy. Nothing feels malicious, but it’s not safe-space-friendly either. Fans of Dave Attell and Jerrod Carmichael will pick up what Bonaparte is throwing down.

Near the end of the album, he outlines some moments he’s not proud of. These seem to serve as an acknowledgment for Bonaparte. He’s not making a larger point about tolerance. He is more so asking himself and his audience to be aware of their negative traits.

The album, clocking in at 41 minutes, is appropriately named. Kris Bonaparte knows his truth, and he isn’t ashamed to share it.

Kris Bonaparte Is The Truth was released July 1, 2020.
Listen to it here.

Kris Bonaparte Is the Truth ℗ 2020 Kris Bonaparte