Stand-up comedian and freestyle rapper Isaac Knox steps into the spotlight with the release of his debut solo comedy special, Name Calling, now streaming on YouTube.
Filmed inside the intimate setting of Reverie Room NYC and directed by Cooper O’Hearn, the special delivers a raw, unfiltered look at Knox’s life, blending sharp stand-up, personal storytelling, and off-the-cuff freestyles.
Name Calling lives up to its title—using names as a throughline to explore everything from social progress and modern dating apps to Knox’s religious upbringing, personal insecurities, and journey through the battle rap scene. Drawing from his experience performing with leagues like Grind Time Now, King of the Dot (KOTD), No Coast, and BearArmz, Knox seamlessly merges his lyrical roots with his comedic voice.
Shot in front of an audience made up of both friends and strangers, the special captures a unique energy—equal parts vulnerable and chaotic. Knox leans into the absurd while never losing sight of the deeply personal, creating a performance that feels as honest as it is unpredictable.
With Name Calling, Isaac Knox introduces himself as a multi-dimensional performer unafraid to blur the lines between comedy and music, intellect and irreverence. It’s a debut that’s as thoughtful as it is ridiculous—and a clear statement that Knox is carving out his own lane in modern comedy.
