Summary: <p>Fred Armisen’s career has followed an unpredictable trajectory. Armisen spent nearly a decade drumming with Trenchmouth, a punk rock band remembered for its spirited cacophony. When he got tired of carrying his own equipment, Armisen picked up a video camera and began creating improvised characters.</p> <p>Fred relates stories from his years in the Los Angeles comedy club scene, drumming for the Blue Man Group, and working on <em>SNL</em>, where he met his idol, Steve Martin. And it’s true: Armisen really does love Portland.</p> <p><a href="http://www.wnyc.org/story/233840-fred-armisen/transcript/">READ | Interview transcript</a></p>
