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The Chris Isaak Show (2001)

S1E5 The Real Me

Apr 09, 2001 Season 1 Episode 5 Comedy

Chris is overjoyed when his cousin Ordell arrives in town with his new band. However, his excitement quickly turns to disappointment upon learning that Ordell's band, Blue Hotel, is a tribute act dedicated to Chris Isaak. Despite his frustration, Chris feels guilty about a past lawn-dart accident that cost Ordell a toe, preventing him from confronting his cousin. Ordell borrows Chris’s clothing and even dates some of his ex-girlfriends. When Ordell records a tacky commercial for a chicken restaurant using one of Chris's songs, Chris can no longer stay silent. Meanwhile, Chris's bandmates are both fascinated and horrified by their doppelgängers in the tribute band. Anson connects with Deke, his wild counterpart, while Roly becomes smitten with the actress portraying Hershel, much to Hershel's annoyance. Yola is caught in the middle, trying to manage the chaos while also dealing with her complicated feelings for Cody, the arrogant new