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‘We’re All At the Mercy of the Cowbell Sketch’

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SNL's 'More Cowbell' sketch, 24 years later: Blue Öyster Cult's front man reflects on the enduring legacy of the iconic skit.
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  • Vocalist Eric Bloom was initially 'relieved' that the sketch was 'funny' and 'not too cruel' on the band.
  • The 'More Cowbell' sketch featuring Christopher Walken and Will Ferrell has become a pop culture phenomenon, cementing its place in the annals of SNL history.
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Eric Bloom, Christopher Walken, Will Ferrell, Blue Öyster Cult, Saturday Night Live, SNL, 'More Cowbell' sketch
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