The WCW Career of Disco Inferno

[@Arcangel2992]

Sting is a true G for getting Disco his job back.

[@TyyTheFlyGuy]

Kanyime Sting is such a boss.

[@EdwinTheGreat337]

Disco Inferno has so much charisma. Way more than Sting.

[@JamalTheTitan]

Yeah, major props to Stings gangsta for that.

[@jreed7125]

"He's so cocky, he's so cool. He's just a disco dancin' fool" I think those are parts of the lyrics

[@jayb-clay2724]

When he steps up on the floor.... the girls are screaming we want more more more!! 🤣

[@6oclocknewsat8]

@@jayb-clay2724 You oughta see him shake and shake his booty Get down tonight and boogie oogie oogie All across the country, Disco sweeps the nation He's the Disco King, he gets a standing ovation.

[@superrobz]

Disco fever! Disco fever! Disco fever.. yeah yeah yeah yeah

[@christophernicholson20]

Imagine Disco Inferno and Dude Love as a tag team lol 😂😂😂😂😂

[@jayb-clay2724]

@@christophernicholson20 that woulda been great lol

[@SoCalChris]

Disco was a staple during the 90s on WCW Saturday Night and then Nitro. Honestly, his ability to wrestle and be so freaking entertaining, goes very under the radar and is highly underrated.

[@DrRawBalls_TheDummy]

Definitely on Saturday night

[@Allencartercomix]

I always liked Disco Inferno. From the moment his entrance music played and he started doing the "John Travolta point," it always brought a smile to my face. He was WCW's version of The Honky Tonk Man. My favorite moment of Disco was one of two hilarious segments for me watching WCW: His mocking of Konnan's music video on the March 15th 1999 episode of Nitro, the highlight of that bit having him get the term "Orale" confused with "Oil of Olay." 😆

[@nc8982]

Him and Konnan have a podcast together now

[@andrewroyle8680]

I loved the whole not understanding how to do the figure four leg lock shtick....it was HILARIOUS to me as a kid....i loved when he pulled out the paper and still couldnt figure it out lol

[@rockscousteau]

Disco Inferno is the Greatest Athlete in Sports History.

[@Gameboy-Unboxings]

Shut up.

[@conorwellman8592]

he was so much better than Honky Tonk Man both in talent and cherisma, one of my favorites of all time

[@BrimstoneButcher]

One thing I miss about WCW is the amount of variety they had during their shows. Sure, Disco Inferno was a silly gimmick but I didn't care. He was very entertaining.

[@StonedBodhiSattva]

Disco Inferno wasn't silly, it was slick and awesome! lol

[@TheHobgoblyn]

Disco Inferno was one of my favorite wrestlers at the time. I remember when he found out he was slightly over the weight limit for the crusierweight match and had to lose weight by the end of the show, but was then too exhausted to actually properly fight. Or when he claimed he was in the WWE Wolfpack and no one believed him.

[@17thNO]

The WCW mid card was as entertaining as the headliners at times. Very entertaining.

[@cld244]

This video makes me like Sting a bit more. Using his influence to get Glenn hired is a classy move.

[@davecawkwell1029]

Probably more stroke than any NWO member just never abused it. Making his say alot more selective and thoughtful

[@marycornett3165]

Sting is a great person in the ring and out he will always be my favorite wrestler of all time with Lex Lugar a close second

[@marycornett3165]

@Justin Sharpe what ever you think there youngster

[@derek-64]

well, he actually helped him get rehired. still props to sting for helping him out.

[@joesanches5089]

@@marycornett3165 disco was not just a joke.more like a comeddy act. I remember one thing about him. He couldve gotten a title shot at the title.its like nobody dosent like gimmicks.

[@bbrodriguez420]

Was never a big fan of Disco growing up, but it always looked like he was enjoying himself and just making the most of what he had. Lots of people in his position just phone it in as a midcard jobber, where as with Disco it felt like he somewhat tried to make it entertaining.

[@travismcminimy8187]

This is kind of similar to me. I was meh on him at the time, because he was usually feuding with guys I liked. But after watching so many years of wrestling, then going back and watching Disco Inferno do it, you have to appreciate the work and spirit the guy put into what should have been the stupidest, most throwaway gimmick on earth. It's like they gave him an outdated, cartoony gimmick as a joke just to make him go away, and he went and made a sort of magic with it.

[@bbrodriguez420]

​@bryoneill11 He looked like he was enjoying himself well before the 300k a year deal he got in the final few years

[@lildwell2]

I always thought that was part of his gimmick. He's supposed to be disliked and not taken seriously lol.

[@MrMGR1986]

Leading up to and during his title run, Disco was super over

[@jonmichael3280]

That match he had with Juvi at Halloween Havoc 98 was pretty impressive. He hit him with one of the cleanest piledrivers I've ever seen!

[@thecharmcityplayerbrandona8827]

I don't know why Disco Inferno gets a lot of hate Him and Chris Jericho character and fun to the Cruiserweight division in WCW

[@thenightmarenerd8086]

he's in tight with Russo. That alone is a check against him.

[@EverDownward]

I've always liked Disco, and that appreciation only continued into my adulthood. He was just a great character.

[@k.t.1641]

Disco and Alex wright lmao!! I loved those 2. Id always start dancing with them and make my mother laugh her ass off. My 10 year old butt had a great time. Man I miss those days.

[@dudethunder730]

K. T. 😂😂 what you said! KT where are you from?

[@Hiphop4life7083]

My friends and I used to do the alex wright and disco dance moves in high school. Lol Probably not the best move but we had fun and we thought it was hilarious

[@christophernicholson20]

Disco inferno was WCW's version of Dude Love (wwe)

[@legotimefuntime5438]

I miss the 90’s and WCW. My sister, Dad and I always watched Monday nitro and thunder religiously. It was tradition.

[@AJM_86]

My favorite memory of Disco Inferno was when he was trying to learn how to do Reverse Figure Four and he kept forgetting how do it every match until he brought a paper with him with instructions on how to apply the move my brothers and i got a kick out of that lol

[@DerwinDaDestroyer]

That was classic

[@TheShockninja]

A ridiculous gimmick that should not have worked but did big time.

[@kalajel]

Disco Stu does not think the gimmick was ridiculous.

[@MrMGR1986]

Glen got it over

[@LuckyStrike01]

kalajel - but Disco Stu doesn’t advertise.

[@kevinpayton2664]

The gimmick overshadowed his in-ring ability which was very good. Maybe that's why a lot of people didn't take him seriously.

[@Sickness2310]

Didn’t like him as a kid but can definitely appreciate him now

[@montrealflo3922]

Sickness2310 same

[@petergriffith1515]

How could you not like him, one of WCW best gimmick wrestler

[@nickmattio3397]

“Disco Stu Likes Disco Music!” Always had a good humiliation dance after a good move lol

[@Clips_36]

Norman Smiley would be a interesting bio tou could do but its just my opinion......just a thought

[@jasonmgomez]

I loved Norman's SCREAM! Earnest the Cat Miller as well! Somebody better call my MAMA!

[@herpderp7264]

Alex Wright too.

[@ryanbashaw4513]

What about Joey C

[@Machete87]

Norman Smiley was funny. when he was Hardcore champ was good stuff.

[@thenightmarenerd8086]

For years it perplexed that Smiley has a reputation as a legit tough badass tough guy-until I saw him in person at an autograph signing. It never really came across on TV, but the guy is huge and made out of granite. Definitely not someone you'd want to pick a fight with.

[@Bossman525]

WOW, the man actually got his own 28-minute video. Never imagined Disco Inferno to be worthy of such an extended analysis from Mr. Wrestling Bio. Do a bio on Jushin Liger as well, please.

[@jameswallen9219]

Absolutely! Liger is the guy that made me a life long wrestling fan. When he was at his peak, no one on the planet could touch Liger-san.

[@Bossman525]

@@jameswallen9219 Legendary. The first match on WCW Nitro as well with Flyin Brian Pillman.

[@lolllololllo]

@jimmie jenkins Lol, embarrassing comment

[@paulsletten8985]

Disco Inferno was so over that the fans all got disco fever.

[@EhrisaiaOShannon]

Always loved him! I remember watching with my daddy when I was 16, and getting off the couch to do the disco dance. Lmiao. 💜

[@XpappaedgeX]

THIS video is why I justify donating every month. Your commentary regarding wrestling being fun, and not taking things so serious is what we need in these times. Truth be told, I was never a DI fan during his time in WCW. I often would go back and forth between Raw and Nitro during his matches. But here I am, mid 40's, seeing life with bifocals and greater purpose, and finding myself really appreciating Glenn's efforts and dedication. And I really appreciate your feelings, in regards to his career. Thank you

[@Tacsmoker]

i get a lot of enjoyment listening to the nostalgia here, whether i loved or hated whomever is reviewed, the narration is perfectly paced and gets the right details in all the time... oh and we usually get a fun remix at the start ;-)

[@marioandrade4499]

Diso was one of my favorites of WCW. He is also one of the guys that comes to mind when WCW was in it's heyday.

[@KevinFields777]

Disco Inferno is definitely a WCW icon, one of my favorite characters. Great video!

[@robdedominic8758]

Jake has given some good advice to a few wrestlers, good for him

[@storiedworlds6261]

28 minutes. This is going to be a good one.

[@JMonGaming1991]

Is it me or does it seem like the entrance themes back in the 90’s actually fit the wrestlers compared to the music that some wrestlers have now?

[@angeltarango5662]

J Mon gaming could you name a couple examples? Thanks.

[@JMonGaming1991]

Angel Tarango like stone cold Steve Austin,the undertaker,Vader,new age outlaws,nwo wolfpac

[@breezy9297]

I liked the gimmick. It was fun, and entertaining. He was also a solid worker who could deliver pretty good matches. Everything a good mid-carder should be.

[@victorysaber1608]

Disco had an interesting move set. I still remember that sorta jaw breaker stunner move. I was so hyped when he was Wolfpack, if only it was legit. He really does have the New Jersey Italian guido look.

[@UltimateDrDoom]

The Blockbuster is a visually great move and Disco hit them so clean most of the time.

[@relicdad88]

@@UltimateDrDoom think he called it the chartbuster blockbuster was buff bagwells move pretty sure disco was awesome funny dude

[@MacStatic]

Disco inferno was my favorite wcw wrestler as a kid. Glad to see others appreciate the guy as well!

[@nascarfan88ta]

Him vs Mr Wonderful Paul Orndorff where Paul does the disco dance then drops the elbow on Discos chest was great

[@TyyTheFlyGuy]

Probably the best midcard/jobber of all time. Such a funny guy. His gimmick really wasn’t really top belt material but he did what they needed him for.

[@eweaving]

This was a fun gimmick that he used and always made me smile whenever I watched him in WCW.

[@anthonyeddington9675]

Disco was entertaining, I had fun watching him. My mom would go crazy when his music hit, she would get up dance.

[@Venemofthe888]

He had a gimmick that was not thought to be a great thing but he turned it around and got over with the audience and winning a few titles along the way. Taking the most from a opportunity

[@daniel-san-augh]

That disco fever/disco inferno mash up was, one might say, FIRE

[@xthe_nojx5820]

I unironically enjoy the Disco Inferno gimmick. Glen Gilberti is the definition of a Solid Worker. I don't know what his opinion of that gimmick was, but he always looked like he was having a blast. Gg to G.G.

[@ironman2326]

Being able to ride with Jake Robert's back in the day: priceless.

[@lewist379]

Always loved disco, he was just a lot of fun

[@chumpyman]

I am a Disco mark

[@jasonmgomez]

same here.

[@jamesniagu274]

Yea yea yea yea!

[@bpar73]

Disco Inferno and the Honky Tonk Man. Absurd gimmick ideas on paper, but both dudes crushed it. They were memorable and drew heat.

[@dethaddr]

Disco Inferno was one of my Favorite WCW personas, Like DDP, Lionheart Chris Jericho, Hollywood Hogan and Crow Sting. Absolutely looked forward to every time he came out with the WCW Television Championship.

[@ktowniecity7269]

Disco was great! You hit the nail on the head. He was a perfect reprieve from the endless NWO talk. Jericho, Raven's flock, cruiserweight athleticism, Disco comedy, La Parka's unintentional comedy as the chairman, DDP's people's champ, Benoit/Booker T/Malenko work rates, and the luchas. Those are the reasons I loved WCW back in the day. I was so tired of Flair and the NWO from the start of the MN war

[@e2go]

Disco is/was one hell of a character. Truly understood wrestling psychology and how to get heat. Still a great entertainer to this day with a great understanding of the shortcomings of the current business.

[@theonewhowokeup9987]

I'd like to see a Undertaker and the Ministry of Darkness vid.

[@thediscostu4127]

Disco Inferno was one of my boys but my favorite type of humor is silly humor. The idea that there would be some guy who is stuck in the 1970s while wrestling in the 1990s just seemed strange to me, which is why I liked it. As for the man himself he seemed like a really hard worker who sold well and always tried to make the match look like a million bucks, but clearly had a character no one was taking seriously. I always felt a good character for Glenn as an Italian guy would be a guy who was the wrestling equivalent of Johnny Fontaine (from the Godfather). Someone who was pretty good but not the best but always got a shot because he had a powerful mafia don backing him up. Imagine Bischoff being dangled off some balcony by two huge mob guys while some powerful dude in a chair makes Eric an offer he cant refuse. Next Monday, Glenn in the title match. It might have drawn some heat.

[@rocksteadyish]

Dude that's genius lol

[@traestyles25]

I liked D.I. lol he was such a staple in WCW.

[@zerocool1ist]

Aside from DDP Disco was my second fav in WCW i like DDP because he was so over he managed to get david arquette a title shot and thats how a guy who never wrestled a day in his life became WCW champion so yeah DDP had more sway then the NWO.

[@demonic-deadbeat3212]

It's a good thing he never went to WWE they would have literally killed his career.

[@ScrotumJoe34]

career?

[@stevelowe2647]

Yeah cos WCW done wonders....

[@stevelowe2647]

@@ScrotumJoe34 career is a long term job usually requiring training, so yes, career.

[@toxiciwctweets5191]

What career?

[@sherry7312]

I can see your love for the man because this is one of the longest wrestling bios video, rightfully so Glenn is amazingly underrated, great video

[@MarioUcomics]

I can't think about Disco Inferno without thinking about Alex Wright and this techno entrance

[@BOG0690]

They were a tag team once, yes?

[@bammatthews9092]

I loved Disco Inferno. There was a time when he was my favorite wrestler to watch on Nitro. I remember being a kid and making one of my Action figures a disco guy like him when I would use them in my wrestling ring.

[@LaptopmenaceMTK]

great video once again. People like disco inferno don't get enough credit, for carrying the wcw side of things during the wcw/nwo war era

[@johnfalcetta5431]

Disco was damn entertaining and more than that he was memorable. 25 years later people remember him. That's an accomplishment in itself 18:30 look at the pop he got winning the belt

[@Perfection_Personified]

The words "underrated" and "underappreciated" get thrown around way too often in wrestling but with disco it's definitely true.

[@Allan_Oliver]

Disco's Music Entrance along with American.....American MALES are the best ever! Love your channel while im a key worker it's great watching all of these videos when I get time off. (P.s ONE NIGHT STAND soon eh m8 😁)

[@GlobalWarmingSkeptic]

I loved Disco in that he was just part of the WCW flavor that had so much variety. Crusierweights, NWO vs WCW, Raven's Flock. Every title had its own feel and its own different contenders, awesome stuff at the peak of Nitro, something I miss dearly.

[@twa4life]

One interesting fact that always gets left out is that Disco teased joining the filthy animals on the August 9, 1999 Nitro. He had a match with kidman and helped kidman fight off vampiro after the match. The animals ran down and disco held his hand out to kidman to shake it. Rey even tried to hug Disco, and disco ended up pulling his hand back and walking off. He didnt join the filthy animals for like another year after this.

[@kimchi2780]

I loved Disco. He was a good change of pace during the NWO stage. Also he was a pretty good ring worker as well. His fights and teaming up with Alex Wright (Dancing Fools) was a lot of fun! I think Chris Jericho got a lot of his heel WCW/Pre Y2K persona from Disco. If you look at Jericho during his Malenko feud he was a lot like Disco, just an idiot with no self awareness. Another thing Disco did really well was started feuds and got you interested in them. He was also over as hell! The Malenko Disco match was awesome, all the Wright matches, and his matches with the mid-car Luchedors were underrated. He really elevated the Cruiserweight division.

[@donovanjd3]

thank you for making this video. Disco made WCW fun. He was one of the most interesting guys in WCW. he could work. he was great on the mic. he knew how to entertain the fans. Fans loved him . I don't understand why wrestlers mock him. many guys said that he was very good natured, and liked in the locker . but many mock the gimmick , and belittle the man. the gimmick was what it was...fun.

[@HardboiledHarris]

Now that you made a Disco Inferno episode, it's time for... GILLBERG!

[@reverendx4ever]

Disco inferno > gillberg Gillberg > HHH

[@Nepthu]

@@reverendx4ever only by a little.

[@rci-mf2we]

"A palette cleanser," boy you said it! I loved the Disco Inferno for that alone. He was a great distraction from the bloated promos Hulk and Bischoff were force feeding us. Another great video Bio Man, I was excited when you mentioned you'd do a video on Disco. Thanks for posting this one!

[@BOG0690]

Yeah. The NWO could be depressing because they reigned supreme and it never changed. Then, you had a fun, light-hearted, newer character who brought a more spontaneous and party-like atmosphere to his matches. It's good contrast

[@waynethunder11]

Which this Corona Virus going around, last thing we need is disco fever

[@Theheavymetalshop]

Would rather have the fever over the virus boogie doesnt kill flem burgers do!

[@b-bopeddie1290]

Wayne NO it is EXACTLY what we need ......

[@b-bopeddie1290]

Wayne NO it is EXACTLY what we need ......

[@b-bopeddie1290]

Wayne NO it is EXACTLY what we need ......

[@b-bopeddie1290]

Wayne NO it is EXACTLY what we need ......

[@ashleychild3874]

Couldn’t agree more,wrestling is about entertaining the fans,and he did that in spades!! Great vid.

[@charlesbird4732]

Excellent video! Thank you for this one. One of my favorite undercard wrestlers. Gimmick and all

[@DropTopAsh718]

just watched the Hannibal shoot interview disco did, and its literally what disco was saying word for word lol. love your content. i like ur videos before i play them cause i know theyll be top notch. thanks

[@Juwellz18]

This is why I enjoy your channel, you just don't focus on all the mega stars in wrestling. Disco just seemed like a dude who did his job and enjoyed doing it. Thanks again for another great video.

[@Timethread]

Thanks for including Disco Inferno.. I love the Bios.. Glad you are including All the different levels of Wrestlers.. Not just the Fan Favorites.. btw, it took me a long while to dig disco inferno .. back in the day. .. but yes he was entertaining.. Thanks again..

[@CRAZYHORSE19682003]

I liked the character. I would love to see you do a video about my favorite jobber Screaming Norman Smiley.

[@asantemoitt133]

Good work on the Disco video. I've been Jonesing for you to touch on the WCW TV title picture. Growing up I've always favored mid card guys . Disco paid his dues.

[@Cruggsy122]

Wrestling Bios probably has to be one of the best wrestling channels of youtube. Honestly brilliant work, keep it up! These bios on wrestlers life you make are honestly fantastic!

[@ericpetersen6343]

i remember more about his tv title run then most of the nwo stuff that was going on a the time and its still one my favorite runs because of how much he improved with his ring work

[@robertsharpless999]

I was excited to see this video up but by the end, this video is one of my favorites on the channel. Keep up the great work!

[@claytonhusted]

I didn't like Disco when I watched him on tv. Looking back today, he was a pretty awesome wrestler.

[@srzjumper]

So first time I saw this guy I thought it was a joke, but then when he got in the ring, Disco made some unique moves I've never seen before and I was impressed how good a wrestler he was. A very successful wrestling career on mid-card.

[@hotrob4000]

Outstanding video! I really enjoyed the disco fever in his hay day! I watched him live bash at the beach in San Diego years ago. Thank you!

[@tonedogg9335]

I like when disco and buff bagwell were guests on Jenny Jones show.

[@brookswilliams5239]

Yoooo! You took me back with that comment 😂😂

[@seany84uk]

I always liked disco and he got some big reactions during his tv title run. I dont get why wwe didnt use him in the invasion angle

[@antoniofreeman9873]

Great work on Disco man I enjoyed everything u highlighted about him straight facts keep it goin bro 💯

[@tonedogg9335]

I liked disco.. He was very nice in person every year at halloween havov at mgm Grand garden arena...Disco inferno would arrive early and party friday night saturday till 6am sunday (day of ppv). Lol. Loved the gimmick.

[@DerDyx]

I needed this video. Very underrated Entertainer at the time imo. Thank you very much :)

[@g_g_chris]

loved Disco Inferno. he was so funny and always entertaining. easily one of my favs. thanks for the video.

[@jmhproductions7335]

Glen was over like Rover.. I was at a WCW PPV, when Disco came out and the whole mood changed. People went bananas…

[@hutchdaniel2703]

Val Venus then Disco Inferno! I went to sleep on April 17th and woke up on Christmas

[@vilecrow]

I stopped my other video just to watch this one. Disco Inferno was unironically one of my favorite new faces in the wcw. I remember me and my brother dancing all over the living room when he would be coming down the ramp. Was very refreshing considering there was a lot of edgy characters during the this time.

[@Blayz293]

I never ever said to myself “wow I can’t wait to watch a wrestling documentary about disco inferno that guy is really interesting” boy was I wrong... Thank you for the content

[@pasmater3286]

DISCO INFERNO! My favorite mid-card guy ever :)

[@ManNamedEd]

He was such a FUN Character to watch!! GREAT Video!!!

[@seXXXpac]

I was a big Disco Inferno fan! I always found him entertaining and fun to watch. I remember the "Vic Venom" piece and was super excited to see him make his WWF debut.. until it didn't happen. Either way, he did what wrestlers are supposed to do: entertain. In my opinion, he did it very well. Thanks for the video!!

[@walker1984]

He's very underrated and often overlooked.

[@InkWarrior]

Loved watching the guy. He was always having fun and was fun to watch. The fans loved him too; he was incredibly over.

[@anthonygaunt2957]

Disco was one of my favorites in WCW. In my opinion he was good all around.

[@Pudward69]

Disco was a fun character. Quite successful with his 2 TV Titles, Cruiserweight Title and Tag Title. He was in the nWo, even playing a part in ending Goldberg's streak. Surprised they didn't team up Disco with Mike Awesome (during his That 70s Guy phase). Disco was another one of those 90s guys who had a solid run, won some Titles, but sorta became forgotten, just like so many from the 80s, 70s, 00s, 10s, etc... Hopefully he saved his money. Interesting to see him competing again in Impact Wrestling.

[@DexterCHall-dq5fx]

I swear man, you have the best channel on KZbin!!

[@krisisnWo]

This was great, I used to love The Disco Inferno. Also you’re remix to his theme was awesome. I love your videos.

[@johnb5082]

18:31 such an awesome shot of the crowd reaction

[@joser421.1]

I really like this change of format you did for this video. I love learning about more than just the matches. Could you apply it to both future ones, or maybe revisit some of the bios that were more focused on the in-ring work?

[@madhat2k]

I always thought he would of been a great Royal Rumble entrant.

[@joshuadowns8661]

Awww man. Used to really enjoy Disco when he came out while I was a kid

[@nuthinnew3881]

I love each and every one of your entrance music remixes at the start of the videos, but this one was exceptional. If I heard that banging from the cheese room i'd be in there like a shot