Ron White - Drunk in Public
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Free Music Review: "Can't ride home on a bowl of goat..." (4.5 stars)
Hit: 4 Stars
Ron White is a very funny and talented comedian that has a lot of potential, and that potential is very well displayed on his first album, "Drunk in Public." While many were introduced to him through the comedy concert movie, "Blue Collar Comedy Tour," I first heard of him through some of my friends. So, I decided to purchase the CD without hearing the man do a single set. It is a decision that I'm happy I made, because Ron White knows how to show you a good time without breaking a sweat.White talks about a variety of things on his album... most of them involve drinking. Hence the title of the album. Still, he talks about a lot of other things as well. He talks about being married to a "spoiled" wife with rich parents, and how she can't really do anything on her own. He talks about an experience on a small plane where they were uncertain if they would ever see home again... although, Ron didn't really care since he was drinking. A nervous passenger asks him if one of the engines burn out how far will the other one take them, and Ron casually replies, "Right to the crash site." He even bets the man that they'll beat the paramedics there by a half an hour. He talks about his cousin who loves to hunt, and he talks his loathing of Sears. There's many more on the album, but those are just some of the real headliners.
I really enjoyed listening to this album. Ron White is a very relaxed comic... so relaxed that he actually drinks and smokes during his routine. His set never feels forced or recycled. He's very subtle and confident about his material, and it really shows. His "relaxed" style really works for his routine and makes him a real standout.
The only problem I had with the album is that it's too short. The total running time is a little over 39 minutes long. Usually, comedy routines on albums run about an hour long (sometimes a little less, sometimes even a little more). I was kind of sad that the CD was so short. I remember saying to myself, "That's it?!" It is only a minor complaint, but I still feel that the album could've been a little longer. I'm sure he didn't run out of material.
My favorite tracks are "sunglasses," "truth in advertising," "plane crash," "ten days in los angeles," "outlaw video games," "married to a wealthy woman," "lug nut day," and "they call me 'tater salad.'" I like them all, but those are some of my favorites.
Ron White's "Drunk in Public" is a very funny first album, and it shows a lot of promise for future achievements. Despite it being a tad short, it's still a very worthy listen. I think that he will really go places if he keeps it up. If you're looking for a funny comedian that is subtle and hilarious, Ron White is your man. Don't forget to enjoy a nice cold one when you pop this bad boy into the stereo. -Michael Crane
Free Music Review: Should have been 5 stars
Hit: 4 Stars
Tbere are 2 reasons I only give this album 4 stars instead of 5. First is that we already heard about 1/3 to 1/2 of the material on the "Blue Collar Comedy Tour" DVD. Well, at least we get to hear the uncensored, raw, F-bomb dropping comedy instead of the sanitized, Foxworthy-ized comedy.The second reason "Drunk in Public" doesn't get a fifth star has nothing to do with Ron's performance or material. It has to do with the audience. There's a woman in the audience whose laugh seems to be one long whinny, as if she's at the Def Comedy Jam. Owners of the CD know precisely who I'm talking about. She is a major distraction from the enjoyment of the star of the show. If the producers of this album are reading this review, shame on you for not digitally removing her brays from an otherwise brilliant comedy CD. (And if whinny-woman reads this review, shut the hell up next time you loudmouthed harpy!)
Free Music Review: A good rehash
Hit: 4 Stars
If you've seen BLUE COLLAR COMEDY (the movie) then you've heard most the jokes on this cd. I got it because of the "Thrown out of a Bar" routine which totally cracked me up. It would have been nice if he'd had more new material but I don't regret buying the cd. I'm looking forward to his next one.Oh yeah, I have GOT to get his shirt that says:"I HAD THE RIGHT TO REMAIN SILENT....I JUST DIDN'T HAVE THE ABILITY".
Free Music Review: Diamonds--that'll shut her up
Hit: 4 Stars
Ron deserves a 5, but the CD gets a 4 for the ear-popping screeching laughter of one audience member (read biggfoote's review!). I appreciate a good audience backup as part of the liveliness of a performance, but her pitch must be the last stop before noises only dogs can hear.
That said, Ron is superb comedic storyteller and this CD is well worth the purchase.
Free Music Review: Ron White very good
Hit: 4 Stars
This album is soooo funny. If you like crude and raunchy comedy, you'll LOVE this album. If you hate that type of comedy(e.x. my mom) you will hate this aLbum. This is an especially great 1'st album. The only bad part is, there is this woman in the audience that has a very annoying laugh.
Final Thought - Buy this album, but only if you like raunchy humor