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Drunk in Public

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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

While casually sipping his gin and dragging on a cigarette, Ron White transports his audience to pure comedic bliss. And like the title of this review, his comedy isn't always pretty, but it's always funny. And I'm not talkin' "chuckle funny." This is "laugh 'til the tears roll down your cheeks" funny. And White's CD DRUNK IN PUBLIC thoroughly showcases this comedian's hilarious talent.

White has a wonderful gift of delivery and timing. He sets up each joke--each punchline--with all the mastery of a wizard at the pinnacle of his craft. Sure, there's profanity, and White discusses and tackles several topics that are less than pleasant, yet his crudeness and vulgarity are merely instruments to his uncanny ability to cut to the chase and deliver an anecdote as efficiently and fluidly as a high performance engine hitting on all cylinders. White doesn't mince words, he doesn't waste time--he goes for the comedic jugular and never lets up.

If you're one of those politically correct types, don't waste your time with this CD. However, if you're looking for some genuinely funny material that's irreverently raunchy and dares to make us look at and laugh at ourselves, pick up DRUNK IN PUBLIC. It's guaranteed to pick you up.
--D. Mikels

As a non-US resident who has never had the chance to see Ron White live, this CD was perfect. I first encountered him through the Blue Collar tour and thought his style of dry humour was the best I have ever heard.

When I heard they were releasing a CD of his own, it was like Xmas and I was certainly not disappointed. While some of his material I have heard before (being thrown out of the bar in NYC is the funniest piece of storytelling ever), the new material I heard on this disc blew me away. From the opening piece on the price of sunglasses to his views on his rich in laws and car servicing, you will laugh very, very hard. Its the kind of humour we can all relate to, as it is the stupidity we all encounter every day put into words.

Ron White is an incredibly funny and original comedian. Anyone who saw him on the Blue Collar Comedy Tour should certainly attest to that. He rants and raves about all sorts of things in a very interesting fashion. Ron proves that he's not just another typical redneck comedian building off of redneck stereotypes, such as Larry the Cable Guy and Jeff Foxworthy. This is good because he doesn't end up alienating his audience by only telling jokes only Southerners can appreciate.

If you already have the "Tater Salad" DVD, don't bother buying this CD, since the DVD has basically all the same comedy and even more. Also, don't bother buying the Blue Collar Comedy Tour if you want to see "more" of Ron since his skit is basically an abridged version of his act with 1 or 2 new things thrown in.

He is rather crude at times, but if you're not offended by dirty language then you're bound to have fun. I would not recommend playing this for the first time while driving your car, because odds are you'll be laughing so hard that you're bound to be a driving hazard.

...bar none.

I caught this act on TV and my wife and I CRIED (not laughed - CRIED) through the whole thing. I bought the CD and it's even better without the bleeps.

I HIGHLY recommend this to anyone who doesn't take themselves too seriously.

This is one of those comedy CDs that you can listen to over and over again and laugh your butt off everytime. Ron White is absolutely hilarious. Too bad there isn't a video/dvd of this one because Ron is hysterical to watch, as you know if you've seen the Blue Collar Comedy Tour. Beware, however, the lyrics are quite explicit...nothing like Blue Collar Comedy Tour. Very funny! You can't go wrong with this one if you need one of those good belly laughs!

As soon as I saw Ron White on the Blue Collar Comedy Tour, I cruised the web looking for his tour schedule. Within 2 weeks, my sister and I traveled 5 hours out of state to see him. Believe me, it was well worth the trip. We laughed until it hurt. Fortunately for you, he is now available on CD. Without a doubt, Drunk in Public rates 5 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.

I'm a HUGE fan of Ron White, but don't waste your money! I pre-ordered this because I was so excited about a new video. I watched it immediately and was so disappointed. He was so laid back I almost fell asleep, I kept waiting for him to get into his groove but it never happened. I really feel like this video was quickly made only to make Ron White more money. His last joke was an OLD JOKE that wasn't his funniest joke either. Big disappointment and I hope someone from his staff reads this review and gets Ron off his duff and make a video with NEW and FUNNY stuff. We all know he can do it ~ so let us have it.

If you only heard Ron White on the Blue Collar Comedy Tour, you ain't heard nuttin yet! Once Ron steps away from the tame surroundings of the BCCT, it's no holds barred for him! He attacks everything from vegetarians, to rich people, to sunglass stores, to Bud Adams, and he does it good!