Girth of a Nation (Warner Bros., 2006) by Ralphie May

This is my favorite set by Ralphie May.  He walks a fine line with his racial humor, but he is able to pull it off successfully (in my opinion).  The two best routines are about the pope's death and catholicism and commentary provided by movie-goers during a preview for the film Open Water.  The album gets a bit long-winded near the end, but that's only a minor complaint.  Overall, this is a great early album from one of the funniest working comics out right now.  Much respect due.

Prime Cut (Warner Bros., 2007) by Ralphie May

Ralphie May is an equal-opportunity offender.  Although this album is not as strong as its predecessor, Ralphie is funny none the less.  From discussing why African-Americans can not wear flip flops ("Cause your feet get too ashy.  Looks like you've been throwing sidekicks at volcanoes all day, right?) to making references to Golden Girls ("Ooh, that crazy Blanch!), May is very witty and entertaining.  I especially like the part when he pays homage to The Luniz "I Got Five on It" by talking about a dessert being prepared by Rachael Ray and how "she put fuuudge onnn it."  He is a comedian that I have followed for years and will continue to as long as he is performing.