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Welcome to February the month famous for being uncommonly short, and being most often misspelled. It’s also Black History Month which is always good for television comedy programing. Comedy Central and others are being the best in black comedians to the forefront this month and it’s a very good thing. Incidentally it’s also national Bird-Feeding Month but that hasn’t had much of an effect on TV.
So let’s take a visit to some of the best bets for upcoming chuckles in February.
“I AIN'T SCARED OF YOU’ A TRIBUTE TO BERNIE MAC” - Comedy Central FEBRUARY 19 AT 10:00 P.M. ET/PT ON COMEDY CENTRAL
Bernie Mac is one of those comedians whose true scope and effect on the business may not be apparent to the average comedy consumer. He was more than just a comedian, but an innovator, and gifted in more than a few disciplines. His combined work as a comedian and an actor have really made a mark that’s going to permanently change how people do both. Sadly in 2008 he was taken from us far too early by complications due to pneumonia (and a broader autoimmune disorder). This documentary looks both as his comedy career, and how he developed his amazing style, as well as his later television and film work. It was produced and directed by Robert Small who also created “Back from Hell: A Tribute to Sam Kinison.” which is one of my favorites. This is a must watch.
Keep it tuned to CraveOnline.com for more on Bernie Mac including interviews, and our own look at some of Bernie Mac’s great moments.
“NICK CANNON: MR. SHOWBIZ” - February 18 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT.
You might remember Nick Cannon from “Wild N’Out” the MTV improvisation show which does so much to preserve short form improv as an art. Or, maybe you know Cannon from his being married to Mariah Carey, which is equally interesting. Regardless of how you first found him, Cannon has been on television and stages for years, and doing a fair job at all of it. This stand-up special, which is Cannon’s first, defiantly shows his trademark charm. It’s very loose, and fun, and self-effacing and it’s hard not to like every minute of it. It’s not the hardest core stand-up you’ll ever see, but it’s just so damn likable. It’s a good freshman debut.
We’ll take a look at Cannon’s career here on CraveOnline as we get closer to the special’s release. We’ll also have a full review for you a.s.a.p. Until then mark your calendar so you can watch and love Nick Cannon. You won’t be able to stop yourself.”
After the break we’ll talk about Albums coming up this Febtober.
