Two Tasks for Boxing Day:

For one, observe a moment of silence for the hardest workin’ man in showbiz, the Godfather of Soul, Mister James Brown. Sure, he had a turbulent personal life, but let’s remember him for the masterful showman and music-maker that he was.

Second, cast your votes at kexp.org for your favorite five albums of 2006. The Roots, Wolfmother, Silversun Pickups and DJ Krush are four of mine. Do it now!

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