Rhythm and Jews:

"Catholics basically believe the same teachings that Baptists believe. We just do it without the rhythm. But we try. We are not as without rhythm as some of our Jewish brothers and sisters." ~ Gov. Andrew Cuomo, a Roman Catholic, speaking ecumenically at a Baptist church in Harlem.

Soul and Jazz 2006

I did quick takes on some of the best soul, rhythm & blues, jazz and blues albums I encountered last year. You can read them here.