Irma Thomas is the unrivaled Soul Queen of New Orleans — a title officially bestowed by local officials, no less — and ranks among Crescent City R&B’s greatest and most enduring musical ambassadors.

“As her lengthy reign as the Soul Queen of New Orleans extends into the 21st century, the great Irma Thomas continues to grow as an artist, bandleader, record producer and human being, ever gaining in accomplishment, grace, regal bearing and artistic stature.” – bluesaccess.com