Artist Bio:
Irma Thomas is an American singer known as the "Soul Queen of New Orleans." She was born on February 18, 1941, in Ponchatoula, Louisiana. Thomas began her music career in the 1950s and gained popularity in the 1960s with hits like "Time Is on My Side" and "Wish Someone Would Care." She is renowned for her powerful voice and emotional delivery, which earned her a reputation as one of the finest soul singers of her generation.
Irma Thomas has received numerous accolades throughout her career, including a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Blues Album in 2007 for her album "After the Rain." She was also inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame in 2007. Thomas continues to perform and record music, showcasing her soulful vocals and timeless talent to audiences around the world.
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