Irma Thomas, The Soul Queen of New Orleans, is beloved not only for her heart-seeking vocals and warm presence on stage, but for such 1960s hits as "Wish Someone Would Care" and "Time Is on My Side." Her first Rounder album and her appearances at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival reestablished Irma as a major contemporary figure in New Orleans r&b. Irma is accompanied on this recording by her working band, the Professionals.