Known for her hits in the 1960s, Irma
Thomas–the Soul Queen of New Orleans–later
won Grammy nominations for her live album and became a
beloved favorite at the annual New Orleans Jazz and Heritage
Festival. Forty-six years after her first recording, she
remains a cultural icon.
British soul-pop singer James
Hunter, who sang backup for Van Morrison before breaking
out on his own, coheadlines to bring one night of funk,
soul, and blues to the Minnesota Zoo.
Irma Thomas & James Hunter will be performing Thursday,
June 26th at the Minnesota Zoo.
All concerts begin at 7:30pm. Rain or shine. |