View Full Version : Irma Thomas - Simply Grand
Staxsun
08-04-2008, 11:16 AM
I'm listening to the new Irma CD for the first time as I write this. Irma could sing the phone book, and I'd love it. As I suspected, it's a little more of a cross between a torch song album and her last one. For those who love the soul, it might not be your favorite. It is pure Irma, however. I like the idea of pairing Irma with some great piano players. Some are better than others, of course, but I think this may get lots more spins on my CD player (and on the radio, too). It's due out in the middle of the month, I think.
chrisjoseph
08-04-2008, 11:45 AM
have heard it already, too (got an advanced copy). It's a very, very good album. Am guessing it might win her a few awards.
UkKeith
08-04-2008, 11:47 AM
I was fortunate to meet Irma in London when she was here to collect an award from Mojo Magazine in June and she kindly gave me promo copy of the album. It is certainly different to her usual collections and her voice is much more to the fore. I think there is a good chance for a second Grammy ! Go out and get it Irma fans. PS I shall also buy my own copy in order to get the full details.
glinda
08-04-2008, 12:33 PM
ooh can't wait to hear this one.
The OffBeat reviewer liked it too - I'm looking forward to hearing it.
http://offbeat.com/artman/publish/article_3218.shtml
Delta
08-04-2008, 01:35 PM
I caught her on Blues Divas on BET last night and she was great!
I caught her on Blues Divas on BET last night and she was great!
Wow, I'm sorry I missed that.
husb_2ndliner
08-15-2008, 09:48 PM
Run, don't walk, to get a copy of this CD. It is terrific with all the different piano players. Irma is front and center the star but with wonderful players behind her.
mightyradgumbo
08-16-2008, 09:14 AM
It is on my list for my next trip to LMF. Incredible voice and the piano players backing her bring it up another level of great.
chrisjoseph
08-16-2008, 08:27 PM
also available on iTunes...