Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Irma Thomas

Aug 16, 2024 · SFJAZZ, San Francisco, CA SFJAZZ, San Francisco, CA

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Preservation Hall Jazz Band

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Preservation Hall Jazz Band, founded by Allan Jaffe in the 1960s in New Orleans, is iconic for its traditional jazz. Known for albums like "That's It!" and collaborations with artists like Foo Fighters, the band champions New Orleans' jazz legacy globally. Ben Jaffe continues the family's musical heritage, fusing Afro-Cuban and R&B elements into their sound.

Irma Thomas

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New Orleans soul legend Irma Thomas, known as the Soul Queen, is famed for hits like "Wish Someone Would Care" and "Anyone Who Knows What Love Is." She worked with Allen Toussaint, inspired the Rolling Stones, and earned multiple Grammy nods.