After the Rain (Irma Thomas album)

After the Rain is a studio album by American soul singer Irma Thomas, released in 2006 on Rounder Records. The album marked a significant comeback for Thomas after Hurricane Katrina devastated her home city of New Orleans and displaced her. It was produced by Scott Billington and featured a mix of blues, soul, and gospel-influenced tracks.

The album showcased Thomas's powerful and expressive vocals and included a collection of cover songs and original compositions. The material explored themes of resilience, hope, and recovery in the face of adversity. Notable tracks included her rendition of Stevie Wonder's "Shelter in the Rain" and Allen Toussaint's "Time Is on My Side."

After the Rain received widespread critical acclaim and earned Irma Thomas her first Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Blues Album in 2007. The album is considered a high point in Thomas's long and distinguished career, solidifying her status as a living legend of soul music. It is also regarded as a powerful testament to the spirit of New Orleans and its people in the aftermath of a devastating natural disaster.