Lone Star State of Mind

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Nanci Griffith’s Lone Star State of Mind is a folk and country album that blends her signature songwriting style with subtle commercial appeal. Released on MCA Nashville, the album features Griffith’s intimate vocal performances alongside contributions from steel guitarist Lloyd Green and drummer Russ Kunkel, whose big drum sound adds distinctive texture to her “folkabilly” approach. Producer Tony Brown shaped the record while preserving Griffith’s identity as one of her generation’s finest songwriters. Standout tracks include the title song, “From A Distance,” and “Trouble In The Fields,” while “Ford Econoline” pays tribute to folk singer Rosalie Sorrels and demonstrates Griffith’s deep connection to the singer-songwriter tradition.

This CD contains 11 tracks and was released by MCA Nashville. The album showcases Griffith’s ability to craft deeply personal songs without compromising artistic integrity, setting her apart from her contemporaries in country and folk music. Grab this used copy and own a record that captures one of the finest voices in American songwriting.