Country music had never really been my thing...some 6/7 years ago I was into the latest chart/dance/indie music and to suggest I give country a go would have been laughable. However, I was introduced to Nanci Griffith whilst browsing around Tower Records, no doubt trying to decide between 2 Unlimited or East 17, when I was suddenly stopped in my tracks. The 'album now playing' was 'Late Night, Grande Hotel' and the song, which had totally blown me away, was the title track. It was one of those songs which makes the hairs on the back of your neck stand to attention. I had never heard of Nanci Griffith but without a second thought I purchased my first Nanci album...I was not dissappointed. 'Too Late' with Tanita Tikaram on backing vocals is dreamy, 'Heaven' is to die for and 'San Diego Serenade' is a sheer delight. This album is a must. I have since then purchased most of Nanci's albums, some of which I have had to persevere with a bit, others, 'Lone Star State of Mind', I fell in love with almost immediately but none more so than this one. If you haven't already, please buy it. You won't be sorry!