From Gary P. Nunn.......

Kina Lankford’s maiden voyage CD, titled “COPENHAGEN KISSES”, arrived in my mailbox today so I immediately ran upstairs to give it a listen. I have had the pleasure to meet Miss Lankford when she opened a show for me at one of West Texas’s prime eateries and watering holes, Perrini’s Steakhouse at Buffalo Gap. I was impressed with her solo performance that evening and I am even more impressed with her CD debut.

Kina had the wisdom to tap the talented Tommy Detamore who, in my opinion is producing the best country recordings being done in Texas these days. Together they have put together a lineup of first qualify original material, including several co-writes and a sexy duet with Aaron Watson who also hails from the Abilene area. I can sense Aaron’s guidance and direction in bringing this project to fruition which also speaks to her ability to make wise decisions.

Kina has a near-classic country voice reminiscent of Loretta Lynn with just enough edge on it to identify it as coming from Texas. In fact, she covers nicely Loretta Lynn’s classic “Fist City” without being patronizing. The opener, “Gun-shy” blasts out of the chute with a strong, energetic rhythm track, with lyrics that are earthy and real and straight out of life in a small Texas Town. Her duet with Aaron Watson, “Love Me And Then” is a sensual love ballad that has top 40 country radio written all over it. My favorite is the title track, “Copenhagen Kisses”, that defines the territory with which she seems to be so familiar and displays the honesty of expression of a gifted creative artist. She seems perfectly comfortable telling the listener exactly where she’s coming from.

Last, but certainly not least, her country girl natural beauty, easy going presence, and understated sensuality are bound to attract an audience as she moves forward with her fledgling career. I like Kina Lankford and I like “Copenhagen Kisses”.

Gary P. Nunn