Mims wowed audiences throughout the ‘70s as a member of such seminal Texas bands as the acoustic Wheatfield and the electrified St. Elmo’s Fire. Both groups enjoyed broad exposure through extensive American touring, highlighted by gigs at L.A.’s Troubadour and performances on the PBS series Austin City Limits. After disbanding in 1979, Connie pursued a successful career as a studio vocalist, performer and songwriter. She served on the board of the Texas Chapter of NARAS, and facilitates the Houston North Metro workshop for NSAI. She celebrated the release of her CD project, GO DEEP, produced by Jack Saunders, in 2008. She currently resides in Nashville, co-writing for various projects, and tours annually with WHEATFIELD.