Jessa Anderson Introduces New CD:

Sometimes our weakest moments or the thing we most fear can teach us the greatest lessons. That’s a big theme on this CD.

Jessa Anderson is not herself anymore, and that’s a good thing.

The Nashville-based singer/songwriter, who grew up in metro Detroit,  introduced her second CD, Not Myself Anymore, at a concert on Friday, March 19, at 7 p.m. at Woodside Bible Church in Troy.

2010 is shaping up to be the most exciting year yet for the 24-year-old singer/songwriter. During the next six months, Anderson and husband/co-musician Jordan are releasing her CD, touring, performing at the Alive10 Festival, and having a baby.

Anderson’s honest and intensely personal writing style continues on her sophomore release with 10 new songs. Her unique Christian-themed music combines meaningful pop with a rock/jazz influence.

For Not Myself Anymore, Anderson drew inspiration from two years of life on the road. From energetic youth groups to established congregations to those living in extreme poverty, Anderson has shared her music with people from all walks of life and learned a lot in the process.

“This CD represents a lot of growth in my life, both musically and personally,” says Anderson. “I’m maturing artistically and sharing my life experiences through music.

“I chose Not Myself Anymore as the title track because it’s a great song, but also because I love the idea that God uses our experiences to change us for the better. Sometimes our weakest moments or the thing we most fear can teach us the greatest lessons. That’s a big theme on this CD.”

Anderson released her debut album, Fundamentally Broken, in 2008. Since then, she and Jordan have toured throughout the U.S., Canada, Ecuador, Romania, Germany, and Portugal.

Last year Anderson was chosen as the winner of the ALIVE09 New Artist Talent Search, resulting in a spot in the ALIVE10 lineup. Anderson will perform at Alive10 on Saturday, June 26, at Atwood Lake Park, Mineral City, OH.

To learn more about Anderson’s music, visit www.jessaanderson.com or iTunes.

To arrange an interview or arrange an appearance, contact Anderson at booking@jessaanderson.com or call 615-497-4898.

January 19, 2009
For Immediate Release
Contact: Tim Fausch
New Voice Media
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On the heels of the release of her first CD, Fundamentally Broken, singer/songwriter Jessa Anderson is connecting with today’s Christian music lovers with her unique style and lyrics. Response has been especially strong among the 14- to 29-year-old crowd.

“I think the reason my songs are resonating is that I write honestly about things I’ve experienced or witnessed,” Anderson said. “I try to address real issues, and that’s how people are connecting.”

Looking at the world through 23-year-old eyes provides a fresh platform for songwriting.

“I think my generation sometimes views the world as broken or misguided,” Anderson said. “Our perspective on culture dictates the way we live, and I’ve tried to reconcile that for listeners with my faith in Jesus Christ.”

“I think in the past hardship has been swept under the rug in favor of topics that make us feel good, but I think people my age respond best to authentic and honest living, which doesn’t always equal perfection.”

Anderson’s common denominator with prior generations of Christian songwriters is her faith that the solutions to life’s problems do come only through the Lord.

“In tackling our issues, each of us has to find our answers in Christ,” Anderson said. “What I’m learning and writing about is that these solutions are not predictable or routine. We each have a unique journey unfolding day by day.”

Since the release of Fundamentally Broken, an 11-song CD recorded at Big Dog Studios in Nashville, Anderson has been sharing her music live, on the Web, and on radio stations in the U.S. and Scotland. She and husband Jordan Anderson also performed in Quito, Ecuador, as part of a mission trip to share Christmas with 10,000 Ecuadorians.

Review copies of Fundamentally Broken are available upon request by contacting New Voice Media. Song styles range from driving pop/rock tunes to contemplative ballads. To sample her songs, visit www.jessaanderson.com or www.myspace.com/JessaAnderson .

To arrange for an interview, contact Jessa Anderson at 615-497-4898 or Anderson.jessa@gmail.com.

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