Michigan Musician and Poet Angela Josephine Releases Nashville Produced CD; Single Climbing Indie Charts

The conviction of a preacher collides with the spirit of an artist in the music of Angela Josephine. 'Grace Exhaled,' her second CD, was produced in Nashville and showcases her talents on hammered dulcimer, as well as guitar and piano.

Traverse City, MI (PRWEB) August 17, 2005 -- Angela Josephine has come a long way from writing and producing songs in her basement.

The Traverse City-based singer-songwriter's latest CD, Grace Exhaled," is being released Aug. 27 and will be launched at a party hosted by House of Hope. The album was produced in Nashville and features talents including John Pisciotta (Amy Grant, Pete Cetera), Wade Jaynes (dcTalk, Sheryl Crow) and Chris Omartian (Rebecca St. James).

Going to Nashville was a great experience," Josephine said. Working with a team of people made my project take on a depth that I couldn't have gotten on my own. My producer, John Pisciotta, is very gifted at putting that kind of team together. I feel that the best of my art was brought forward in a way that added dimension without sacrificing what is uniquely me."

Grace Exhaled" explores new territory for Josephine, showcasing diverse instrumentation like mountain and hammered dulcimers along with her customary guitar and piano tunes. Josephine's music has always defied the molds of traditional Christian pop, and her new album is no different as she explores a variety of genres, including folk, rock, contemplative piano tunes and spoken-word poetry. The first single to be released, Mind Over Mercy, has a Norah Jones -esque feel, and is already climbing the Indie music charts. The instrumental title track, which has a "roll down the windows and drive" feel, is a percussive pleasure driven by the hammered dulcimer.

Josephine was inspired to write the album track House of Hope" after volunteering for the national organization of the same name. When her local House of Hope offered to host the release, it was a natural fit.

Angela Josephine has been a good friend to House of Hope," said Craig O'Connor, Director of Development. Her heart for our ministry to young people is evident in the time she dedicates to House of Hope, and her warm interaction with our residents, staff and families. Angela's music speaks to the heart of our relationship with God and we are honored to partner with her."

Josephine is also an advocate for Compassion International and presents their mission of releasing children from poverty. Earlier this year, Josephine spent a week in Peru serving and ministering to the needy. The experience was life-changing.

It hits you at so many different levels and at unexpected times," the musician comments. I found myself crying in the shower shortly after I got back because I was suddenly aware of how precious something like hot water is and how there are so many people -- people I now know - who do not have hot water, let alone any water at all."

Grace Exhaled" is Josephine's second CD, following up on her self-produced debut, a restful sense of urgency." The strong reviews and encouragement from the first CD provided the impetus for the even more ambitious follow-up.

I used to have my conceptions about where I wanted to take my music," Josephine said. I am realizing more and more it is my music that is taking me. And anything beyond that... any good it does anyone... I pray have everything to do with God and nothing to do with Angela Josephine."

Josephine plans on setting up a fall tour throughout the Midwest. She is available for women's retreats, camps, festivals, coffee houses and church concerts, bringing with her a unique blend of original poetry, art, stories and music. Grace Exhaled" will also be available online at www.angelajosephine.com and at other Internet distributors including Amazon.Com.

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