Indie spotlight for January 3, 2016 (Show 90)

Elessar Thiessen's newest full length album "A Rainy Week in Paradise" exposes us to longing, angst and agony, fear and shattered confidence, and yet comes through it all with hope and joy, rooted in love, truth and deep faith.      @ElessarThiessen

John Mark Nelson is a songwriter and producer based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. John Mark Nelson quietly released his debut album 2011. His second was released in August 2012. In June 2014, Nelson released his third album, thanks to a successful Kickstarter campaign that helped him fund the project. His fourth full-length album, I'm Not Afraid, was released in September 2015 on GRNDWIRE Records.     @johnmarknelson

Jessica Lamb originally hails from the Deep South, but has spent recent time fulfilling her driving desire for adventure around the world. In the past year, she has spent 3-month stints in England, California, Tennessee, and Alabama. This appetite for exploration bleeds into her songwriting, as she writes about experiences, people, and adventures worldwide.     @jessicalamb

Justin McRoberts is a highly respected singer, songwriter and speaker who, since 1998, has carved out a niche for himself in the independent music scene. He is one of those rare artists who blends artistry, honesty and humor almost seamlessly.      @justinmcroberts