Born and raised in Marietta, Georgia, Shelly E. Johnson is an Atlanta-based Christian Artist, Worship Leader and Songwriter.  Raised in a strong Christian home, it wasn’t until the age of fourteen when Shelly’s father tragically died from cancer that Shelly met God for the very first time in a real and personal way.  It was during that experience that Shelly began writing songs and felt God’s calling on her life to ministry.  In 2003, Shelly moved to Nashville to attend Belmont University, where she graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Commercial Music.  In September 2007, Shelly co-produced and released her first independent album entitled Wash It Away comprised of ten original songs.  In August 2008, Shelly’s song “Power Of The Cross” was awarded Song of the Year by the Gospel Music Association, and her song “Draw Near” was awarded Scripture Song of the Year. In June 2009, Shelly released her second album entitled Mosaic of Grace, comprised of eleven new original songs, including the award-winning signature song “Power Of The Cross”.  In February 2011, Shelly signed her first publishing and recording deal with LifeWay Worship, in partnership with Maranatha Music and is set to release a new album in 2012.  Shelly spends her time writing songs and traveling the country singing and leading worship at churches, womens conferences and other events.  Visit www.shellyejohnson.com to learn more.