Artists:Lynn Frances Anderson

Powerhouse singer - songwriter, Lynn Frances Anderson has just released her third CD, Born Lucky. Born Lucky features mandolin/fiddle virtuoso, Joe Craven (David Grisman Quintet) and slide master, Kirby Kelley . Kirby Kelley is currently performing with blues legend, Bugs Henderson. Anderson’s commitment to positive and inspiring songwriting weaves through the recording. From the encouraging ballad, “Hold On” to the ripping ska-infused rocker, “Painful”, the songs are artfully arranged. The first singles from this CD are “Time to Learn to Heal”, “Road to New Orleans ”, “I’m Not Sorry”.

Anderson and her commanding vocals are the foundation of her work. Performance venues vary – theatres, concert halls, large festivals and a variety of other venues. Anderson prefers performing with her five piece band for larger shows, but is now also touring as a solo or duo act.

Anderson writes with passion and clarity. She is a prolific songwriter covering a variety of styles. She pushes herself to explore new territory both lyrically and musically, yet still maintains the LFA signature sound which arrives through her voice.

Anderson’s previous two CDs are My Famous Friend (1997) and Beautiful Morning (2000).

Anderson’s second CD, Beautiful Morning, helped her to gain a foothold for success in the ever changing music industry. Beautiful Morning features Bob Dylan's legendary violinist, Scarlet Rivera . (Bob Dylan, Keb Mo, Tracy Chapman) Beautiful Morning was produced by Anderson and co-produced with folk heroine, SONiA of disappear fear.

A solid guitarist, Anderson endorses Breedlove Guitars. Other endorsements include John Pearse Strings, Shubb capos, Jodi Head Guitar Straps, Incase tour bags, Audix microphones.

Lynn Frances Anderson has performed across the nation including festivals in Atlanta, San Francisco, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Savannah, Los Angeles, and in New York City’s prestigious New York Museum of Modern Art. “The World’s Best all-in-one Jukebox”, MUSICMATCH, has included Anderson’s song, Beautiful Morning, in the MUSICMATCH Jukebox. (www.musicmatch.com)

INDIEGO Promotions have included Ms. Anderson on two promotional compilations with Nils Lofgren and with Edie Brickell and the New Bohemians which led to national and international airplay.

Anderson has generously contributed her time and talent in benefits for various causes, including the Rock & Roll Camp for Girls, Race the Cure, Breast Cancer, Relay for Life, Our House. Anderson is also member of the bicycling team Wanta Eliminate MS, which has raised over $200,000 for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. (www.wantaeliminatems.org)

Anderson has been influenced by a wide variety of artists, such as Prince, Shawn Colvin, Annie Lennox, Bonnie Raitt. She has been compared to Janis Joplin by people who knew Janis during her lifetime.

Anderson balances her music business and muse with her spiritual side. Anderson has spent time studying with Native American Elders, shamans and other spiritual healers. She is an enthusiastic cyclist and scuba diver. Anderson made Cycle Oregon history by being the first-ever performer to also ride Cycle Oregon. Her music is insightful, inspiring, sensual and fun.