in the studio with... Jaci Velasquez Album Title: Diamond Label: Inpop Release Date: February 2012 Recording Studio: Jungle Room Studio, Padded Room Studio, Cabanna Studio, Red Room Studio, Little Big Sound, Nashville TN Producer: Craig Swift, Chris Bevins Number of Songs: 11 Family Time: As a wife and a mother of two little boys, I consider my record to be a direct reflection of God’s love and grace through the love of my three wonderful men at home. Making records prior has always been a pleasure and joy. It’s different now because when you have a family, time is of the essence. Every minute counts. –Jaci Velasquez JusT Jaci: [When I record] I want to be true to the woman God has sculpted me into— who I am as a wife, a mother, as Jaci. –J.V. sound decision: Song selection is a very involved process. As an artist, you tend to choose songs that relate most to your own life. Other things to consider are the producers’ picks, label input and radio acceptance. –J.V. all Things new: The underlying theme is very simple: God can turn anything that the world might consider broken, and make it beautiful again. A rebirth of sorts. -J.V. Keeping iT Real: The main thing for a healthy studio experience is hanging out with friends and being with people you enjoy. –J.V. For more inFormation on Jaci Velasquez, Visit JaciVelasquez.com 52 CCM musicians corner