Judy Martin Hess is certainly no stranger to Christian music, having been a part of the, already legendary, Martins. As a part for The Martins, Judy has received a Grammy nomination, multiple Dove Awards, and countless fan awards. With career highlights that include appearances at New York’s Carnagie Hall, The White House, and nearly a decade of performances on Bill Gaither’s award winning video and concert series, one could understand if this, now seasoned, singer might apt to hide behind some of the acclaim and find a more quiet place to live, but Judy Martin Hess remains steadfast in her calling to be out front and unguarded.

“ I feel better, more balanced, and closer to whole when I sing and speak about my struggles. It keeps me reminded of what God has brought me through and what He has done for me and the people I love.” Says Judy. “I am becoming more and more comfortable with myself and who God wants to be in me.”

Judy's debut solo album "color me" , Produced by George Hairr, has been met with much success, including 2 Top 20 songs on the Christian Soft AC/Inspirational Charts. Her Newest release "Through Thick and Thin “ a song penned by Judy and husband Jake Hess Jr., is set to release to radio in January 2009. Through all her successes there is one important element that Judy and family keeps at the center of their lives, Jesus Christ. Judy states "Through it all I have found myself wanting to speak simply and honestly to people about His love. What I do is not fancy or elaborate, but it is honest, and that is who I want to be.”

Judy’s ministry is based in Columbus, Georgia, where she lives with her husband Jake Hess Jr. and their four children.