Julissa, a passionate woman with unique strength: whose life is filled with the love of God.

Out of Chicago, we introduce one of the most powerful and melodious voices of Latino Christian Music: Julissa. Her parents, of Puerto Rican origin, (with special recognition to her maternal Grandmother, guide and spiritual mentor of her family), is where Julissa enters the world of music. Today, Julissa is one of the most renowned singers in the Christian music industry with countless awards and public recognitions, thousands of tours presenting concerts throughout Europe, Latin America and the United States. Above all, she is acknowledged by thousands of Christian fans who see firsthand through her interpretation of music, her seal and powerful worship ministry.

She debuted as a singer in her church choir at the age of 12, by the time she was 14 she taught Sunday School. At 16 she began to sing professionally with a Christian music group, ‘Chosen Generation’, recording several albums. It was during these recordings that she met Puerto Rican musical director, Mike Rivera, whom she married in 1997. Currently Mike and Julissa have three children, John Michael, Alyrah, and Jayden.

Since her first album, Regresara por Mi (He will Return for Me), until this day, she is distinguished by her seal of musical excellence. Her husband Mike Rivera, a veteran in music, has played a major role in this development. Together, they have been able to position Julissa in the musical market with overwhelming success. As living proof we see the countless awards and recognitions that she has received throughout her 10 years of ministry. In 2006, her album Mi Proposito (My Purpose), Integrity Music, was nominated for Spanish Language Album Of The Year At The 39th Annual GMA Dove Awards.

Julissa has been able to develop a musical versatility which makes her a virtuous performer, regardless of the genre she may perform. From ballads, to pop, to the rhythmic sounds of Latin Music, Julissa’s voice always presents a strong performance demonstrating her unique style, all of which reflect the objective that has surplanted her musical career: Seeking excellence and presenting Jesus as the anchor of her life.

2006 marked one more year of fruitful accomplishments for Julissa. An incalculable value for many Christians was launched from her last album Inolvidable, (Unforgettable), this is a compilation of traditional Christian hymns with new musical arrangements. Inolvidable was also nominated for a Latin Billboard Award as one of the Christian albums with most sales in the Latin market.

Aside from this, she hosts the weekly program “Espiritu Latino” (Latino Spirit), on the Gospel Music Channel which views on cable and satelite networks and is viewed from coast to coast in the United States.

In the editorial field, in May of 2007 she released a motivational book for youth (Nelson Group) and CD (Integrity Music) titled “El Ritmo de la Vida” (Rhythm of Life). Her latest album, El Ritmo de La Vida, is presently nominated for best Spanish album of the year in the 2008 Dove Awards.

This is Julissa, a passionate woman with strength, full of God’s love which makes her a triumphant visionary for these times.