Katy Tessman is a great storyteller. Each song is a little vignette, and most are like a shot of warm encouragement from a strong, supportive voice. ~ Ann Treacy, Mostly Minnesota
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[Tessman's live shows are] infectious, contagious, and all kinds of fun rolled into one." ~ Tom Smouse, Smouse in the House Tessman leans on the power of song to heal and lead us forward.” ~ Doyle Turner, Adventures in Americana You walk away from Katy’s show feeling empowered and ready to take on the world. ...each song she and her amazing band performed came with a sense of heart and passion."" ~ Girl at the Rock Shows |
Katy Tessman's music is like a bold hug for the audience. Music that somehow lifts your self-esteem and makes you feel like you can face anything." ~ Mostly Minnesota Music There is something very soothing and grounding about [Tessman's] music and what she vocally brings... I am also pretty convinced that she has the answers to how the universe works. " ~ Dani Erin, Melodic Noise |
"Turnbuckles" album news
Listening to Turnbuckles is akin to reading a book or watching a play.” ~ Jefferson Thomas, Fifteen Minutes of Fame |
[Turnbuckles is] a fine new album" ~Bill DeVille, United States of Americana, The Current, MPR |
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"Fly" Album News
[Tessman’s album “Fly” is] A quietly inspiring pleasure. ~ Jeremy Searle, RnR Magazine (starred review) 
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... descriptive soundscape that comes with a certain kind of warmth that has a way of wrapping itself around you and that creates a feeling of being welcome. ~ RAG MAG 
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Features
Minnesota Parent Local Author Spotlight: meet Katy Tessman, author and singer-songwriter
Voyage Minnesota Daily Inspiration: meet Katy Tessman
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Canvas Rebel - stories and insights: meet Katy Tessman
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Performance & Release News
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Outreach News
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