Minnesota singer-songwriter, Katy Tessman combines energy and emotion with genuine warmth and musical passion. Her powerful voice and her rhythmic approach to guitar (or mandolin) express a straight-from-the-heart songwriting style that's won accolades from fans and critics alike.

Katy Tessman's 11-song solo debut CD, "Fall," remarkably showcases her abilities as a vocalist and songwriter. Her acoustic based arrangements are expanded by a talented cast of players. The songs on "Fall" move effortlessly over diverse emotional and musical terrain.

Fall

Odd Timing

Dip, Dip And Swing

Make You Stare

Bright Chair

Wash It Away

"Vines," the debut single from Katy Tessman's album "Fly," is a vulnerable song about love showcasing Tessman’s captivating voice. The arrangement is embellished by the skillful contributions of Jillian Rae on violin, viola, and cello and Nikki Lemire on harp and backing vocals.

Vines - Katy Tessman

“Seven Sisters” is a dreamy-Americana ode to platonic love—an often-overlooked theme in songwriting. With heartfelt lyrics and warm harmonies, Katy Tessman celebrates the luminous, steady presence of the women who shape and support us. Inspired by the Pleiades constellation, the song uplifts sisterhood, friendship, and gratitude. Perfect for playlists that spotlight emotional depth, female voices, or songs that honor connection. This is the love song for the women in your life.

Seven Sisters - Katy Tessman

“Write My Own Story” is an empowering anthem about resilience and taking control of your life. Inspired by surviving breast cancer and raising two sons as a single mom, Katy Tessman transforms struggle into strength. With folk/Americana roots and heartfelt vocals, the song uplifts anyone ready to stop living as a rough draft and start forging their own path. Perfect for playlists that champion personal growth, powerful female voices, and songs of self-determination.

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“Ghost Ranch” is a moody, introspective Americana track that explores the beautiful chaos of the creative process. Named after Georgia O’Keeffe’s desert refuge, the song captures the tension between inspiration and exhaustion—between the fire that fuels art and the silence that follows. Katy Tessman delivers a haunting plea for stillness and clarity in a world that often demands too much from artists. Ideal for playlists that highlight creative struggle, self-reflection, and atmospheric storytelling.

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