Tess Becket is an emerging voice in the indie rock scene, known for her emotionally raw music and multifaceted talents as a producer, songwriter, and audio engineer. Her journey into music began with a deep love for poetry, which evolved into songwriting when she was just thirteen. This passion deepened after a life-changing experience with the onset of a chronic illness. During this time, Tess found solace and a new identity in music, which sparked her love for performance and set her on the path to a creative career. Now, Tess is a seasoned creative professional—working on the road as a videographer for touring live events while cultivating her own music career at home.
Her sound, shaped by a diverse range of influences including King Princess, Hayley Williams, and Julien Baker, blends alternative rock with poetic lyricism. Tess’s debut single, "Toxic," is a dark and introspective exploration of returning to a problematic relationship. The song’s raw production and intimate lyrics struck a chord with listeners, amassing over 50,000 streams. Following the success of "Toxic," Tess released her sophomore single, "Drink," a powerful track about navigating the end of a difficult relationship while staying sober. The song, which begins with a meditative tone and gradually builds into a more intense expression of anger, showcases her ability to convey complex emotions through music.
Looking ahead, Tess is gearing up to release more singles about lesbianism, chronic illness and sobriety, with plans to compile an EP in 2025. Listeners can find her performing at various open mic venues in Pennsylvania and Maryland, and her music is available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. Follow her on social media @tessbecket or visit her website at tessbecket.com for the latest updates.
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"Following the breakup of my first long-term relationship, I wrote “Drink” about navigating a difficult relationship while being sober. I've never had a sip of alcohol, due to having a chronic illness and family history of dependency, and the lyrics explore that feeling of "God, I've never done this, but it feels so bad, I might start." The track is a heavy indie rock song that starts out intimate and builds into a release of anger. The shift in the song’s mood reflects how my perspective changed — I began to see some troubling behavior more clearly, and I became increasingly angry about it."
“‘Toxic’ immediately establishes Tess as an artist with a flair for immersive songwriting and storytelling, diving into the deep end with a track steeped in gravity and rawness.”
- Kieran Rogers with Clout
“You can feel the turmoil she goes through as [‘Drink’] progresses. It's an extraordinary single with a compelling energy that is sure to keep you hooked.”
- Cece Faulkner with Music Box Media
“The rising artist delivers a charismatic performance that fans of Billie Eilish would be able to connect with, although it is clear that Tess Becket [...] is creating a universe of her own.”
- KIMU