“Throw out the expectations and just make music that feels good.”

That’s the mantra fuelling Vancouver-based Tess Anderson, and it bleeds through her latest body of work. Fronting a dynamic six-piece band, Tess is known for high-octane, emotionally charged performances that leave audiences buzzing. Her live shows aren’t just concerts—they’re cathartic, full-body experiences.

 

After a decade of burning through genres that didn’t quite fit, Tess claimed her space in the raw, no-rules world of alternative rock. Drawing heavy influence from acts like Paramore and Nothing But Thieves, her sound is a collision of grit and gloss, where distorted guitar riffs meet shimmering pop melodies. Her songwriting explores themes of liberation, self-reclamation, and breaking free from toxic cycles—delivering both vulnerability and defiance in every line.

 

In May 2024, she released her debut album Before I Come Unhinged, which racked up over 100,000 Spotify streams within its first four months. The project marked a major milestone, earning her international media attention including features in Billboard Music Canada and Exclaim! Magazine, plus national airplay on CBC Radio.

 

Known for playing upwards of 70 live shows a year, Tess recently wrapped her first headlining tour across Western Canada. She’s opened for acclaimed acts like Mother Mother and Aaron Pritchett, performed at major BC festivals, and even collaborated with Ryan Guldemond of Mother Mother on several tracks.

 

Whether she’s belting a hook that hits like a gut punch or pulling the crowd into a shared moment of emotional truth, Tess Anderson’s music is built to hit hard—and leave you feeling more alive than ever.