Minnesota native, Katy Tessman has swiftly become a beloved artist in the local music scene with heartfelt songwriting and an optimistic spirit. Her 2023 album, “Fly”, earned praise from RnR Magazine as “a quietly inspiring pleasure.” Drawing from her journey through cancer survival, heartbreak, and motherhood, her songs celebrate life’s stumbles and summits. Tessman connects with her audience on a deeper level with her May 2025 album, “Turnbuckles,” a collection of songs that hold us together and serve as reminders to stay steady through life’s push and pull. Mostly Minnesota calls her “a great storyteller” whose songs feel like “warm encouragement.” Katy is also an award-winning children’s book author and a celebrated CHANGEMAKER by Minnesota Women's Press.