1. Tess Henley is an American singer-songwriter and pianist from Kent, Washington, United States.
10 Facts About Tess Henley
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Tess Henley grew up as a middle child born to a professional singer.
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Tess Henley is the younger sister of musician Carson Henley.
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Tess Henley started taking Suzuki Method piano lessons at the age of 3.
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Tess Henley graduated as valedictorian from Kentlake High School in Kent, Washington in 2006 where she played year-round basketball and soccer.
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In 2010, Tess Henley graduated from University of Washington with a degree in Communications.
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In 2008, Tess Henley released her debut album, Easy to Love.
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In 2011, Tess Henley won Budweiser's National Superfest Summer Block Party competition to win $25,000 and opened for Jill Scott and Anthony Hamilton.
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Tess Henley became the first female winner in the competition's history, receiving $25,000, music gear, and an EP to be recorded with Don Was.
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In mid-August 2014, Tess Henley went to Henson Recording Studios in Los Angeles with producer Was and session musicians Mike Finnigan, James Gadson, Mark Goldenberg, James "Hutch" Hutchinson, Davide Rossi, and Michito Sanchez to record.