CARSON & TESS
Rock / Soul
Seattle, WA
Carson and Tess Henley (no they are not married!) are a sibling duo with a unique rock and soul sound. They were voted best band in Seattle by the Northwest’s largest radio station, KIRO 97.3. Both credit their mother’s career as a struggling band singer and daily Suzuki piano lessons from the age of three for developing a “musicality” in their songwriting. However, Carson did not start singing until he was coaxed into a high school talent show. Both Carson and Tess have successful solo careers as well as a busy schedule performing as a duo. Their sound draws comparisons to Alicia Keys, Corinne Bailey Rae, Maroon 5, and James Morrison.
Their music was named TOP 25 by Indie-Music.com and is now receiving airplay in Europe and the States. You may also heard their music in Starbucks, Armani, GAP & others. Tower Records (Japan) has also become a supporter of their unique brand of music, pushing a Special Edition CD with some very large in-store displays and recommendations. The highly respected Soul & Jazz & Funk (UK) says “The Henley approach to music is all about craftsmanship, commitment and an appreciation of what truly constitutes musicality.”
Quotes:
“Carson & Tess have performed at Seattle University on two occasions and we would always be thrilled to have them back! It is a treat to be able to bring musicians of this caliber to a university campus. Their soulful performance drew a packed house and was a favorite among the year’s musical guests. They are a pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend them as a professional and outstandingly talented show!”
- Samantha Galvin | Seattle University
“They are wonderful and talented and SO easy to work with. Very talented family!”
- Dani Chang | Green River Community College
Recent College Performances:
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON, CENTRAL WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, SEATTLE UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO, WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY, GREEN RIVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE, ST. MARTIN’S UNIVERSITY
