Tess Dunn: Dates

Saturday, May 19th, 2012

Crocker Theater - Cabrillo College

Times are tough, and Santa Cruz County's summer job program for teens has been cut from the federal budget. This is a benefit to support this vital program, which prepares youth for the workforce. I am honored to be an invited performer, and to support this cause!

Saturday, June 23rd, 2012

Vans Warped Tour

This marks my fourth consecutive year at Warped! This year, my band and I will be in the "Acoustic Basement," an up-close-and-personal performance tent. Come listen and say hello!

Sunday, April 29th, 2012

Cocoanut Grove - Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

I am proud to be the musical guest for the regional Interact group - which is comprised of hundreds of teens who are community minded leaders. Funds raised by Interact members support health programs, including an AIDS prevention program in Africa.

Friday, April 6th, 2012

"Comcast Spring Break" at the Boardwalk

I am stoked to headline at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk's "Comcast Spring Break!" I'll perform with my band on the beach stage at 6:00 PM. Plan to be at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk on Friday April 6th - this will be rockin'! 

Friday, February 24th, 2012

Kuumbwa Jazz Center

Come celebrate the release of my second EP, "Honesty Box," which I recently recorded at White Buffalo Studios in Los Angeles. I am very proud of this collection of new songs. Thanks to Snazzy Productions for producing this event! For tickets, go to http://www.snazzyproductions.com .

Tuesday, February 21st, 2012

KSCO AM 1080

It is always fun to perform on Rosemary Chalmers' morning show! She is one of the only people who can get me up so early. I will be performing a few songs with my talented bandmates, and talking about my upcoming album release concert at the Kuumbwa Jazz Center (which will be held February 24th).

Sunday, February 19th, 2012

KPIG 107.5 FM

I am honored to be on John Sandidge's weekly live music show "Please Stand By." I will be accompanied by my talented bandmates, and we will give you a taste of the new songs from my latest album which I will release on February 24th at Kuumbwa. Tune in! Call in!

Saturday, February 18th, 2012

KKUP 91.5 FM

Tune in to listener-supported KKUP! I will be performing live.

Saturday, February 18th, 2012

KUSP 88.9 FM

Listen to some cuts from my soon-to-be released album, "Honesty Box."

Wednesday, February 8th, 2012

KZSC 88.1 FM

If you want a sneak preview of my new album, then listen in! "Sleepy John" Sandidge of Snazzy Productions will be hosting me on his show, in anticipation of my Snazzy produced album release concert! I'm bringing the advance copy of the EP for your listening pleasure.

Saturday, November 19th, 2011

The Alternative Café

I am taking over the Alternative Café with my band! This is my second show at this awesome venue, and I am thrilled to be back.

Wednesday, November 9th, 2011

KSPB 91.9: Radio-Active-Sound

I'll be in the studio for an interview to promote my November 19th show at The Alternative Café in Seaside. This is a very rad station run by the students at Stevenson School. Tune in and call in!

Sunday, October 9th, 2011

Louden Nelson Center

A Benefit for the Santa Cruz Teen Center

Come out and support the Santa Cruz Teen Center at this all-ages, family-friendly fundraiser featuring live music (I go on around 4:15 - The White Album Ensemble goes on at 6:30), kids’ carnival and skate ramps, games, and spaghetti and ice cream! We need to keep the Teen Center open!

Saturday, October 8th, 2011

Backstage Lounge

My band and I are playing an acoustic show in the hip Backstage Lounge. Great food, great music venue! 

Sunday, September 18th, 2011

Watsonville City Plaza

I am proud to perform at the annual Kidrageous event, which supports Jacob's Heart Children's Cancer Support Services. This is a fun all-ages carnival. Come show your support! I will post my performance time soon.

Saturday, September 3rd, 2011

Streetlight Records

It's a big day at Streetlight! First, a big record swap event, then live music! This will be fun for all.

Saturday, July 2nd, 2011

Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View

I'll be playing on the Kevin Says Stage. Time TBA

Saturday, June 11th, 2011

Cabrillo College Music Recital Hall

I am honored to be one of many speakers/musicians at the TEDx Santa Cruz event. This is from the TEDx Santa Cruz website:

TEDxSantaCruz will feature more than 20 extraordinary speakers who will share their passionate views on a variety of subjects addressing the theme: “Engage!” You will hear a full day of visionary talks that will change the way we think about our life, work, and world.

Sunday, June 5th, 2011

Santa Cruz Pride

Please note the venue change - Blame it on the rain!

I am part of the festival's musical line-up.

I'm proud to be an ally. NOH8.

Come enjoy a day at the Civic!

Saturday, May 14th, 2011

Mueller College

Opening for the amazing Josh Damigo [www.joshdamigo.com]. 

Friday, March 11th, 2011

Hot Topic

ALL PROCEEDS GO TO TO WRITE LOVE ON HER ARMS.
Note: Yes. I know it's Hot Topic. It's also an acoustic in-store performance, will all proceeds going to a good cause. Touché, right?
Hey everyone! This is an acoustic in-store performance at Hot Topic. It's completely free [though I'll have shirts, music, and possibly stickers] and a walk-in show. It's up close and personal and it'd mean a lot to me if you went. 

Saturday, February 5th, 2011

The Catalyst

Tammi Brown, Gedina, Gina Rene, Alysha, Natalie Singley, DJ Don-Ette G and Special Guests will be joining me. It'll be a fun show! For more info, click here.

Sunday, December 19th, 2010

Moe's Alley

SO!
I'm having a concert as a birthday bash on the 19th and YOU are invited.
Tickets are $10 in general, and kids are 2 for 1.
There will be cake, and it will be stress/hassle free, so definitely come, even if just for a little bit.
Invite anyone you want to - this is an all-inclusive event!
For more information, here's the website. CHECK IT OUT and come help me celebrate my 16th birthday! :]

http://www.moesalley.com/artist.php?id=1040&artist=TESS_DUNN_&_Friends

Saturday, November 27th, 2010

The Alternative Café

I'll be playing in Seaside with the lovely Adrienne Pierce. It'll be more acoustic, and very cozy - the venue only holds about 40 people. So be one of those 40! I'd love to see your face there.

Sunday, November 14th, 2010

KZSC 88.1 FM

I'll be on KZSC's Girls With Guitars with DJ Jules, playing new songs with Nico Spence. Make sure to listen in :]

Saturday, November 13th, 2010

KKUP 91.5 FM

Make sure to tune in! I will be promoting my show [which is later that day] and playing songs from my upcoming album with Nico Spence and Conner Bruce.

Saturday, November 13th, 2010

Streetlight Records

I will be playing new songs with Nico Spence and Conner Bruce. Come listen! It's free :]

Saturday, October 9th, 2010

Studio 333

Also performing, Rose Logue Harting (www.myspace.com/iamreallyrosie) and Mike Gibbons (www.mikegibbons.net).

Saturday, September 25th, 2010

John Madden's Goal Line Studio

Thursday, September 16th, 2010

Don Quixote's

Ticket website TBA.

Saturday, June 26th, 2010

Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View

Come early and see a load of alternative/rock/indie/ska/screamo bands perform!
It'll be fun. Promise.

Friday, April 16th, 2010

Moe's Alley

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Rio Theatre

Saturday, March 13th, 2010

Streetlight Records

Saturday, February 27th, 2010

Streetlight Records

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

Crepe Place

Saturday, February 20th, 2010

KKUP 91.5 FM

Sunday, December 13th, 2009

Moe's Alley

Sunday, December 6th, 2009

Rio Theatre

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

KZSC 88.1 FM

Sunday, November 1st, 2009

Kuumbwa Jazz Center

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

Don Quixote's

Sunday, June 28th, 2009

KPIG 107.5 FM

Sunday, June 28th, 2009

Moe's Alley

Saturday, June 27th, 2009

Pier 30/32

Saturday, June 6th, 2009

Rio Theatre

Saturday, May 2nd, 2009

Rio Theatre

Saturday, February 7th, 2009

Cayuga Vault