Tesni
Biography
Tesni is the captivating solo project of Welsh-born, Manchester-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Eve Hancock. Rooted in indie-folk but consistently pushing beyond its traditional borders, her music bridges profound intimacy with cinematic scope. By fusing expansive instrumentation, rich harmonic textures, and powerhouse vocals, Hancock crafts an emotionally direct sound that draws distinct inspiration from songwriting luminaries like Nick Drake, Adrianne Lenker, Rufus Wainwright, and Judee Sill.
Renowned for delivering arresting, deeply vulnerable live sets, Tesni has swiftly become a standout fixture in the independent music scene. Her commanding stage presence has secured shared bills with critically acclaimed contemporaries including Jacob Alon, Dove Ellis, and Maruja, alongside a milestone performance at the prestigious Green Man Festival.
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Currently riding a wave of industry momentum, her breakout 2025 single Nothing’s New Again earned championed support from BBC Introducing Manchester. Now recognized as a pivotal emerging voice and officially designated a 2026 "Ones to Watch," Tesni is actively building on her trajectory as one of the UK's most promising rising talents.
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