“Los Angeles” by Tess Becket: A trip from grief to relief

Tess Becket, an emerging voice from the indie rock scene of York, Pennsylvania, releases an emotional track that caught my attention from the first stroke of a guitar. The artist, known not only as a singer-songwriter but also as a producer and audiovisual engineer, blends her skills beautifully in delivering a heartfelt song that touches on her personal story.

“Los Angeles” is a breezy indie rock piece with raw emotional undercurrents. The song captures the moment when grief gives way to relief—when leaving becomes liberation. Tess’s delivery is strong yet vulnerable, reflecting the bittersweet freedom of moving forward alone.

As the artist mentions in her letter to IndieWave FM, her journey into music began with a deep love for poetry, which evolved into songwriting when she was just thirteen. This passion deepened after a life-changing experience with the onset of a chronic illness.

During this time, Tess found solace and a new identity in music, which sparked her love for performance and set her on the path to a creative career. Now, Tess is a seasoned creative professional—working on the road as a videographer for touring live events while cultivating her own music career at home.

I think artists like that deserve their moment in the spotlight—a true example of determination and consistency in doing what you love. And you can actually feel that when you listen to her music. Let’s give it a shout and take a listen—“Los Angeles” by Tess Becket is now also featured on IndieWave FM’s playlist Laid-Back Indie Rock.