From the heart of Rocky Mountains comes Tensas & The Mourners, a dynamic trio from Colorado, who have been captivating audiences with their unique blend of Dark Roots-Rock. Drawing influence from the raw energy of The White Stripes, the eclectic vibrancy of Gogol Bordello, and the gritty storytelling of Tom Waits, they offer a powerful and immersive live music experience. Known for their multi-instrumentalist talents and energetic stage presence, the band members frequently swap instruments during their performances, creating an unpredictable and captivating performance!

Fronted by Tensas, whose haunting voice and guitar work anchor their sound, the band is rounded out by Aloena’s deep bass lines and Desha’s dynamic drumming. Their ability to seamlessly switch instruments and improvise during performances adds a unique and electrifying element, ensuring that no two shows are ever the same. Their debut single, “Carnival”, weaves tales of love, loss, and turmoil and recently the band released a haunting rendition of the timeless ballad "House of the Rising Sun".

Known for their compelling live performances, Tensas & The Mourners transport audiences to a world where the past and present converge, and each song is a journey through shadow and light. This band stand outs with their innovative approach, blending the raw rock energy, gypsy punk flair, and dark blues storytelling influences from their musical inspirations. Their distinctive sound and powerful narratives are redefining the roots rock genre, making them a compelling act to watch!

Band Members
Tensas - Lead Vocals, Guitar, Mandolin
Desha - Drums, Trumpet, Bass, Vocals
Aloena - Bass, Drums, Guitar, Vocals

Tensas & The Mourners have a very distinct sound that may be characterized as old-time stop rock with lively stage antics. Tensas & The Mourners are a dark yet energetic roots rock band from Colorado hell bent (no pun intended) on giving a hell of a live performance. Commonly referencing stories of loss, turmoil and hollow victories Tensas and the Mourners has a distinct sound that is difficult not to enjoy. Their most recent release on Spotify is a new take on an old classic, “St. James Infirmary Blues”

-Mad Indie Media