Ness, born Vanessa Marlen Dulhofer on December 13, 2004, is an Austrian singer-songwriter from Traiskirchen. She gained national recognition in 2021 by securing third place in the ORF casting show "Starmania." Following this success, Ness released her debut single "Deine Richtung" and has since amassed over 15 million streams. Her music, characterized by candid lyrics addressing mental health, societal norms, and her experiences as a queer artist, resonates with a broad audience. In 2023, she released her first EP "Betrunken" and embarked on her first headline tour across Austria and Germany. Ness continues to captivate listeners with her authentic storytelling and emotive performances. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ness_%28Musikerin%29?utm_source=openai))