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fr : Enregistré dans le studio du label new yorkais That's love records et accompagnée des musiciens du groupe Thee Sacred Souls, Céline Dessberg s'apprête à présenter son prochain EP "Hödöö". Ode à la campagne mongole, son pays d'origine, et portant sur les thèmes du voyage, de l'altérité et de la quête d'identité, Hödöö se pense comme une transition entre les premiers amours musicaux de Céline teintés de sobriété et d'indie pop, et son premier album alternant entre folk et soul.


en : Recorded in the studio of New York label That's Love Records and accompanied by musicians from Thee Sacred Souls, Céline Dessberg is about to present her next EP, “Hödöö”. An ode to the Mongolian countryside, Céline's country of origin, and dealing with themes of travel, otherness and the quest for identity, Hödöö is intended as a transition between Céline's first musical loves, tinged with sobriety and indie pop, and her first album, alternating between folk and soul.
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released December 13, 2024

Produced and mixed by Max Shrager
Vocals, Yatga - Celine Dessberg
Drums - Ben Borchers + Alex Garcia
Bass - Kane and James + Sal samano
Upright Bass - Mike Noordzy
Guitar - Kane and James + Max Shrager
Keys - Celine Dessberg + Alex Garcia + Max Shrager

Mastered by Dan Millice

Recorded at Studio Zoe New Jersey

Archive pic designed by Gabriel Michel

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All songs written, produced, & performed by Jeremy McLennan 

James Watson: Guitar - track 2 
Marcus Hogsta: Bass - tracks 1 & 2 
Daniel Vanchieri: Drums - track 1 & 2, Tambourine - track 1 


Recorded at Radio Astro Studios 
Engineered by Tyler Fogerty & Will Van Santen 
Mixed by Justin Pizzoferrato 
Mastered by Riley Knapp 

Artwork by Jeremy McLennan

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Céline Dessberg is a singer, songwriter, and harpist of mixed French and Mongolian heritage. She grew up between two distinct worlds—one shaped by the modern western lifestyle of France, the other by the ancient traditions of Buddhism and the pastoral customs of Mongolia. This unique blend shaped her musical style, which draws from a wide array of influences, including jazz legends like Chet Baker, the eclectic sounds of David Byrne, and the traditional melodies of the Mongolian steppes.
Céline’s sound is defined by her powerful, emotive voice and the haunting tones of her yatga, a traditional Mongolian harp she plays alongside guitar and piano. This combination creates a sound that is both contemporary and timeless, merging the rich cultural heritage of Mongolia with modern indie and pop sensibilities. The inclusion of Mongolian, French, and English lyrics in her songs makes her music accessible to an international audience.
A captivating live performer, Céline has played everywhere from intimate jazz clubs around Europe to major festivals like Lollapalooza Paris. Céline is actively involved in cultural exchange work in the UK, where she organizes events for the Asian community. Her performances at the Fat Cat Jazz Club in Ulaanbaatar have also made her a prominent figure in the local Mongolian music scene.
In the summer of 2024, Céline spent two weeks at Studio Zoe in New Jersey, working with producer Max Shrager (The Shacks, 54 Ultra). During this time, she composed and recorded a large body of new material, including collaborations with Sal Samano and Alex Garcia (Thee Sacred Souls). This creative period culminated in her Hödöö EP (2024) and a vinyl 45 on That’s Love Records, set for release in January 2025. Céline will be opening for Thee Sacred Souls at La Cigale in Paris on February 13, 2025.

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