French-Monglian musician musician Céline Dessberg releases new single & 7 inch “Selenge”

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January 28, 2025: Upcoming indie label That’s Love Records have today released a 7” inch vinyl single by French-Mongolian musician Céline Dessberg (purchase here), the A-side of which, “Selenge”, can be streamed digitally here.

Céline Dessberg 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.

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 last month’s Hödöö EP and today’s 7-inch single, the A-side of which, “Selenge” is an enchanting instrumental in which Céline’s yatga(traditional Mongolian harp) takes the spotlight, weaving haunting melodies over a foundation of groovy soul instrumentation. Watch the song’s music video here.

Céline will be opening for Thee Sacred Souls at La Cigale in Paris on February 13, 2025, and that day, the 45’s B-side, “Chintamani,” – which evokes the spirit of the Mongolian countryside, as Céline’s vocals (sung in Mongolian) tell of ancient Buddhist treasure – will be made available to stream. The combination of soft guitar, jazzy drums, and shimmering yatga creates an ethereal atmosphere that transports the listener to a world of sacred beauty and reverence, which merges 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.

:About That’s Love Records

 That’s Love Records is an independent record label founded by Alejandro Garcia(Thee Sacred Souls) and Max Shrager (The Shacks) in 2024. Shrager was introduced to Garcia by Daptone founder Gabe Roth in Riverside, California, at one of Thee Sacred Soul’s first gigs in 2019.

The two formed a friendship and began recording together on a regular basis during Shrager’s three year stint as a resident of Los Angeles from 2020-2023. These collaborations led to releases including Bobby Oroza’s “Queen of the Barrio” b/w “Goddess” and several cuts on Las Los’ debut LP, as well as numerous as-of-yet unreleased instrumentals.

In 2023, Shrager linked up with fellow New Jersey native and Latin-Soul singer 54 Ultra. After producing the track “Heaven Knows” and playing it for Garcia, the two decided that the time was right to co-found the label that they had been brainstorming for a few years. Thus, That’s Love Records was born.

The label’s debut release, 54 Ultra’s “Heaven Knows” b/w “What More Can I Do,” quickly gained worldwide attention, earning a spot at #10 on Rolling Stone’s “Best Spanish-Language Songs of 2024” list. With a commitment to championing unique voices and genre-blending sounds, That’s Love Records is poised to continue growing as a force in the contemporary music scene.

Artwork for “Selenge” b/w “Chintamani” – 45 RPM/7” Single:

Download digital single art here