The ultimate 60's love child as the middle daughter of Donovan who wrote 'Catch the Wind,' 'Mellow Yellow' and 'Hurdy Gurdy Man,' Astrella-Celeste is now coming into the spotlight in her own right. Her latest release 'Dream,' captures the lyrical and relaxing spirit of her father's music, whilst fusing jazz, pop and country in a way that is unique to her. Her songs are very personal, soulful and sensitive with a sweet, almost innocent quality that expresses a beautiful casual lifestyle. Now living in Mallorca, it goes without saying that Astrella has lived a charmed life and her music has an easy going way about it.

Having performed on stage since her childhood, Astrella spent her youth in acting schools and dance troupes before working with her father providing backing vocals and touring with him.

Her career has been richly developed by working with other musicians in recording sessions, performances and/or home jams, amongst them David Gillmore, Brian Setzer, Donovan, Mark White, Happy Mondays, and Graham Nash to name but a few.

She says, “My dad will always be my biggest influence but I also love Chet Baker, Nina Simone, Sade, Tori Amos, The Cardigans… I could go on and on.”

Work on her album, the first release by Donovan's new label, Donovan Discs continues with co writer Kevin Hunter (of Sheryl Crow fame).

Astrella-Celeste will be opening for her father at the Jazz Café on 18/19.

Release Information:
Donovan Discs / Fullfill / Universal
Release Date - July 10, 2006
Single + B-Side - "Dream" / "The Way We Are"
Produced by: Astrella Celeste & Kevin Hunter

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