JUNO Nominated Roots/Americana Artist, Desiree Dorion, Embraces Journey of Moving On With New Single From Upcoming Album, "Ghost"
In advance of her seventh studio album set for release this Fall, the celebrated storyteller shares her journey of decision making and acceptance with
an emotionally charged, powerful track about walking away
Released on Friday, August 9 2024
Known for her emotive storytelling and powerful voice, JUNO nominated Roots/Americana artist, Desiree Dorion, is a dynamic singer-songwriter whose music is filled with the resonance of truth. Her 2023 studio album, "That's How I Know," reached #3 on iTunes Canada and received national features on eTalk, Your Morning, Global Morning Toronto, and CTV News, along with extensive radio support from CBC Radio 1, SiriusXM, and a sustained presence on Canada's National Campus and Community Radio Charts. An artist who exemplifies the spirit of versatility and determination in both her personal and professional life, Dorion is a mother, lawyer, and dedicated voice of the Indigenous community who routinely contributes expertise and guidance on a variety of community focused topics. In collaboration with the Canadian Country Music Association, Dorion hosted the Indigenous artist focused Achimotak series, and currently serves as an ambassador for the Downie Wenjack Foundation. A multi-award winning and nominated artist, Dorion has been recognized by the Manitoba Country Music Association and the Indigenous Music Awards, highlighting her achievements in both genre and community. Her ability to excel in a multitude of fields highlights her remarkable talent, strength and commitment, making her a leading example of boundless capability. Ahead of her seventh studio album this Fall, Dorion has just released her first single from the project titled, "Ghost." Delving into the topics of self assurance and moving on, the song is a tale of keeping one's head held high despite the immeasurable difficulty of ending a relationship. "Ghost" was just released on Friday, August 9, 2024.
"Ghost," was written by Desiree Dorion and Jesse Slack (Robyn Ottolini, Jade Eagleson), and includes background vocals by Lacey Hill. The song was produced by Joel Schwartz.
About "Ghost ":
An exploration of the emotional aftermath at the end of a relationship, Desiree Dorion’s “Ghost”, delves into the multitude of complexities associated with moving on and reclaiming one's strength. Capturing the feeling of wanting to escape lingering memories and the resolve to walk away, “Ghost” embodies the rollercoaster ride journey from sadness to independence in making the difficult, life altering decision to leave a relationship in the past. Beginning with the anthemic chorus of the song performed acapella, Dorion’s expressive lyrics and powerful vocal performance shine atop of a driving drumbeat and softly haunting atmospheric tapestry. The chorus features an unforgettable, pointed description of the desire to keep both the person and their past, in the past, and soars with Dorion’s powerful, dynamic delivery. Underlining her tremendous skill and versatility in transforming personal experience into relatable music, Dorion’s “Ghost” is an encouraging journey from frustration and grief to a renewed sense of self and determination. Setting the tone for her upcoming seventh studio album, Dorion skillfully introduces its theme of knowing when to walk away with “Ghost”, her first single of 2024.
"Ghost digs into the inner strength required to walk away from a relationship that no longer serves you and speaks to discovery of self." - Desiree Dorion
Upcoming Shows:
September 6 2024 – Blue Jay Sessions – Prairie Emporium – Calgary, AB
September 7 2024 – The King Eddy – Calgary, AB - https://www.showpass.com/desiree-dorion-at-the-king-eddy/
September 14 2024 – CCMA – Edmonton, AB
September 20 2024 – Indo – Nashville, TN
September 27 2024 – The Watson Arts Centre – Dauphin, MB
September 30 – Oct. 5 2024– The National Arts Centre – Calgary, AB
October 6 – The Royal George – Winnipeg, MB
Desiree Dorion grew up a mile and a half from the grounds of Dauphin Country Fest, one of the biggest outdoor music festivals in Canada. As a little girl she would ride her bike there when the festival wasn’t on, climb up on the stage, and pretend to play to the thousands of fans that come to watch big country music acts. In 2014 her dream of playing the mainstage came true when she shared the stage with The Band Perry.
The JUNO Nominee has had multiple songs chart in the Top 100 on the Canadian Country music charts (TRAX), along with numerous songs reaching the top spot on the Indigenous Music Countdown. She released her sixth studio album, “That’s How I Know,” (2023) which peaked at #3 on iTunes Canada in its first week of release and has amassed over 375,000 global streams to date. The album was also nominated for Album of the Year at the 2023 Manitoba Country Music Awards. Her most recent releases, “Your Last Name,” “Wouldn’t That be Fun,” and “Sometimes I Drink,” each reached the top spot on the Indigenous Music Countdown. “Sometimes I Drink,” was co-written with Crystal Shawanda and reached the #12 position on the Country iTunes charts in its first week of release, staying in the Top 100 on the Canadian Country music charts (TRAX) for 16 weeks.
Desiree is a proud member of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation. In June, 2021, she hosted the Achimotak series with the Canadian Country Music Association and is an artist ambassador with the Downie Wenjack Foundation. Desiree has toured coast to coast in Canada and has played as far south as the Gulf of Mexico.
She is set to release her 7th studio album, “Remember Your Name” on September 20th, 2024.
Connect with Desiree Dorion:
https://www.instagram.com/desireedorion/?hl=en
https://www.facebook.com/desdorion/
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https://www.tiktok.com/@thedesireedorion
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ94Ch4lXDutSpa9J0K4yRg
https://open.spotify.com/artist/55UmkurlIybCNAvlPQGY7l?autoplay=true
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