Davaa Zolbayar
a nomad encampment in the Gobi Desert, Mongolia
Davaa has spent his entire life in the vast, sweeping landscapes of the Gobi Desert, moving with the rhythm of the seasons. His role as the encampment's taxidermist has given him a profound connection to the animals and the land, fuelling his desire for precision and authenticity in each piece he creates. The harshness of the desert has molded an enduring resilience and intimacy with the natural world, allowing him to find beauty in the muted tones of twilight and the silent symphony of an unplayed keyboard.
About
Obsession
The light changes in the last ten minutes before dark
Voice
Desert wind tracing your spine
Genre
Desert Nocturne
Instrumentation
Silent piano keyboard, bone chimes, leather percussion
Vocal Style
Breathy whispers like sand through fingers
Production Style
In a snug ger, at dusk and beneath stars, with lo-fi recording gear powered by small solar panels, capturing the hisses and pops of the evening
Influences
The quietude of the Gobi Desert, the tactile nature of stretching hides, the ethereal transition of sunset
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