In 2006, CéU receives a Latin Grammy nomination for Best New Artist,

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1 Céu Maybe it s time for The Girl from Ipanema to step aside and make way for the Girl from São Paulo. Fox News - USA - July 2nd 2007 Céu is the future of Brazilian Popular Music Caetano Veloso Jornal do Brasil January 12th 2006 Ever since Brazilian phenomenon Céu captivated the world with her self-titled debut album since 2005, her follow up release has been widely anticipated. After being chosen in the USA as the first international artist featured in Starbucks Hear Music Debut series, Céu earned both Grammy and Latin Grammy nominations, countless press accolades, and chart topping numbers. In July 2005 the CD CéU was released in France, Belgium, Holland and Luxembourg on Urban Jungle Records, in partnership with the French label O+ Music, reaching rapidly the top of sales position in World Music by selling copies in only a few months. The specialized European press has elected Céu the Ambassadress of the New Brazilian Music. The release of the album was followed by three European Tours, in August 2005, in October 2005 and in March 2006, all of them cheered by critic and public. The French magazine Les Inrockuptibles, major cultural reference in France, elected Céu as one of the top five revelation of World Music in The same year, Céu s album was released in Brazil in partnership with Warner Music being considered the most important newcomer in the Brazilian music scene as well as the best album of the year by publications like Folha de São Paulo, O Estado de São Paulo, Correio da Bahia, Jornal do Brasil and Revista Bizz. Still in 2005, Céu recorded vocals on a theme composed by Antonio Pinto for the soundtrack of the movie Lord of War starring Nicolas Cage. Céu returns to Europe for a 12 dates Tour, including shows in prestigious Festivals such as the JVC Jazz Festival in Paris and the North Sea Jazz Festival in Rotterdam, besides appearances in

2 TV and Radio shows. At the same time, the CD CéU was released in Canada on Urban Jungle Records with Canadian label LCL / Fusion III label, reaching the Top Five World Music chart by selling copies in six months. A Canadian Tour that included the Montreal Jazz Festival and the Festival d été de Québec followed this release. In Brazil, Céu performed in a series of shows around the country, whether performing with her own band, or doing special appearances in shows of renowned Brazilian artists like João Bosco, Marcos Valle and Nação Zumbi. In 2006, CéU receives a Latin Grammy nomination for Best New Artist, In 2007, The CD CéU debuts in the United States on Urban Jungle Records and Six Degrees Records, in partnership with the coffee shop chain Starbucks. The CD was selected to be the fourth release of the pioneer project Starbucks Hear Music, and the first of a foreign language artist. This release was followed by three very successful American Tours. Céu has reached impressive marks that year: - Over copies sold world-wide, in the United States only; copies in Europe, 5000 in Japan and in Brazil; - Over 50 shows around the World, attended by over fans; - The first spot on the World Music and Independent Music Billboard charts; - The 57th spot on the Top 200 Billboard chart, highest position reached by a Brazilian artist since Astrud Gilberto with Girl from Ipanema In May, the CD CéU was released in Japan on Urban Jungle Records in partnership with Japanese label JVC/Victor Entertainment and sold copies. In July, Céu performed the Tom Jobim s classic song Wave in the opening ceremony of the Pan-American Games Rio 2007 in the Maracanã Stadium watched by more than 1 billion viewers around the world. The same year, the CD CéU has reached new territories, such as the United Kingdom. Released in May in Germany on Urban Jungle Records and Six Degrees Records, the album has received a warm welcome from the local press and sold copies in a few months. The CD CéU was nominated for a Grammy Award as Best Contemporary World Album in Then, Céu continued to perform concerts throughout the country at the same time that she teamed up again with producer Beto Villares for the production of her second album. In the process, they also involved producer and engineer Gustavo Lenza (Céu s touring engineer for the past 4 years, who recently produced Curumin s last two records) and soundtrack producer Gui Amabis, who has collaborated with Céu on the Sonantes project. Throughout the album Céu enjoyed the assistance of many top-notch musician friends: members of Los Sebozos Postizos make an appearance on Rosa Menina Rosa ; Curumin plays drums on Cordão da Insônia ; Luiz Melodia provides exquisite guest vocals on Vira Lata. Pupillo and Dengue from Nação Zumbi contribute drums and bass on Ponteiro, and Siba (a founder of the regionally famous Pernambucan band Mestre Ambrósio) co-wrote Nascente with her. The ever-proliferating crowd of Brazilian musicians lining up to record with Céu, combined with her deepening penetration of the world s music markets, is more than enough to bear out the optimistic predictions of the music media. But really, all the proof of her unique talent is right here: in the beautifully simple melodies, the sophisticated complexity of the arrangements, the wide-ranging musical references, and the general warmth and attractiveness of her songwriting

3 The new album named Vagarosa will be release in he US on July 7 th 2009 in partnership with Six Degrees Records, followed by a mini-tour: - July 14 th - Triple Door - Seattle - July 15 th - Triple Door - Seattle - July 17 th - Roxy - LA - July 18 th - Herbst Theater San Francisco - July 21 st - Highline Ballroom NYC - In Brazil, the album will be release with Universal Music on August 1 st 2009 followed by 15 shows in the most important cities before the end of the year.

4 Brazilian Press CéU expands the new and modern Brazilian Popular Music horizon. Folha de São Paulo November 17th 2005 CéU is the revelation of Brazilian Music in Jornal do Brasil January 10th 2006 CéU was one of the prominence artists of Her debut album eclecticism, that goes through samba, jazz and international pop music, got the specialized critic hooked. Revista Bravo! January 2006 CéU confirms herself as a revelation bringing originality to the crowded terrain of young Brazilian singers. O Globo January 9th 2006 CéU, singer from São Paulo, pointed out as Brazilian promise in France, releases her debut CD, full of swing and elegance. O Estado de São Paulo November 17th 2005 CéU, a new star in the sky. O Estado de São Paulo July 11th 2005 Singer CéU, promise of revelation in Brazilian Pop Music. Folha de São Paulo February 2nd 2006 Considered the princess of Brazilian Music, CéU has sold over copies since April and leads the World Music Billboard chart. Folha de São Paulo July 2nd 2007 French Press CéU composes delicate songs influenced by the samba from her country, but also by the jazz and electronic sounds. Besides, her voice is magnificent. Le Monde France - August 2005 CéU, the new voice of Brazil. Liberation Aug 16th 2005 Light as a flower, the beautiful Brazilian CéU traces with her first CD an impressive sonic route between São Paulo, New York and Paris. Le Monde de la Musique November 2005 CéU swings calmly with the necessary romantics and poetry. CéU is a future star. Figaroscope Sept 9th 2005 With only 24 years of age, CéU makes a wonderful entry in the musical world. With her first album she puts herself in the path of glory. The future of the South-American music is assured. Pariscope Oct 12th 2005

5 CéU is one of the best promises coming from Brazil. She successfully manages to mix classic Bossa Nova with the new Hip-Hop sound. Unmissable! Le Point Oct 13th 2005 New music revelation and one of Summer best-sellers, the name CéU diffuses like the wind all over France. France Soir Aug 27th 2005 CéU, a new enchanting voice mixing samba, soul and electronic. Telerama Aug 10th 2005 Canadian Press CéU, in her 24 years of age, surpasses all the Bebel Gilbertos of Brazil. La Presse - Feb 18th 2006 The city of Montreal fell in love for a new singer named CéU. Her first album is an enchanting and miraculous success. L Actualité March 24th 2006 CéU proposes a hybrid electro-jazz incorporating elements from the soul, afrobeat and samba. An excellent new artist to rise rapidly. Journal de Montreal March 2006 CéU, Blessed by the Gods. A debut album announcing the beginning of a brillant career La Presse - July 1st 2006 US Press CéU s vocal approach echoes the purity of classic Brazilian singers like Elis Regina. This Debut album makes a conscious decision to favor soulful over hip. New York Post Aug 9th 2006 The 26-year-old São Paulo singer and composer CéU segues easily on her eponymous debut CD from pop to reggae to dub in velvet, jazz-accented vocals. But Brazilian rhythms are still the foundation, especially on soulful cuts like "Samba na Sola" and the stirring "Ave Cruz. Newsweek - November 23rd 2006 CéU s debut is an auspicious one. Billboard Magazine October 2006 Brazilian singer and composer CéU combines modern rhythms with traditional Sambas to create a fresh, sexy sound that propelled her to the top of Billboard's world chart. Reuters April 4th 2007 Brazilian singer/songwriter CéU s self-titled album vaults up the Billboard 200, moving from the 146th position to the 57th with a 50% increase. The set becomes the first non-celtic Woman title to be nº 1 on Top World Albums since Aug. 6, Billboard Magazine April 2007 CéU is an immensely appealing young singer from Brazil. While rooted in samba and bossa nova, her music also reflects the singer s interests in reggae, electronica, vintage jazz and soul. Time Out Magazine New York - October 2007

6 Passionate Brazilian singer's debut album, on a San Francisco label, is climbing international charts as she returns to the city to play the Fillmore San Francisco Chronicle - June 26th 2007 With an easy, dragging beat, bossa nova becomes something like light dub in the lithe and playful songs of Céu. The New York Times - June 29th 2007 UK Press CéU has the seductive, sun kissed croon of a latterday Astrud Gilberto, but couched in a musical esperanto that draws on dub reggae, samba, scratching hip-hop, jazz piano and various native Brazilian guitar modes. The Independent - June 6th 2008 If she's this good live she deserves to become Brazil's next internationally acclaimed celebrity. The Guardian May 30th 2008 Brazilian music has a new ambassador. The Guardian - May 4th 2008 The eccentrically named Céu possesses a strikingly pure voice, and her tastes are unfailingly eclectic. ( ) Classy, very classy. The Sunday Times - May 11th 2008 Pleasant, charming and astonishingly beauty, CéU has become a new MPB Muse. Jungle Drums Magazine - June 2008