Celeste Reflects on Music, Identity, and Creative Evolution in a New Episode of Routes
13/03/2025
In the latest episode of Routes, award-winning singer-songwriter Celeste joins Clara Amfo for an intimate discussion about her artistic journey, personal growth, and the experiences that have shaped her music.
Celeste opens up about the influences of her childhood, from growing up between Los Angeles, Essex, and Brighton to navigating the early days of her career. She reflects on how these places—and the people she’s met along the way—have shaped her unique perspective, inspiring both her storytelling and sound.
In a year of self-discovery and creative assertion, Celeste shares how she’s learning to protect her energy, trust her instincts, and refine her artistic vision. As she prepares to release her most personal album yet, she explains why she’s choosing to debut new songs through intimate piano performances before unveiling them in full production.
Clara and Celeste also talk about her experiences in film and television, from contributing to the soundtrack of Disney Pixar’s Soul to collaborating with Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross. She reflects on working alongside John Batiste and how his grace and resilience left a lasting impact.
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