Celeste

Celeste Epiphany Waite, known professionally as Celeste, is a British-American singer-songwriter celebrated for her soulful voice and emotive songwriting. Born on May 5, 1994, in Los Angeles, California, she moved to the UK at the age of three and was raised in Saltdean, near Brighton. Celeste's early exposure to music, particularly the jazz and soul genres, significantly shaped her musical style. Her career began to gain momentum in 2014 with the release of her debut single, "Daydreaming." However, it was her 2019 breakout hit "Strange" that catapulted her into the spotlight, earning critical acclaim and showcasing her ability to convey deep emotion through music. Known for her distinctive, velvety voice reminiscent of iconic artists such as Amy Winehouse and Billie Holiday, Celeste has quickly established herself as a formidable presence in contemporary music. In 2020, she won the prestigious BBC Music's Sound of 2020 and the Brit Award for Rising Star. Her debut studio album, "Not Your Muse," released in January 2021, debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, solidifying her status as an influential new artist with a promising future.