We recently had the delight of featuring a talented London-based singer-songwriter on our blog. With immense gratitude, we extend our thanks to our friends at Sad Club Records for releasing her latest EP, titled Is It Really Goodnight? The press release provided to us highlights that this EP is a deeply personal compilation of songs that encapsulates the quiet devastation of loss, the journey of self-reflection, and the transformative power of healing. Celeste’s intimate storytelling, coupled with her ethereal and melancholic sound, takes listeners on a poignant voyage.
The EP opens with gentle, folky acoustic melodies, creating an atmosphere of intimacy that sets the tone for the entire project. It offers a meditative exploration of finding solace in small rituals during trying times. The press release also delves into the background of the songs, featuring insightful quotes from Celeste herself. The first, standout track was written during the lockdown, serving as a bittersweet reflection on self-preservation, the flicker of hope, and the harsh reality that one cannot emerge unscathed from periods of hardship. This song captures the essence of Is It Really Goodnight?—a body of work birthed from emotional turmoil, crafted in real-time as Celeste navigated her own experiences of grief and change.
“‘Nightly Routine’ is a song I wrote when I was going through a really dark time in my life and needed to create my own comfort over lockdown,” Celeste explains. “It’s quite a sweet song, but it’s really about wanting to not make mistakes and to come out of depression completely unscathed—while knowing it might not happen.”
“I felt like I couldn’t get through one thing without the next issue arriving, so I wrote songs as I worked through it,” she shares. “The EP’s title came from one of those nights where I was lying awake, asking myself: is this really the end? Even when we say goodbye, there’s always a hope for something new.”
“Is It Really Goodnight?” is a captivating and emotionally resonant EP that blends the soothing elements of gentle folk and indie pop. This album invites listeners into a deeply personal narrative, allowing them to connect with Celeste as she shares her introspective journey through a landscape of familiar emotions.
As I’ve spent time reflecting on the hardships I’ve faced, along with those of others, I found solace in the music—creating a comforting escape from the relentless grip of my own thoughts. Celeste’s heartfelt lyrics, paired with her tender, emotive vocals, transform this EP into a beautifully crafted masterpiece that resonates on multiple levels.
With each song, the listener is gently beckoned to join Celeste on her voyage of processing the myriad experiences that accompany living in this chaotic world. Whether you are navigating your own challenges, supporting someone in need, or simply seeking an exquisite soundtrack to soothe your spirit, Celeste has created something that speaks to us all.
We’ve all encountered difficult times in our lives, and undoubtedly, we will face them again. Yet, through this music, there is an underlying message of resilience: life, with all its pain and challenges, is always worth living, and the fight for joy is worth pursuing—now and into the future.
Written by Filip Zemcik
