Celeste

Hailing from Lyon, France, Celeste has forged a unique and formidable identity in heavy music since 2005. The band is renowned for blending the crushing weight of sludge and black metal with the raw emotion of post-hardcore, creating a sound that is both oppressive and cathartic. Their live performances are a key part of their aesthetic, famously played in complete darkness with the only light coming from the members' red headlamps. Initially known for a relentlessly brutal sound, the band began incorporating more melodic, atmospheric elements on later albums such as 'Infidèle(s)' and 'Assassine(s)', their debut for the #Nuclear Blast# label, expanding their appeal without sacrificing their signature intensity.